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LJA Group LLC

Apparel Product Development

Wallace, NC · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Competitive salary ABOUT THE JOB The Apparel Product Development position will be responsible for coordinating the various stages involved in the development of samples and the launch of new and/or ...

LJA Group LLC

Apparel Product Development

Wallace, NC

$65K - $75K/yr

ABOUT THE JOB The Apparel Product Development position will be responsible for coordinating the various stages involved in the development of samples and the launch of new and/or rebranded products ...

LJA Group LLC

Apparel Product Development

Wallace, NC · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

ABOUT THE JOB The Apparel Product Development position will be responsible for coordinating the various stages involved in the development of samples and the launch of new and/or rebranded products ...

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As of Jun 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for apparel product development in the United States is $24.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $26.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Apparel Product Development job involves overseeing the creation of clothing and accessories from concept to production. Professionals in this role work closely with designers, manufacturers, and merchandisers to ensure that products meet quality, cost, and market requirements. Responsibilities include fabric selection, prototype development, fit testing, and production coordination. Strong knowledge of fashion trends, technical design, and supply chain processes is essential for success in this field.

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To thrive in Apparel Product Development, you need a strong background in textiles, garment construction, trend analysis, and project management, often supported by a degree in fashion design or a related field. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Illustrator, PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems, and technical specification sheets is typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across design, sourcing, and production teams are standout soft skills. These capabilities are crucial for successfully bringing innovative, high-quality apparel products from concept to market in a competitive industry.

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In an Apparel Product Development role, your day often includes collaborating with designers to interpret concepts, working with technical teams to refine garment specifications, and coordinating with sourcing and production teams to ensure timelines are met. You may be responsible for creating and managing tech packs, approving fabric and trim selections, and overseeing sample development. This position requires frequent communication with vendors, tracking multiple projects at various stages, and troubleshooting any issues that arise during the development process. The role is highly collaborative and fast-paced, offering valuable experience in managing both creative and technical aspects of product creation.

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Apparel Product Development

LJA Group LLC

Wallace, NC • On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

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Job description

Benefits:
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary

ABOUT THE JOB

The Apparel Product Development position will be responsible for coordinating the various stages involved in the development of samples and the launch of new and/or rebranded products to grow product lines.
This position is reported directly to the Director, Product Development Team
Location Details

The position is based at our Wallace North Carolina location.
Responsibilities

  • Own product lifecycle, from inception, sampling process into production, as well as any post launch issue resolution, with the ability to manage across multiple seasons & collections
  • Work with designers to ensure overall design objectives are met from a designers perspective and commercialization perspective
  • Create and maintain tracking system that allows cross-functional teams to easily access PD materials and information
  • Exhibit and execute strong knowledge of product construction. Knowledge of dance costumes and dance wear is not mandatory.
  • Ability to communicate with overseas vendors and develop resources to maintain daily, weekly and monthly schedules.
  • Review and analyze techpack to ensure production feasibility
  • Ability to check sample to techpack to ensure proper execution
  • Ensure all products and samples have achieved the construction, color and brand standards set forth by the design
  • Manage any updates through the development process with the factories and internal team
  • Own and maintain product development timelines and work directly with suppliers on tracking project progress ensuring team's adherence to deliverables at every stage in the process. (e.g. concepting phase, initial construction samples completed, component part and material sourcing, samples received, etc.)
  • Coordinate with all manufacturers, suppliers and factories on any manufacturing issues or delays and work internally and externally to find solutions and/or alternatives
  • Show creativity and resourcefulness to come up with solutions to issues which may arise during the development process and/or in anticipation to issues which may come up in sampling process and manufacturing
  • Communicate development challenges to management on a timely basis, while offering alternative solutions
  • Understand and manage QA/QC process, testing protocols, and regulations as they apply to product
  • Organize project details meticulously to ensure specs are precise, timelines tracked, and deadlines met
Other related duties as required.
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

  • 5+ years of Product development experience within the knit apparel industry
  • Spec and tech editing experience
  • Extensive experience and knowledge of structural construction within the category
  • Color approval experience
  • Timeline and project management expertise
  • Cost of goods and margin management experience
  • Very strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross functionally and globally
  • Strong Process and project management skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite

About Us
Laylas Dance is a family owned and operated Costume Company in the Dance Industry. Our product range from costumes, dancewear, accessoreis and shoes.