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FAM Brands

Apparel Product Developer

Beverly Hills, CA

$80K - $90K/yr

... apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and ... Track development milestones and ensure adherence to seasonal calendars. * Partner with Product ...

Centric Brands

Manager, Product Development-UA

Manhattan, NY

$125K - $157K/yr

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS • Expert understanding of the apparel product development lifecycle ... seasonal milestones, and cross-functional development processes. • Advanced technical knowledge ...

Centric Brands

Manager, Product Development-UA

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125K - $157K/yr

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS • Expert understanding of the apparel product development lifecycle ... seasonal milestones, and cross-functional development processes. • Advanced technical knowledge ...

Mad Engine Global LLC

Product Developer

Burbank, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

The ideal candidate has strong apparel product development experience, understands garment construction and manufacturing, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where multiple product categories ...

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How much do apparel product development jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 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.

What is an apparel product development?

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.

What does an apparel product development do?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in apparel product development?

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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Apparel Product Developer

FAM Brands

Beverly Hills, CA

$80K - $90K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Founded in 2000, FAM Brands designs, manufactures, and sells men's and women's sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and throughout the world. Our portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika, Wildfox, Three Dots, and Balance Collection, while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis, Jessica Simpson, Eddie Bauer, and Woolrich.

With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year, our mission continues to be making top-quality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price.

That's the FAM Brands difference.

We're officially moving into our new HQ in Beverly Hills (August 2026)9242 Beverly Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Position Summary

The Product Developer plays a key role in bringing products from concept to production by partnering with Product Management, Design, Merchandising and global vendor teams. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple brands, development calendars and vendor relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day product development activities across multiple brands, seasons and vendor partners.
  • Track development milestones and ensure adherence to seasonal calendars.
  • Partner with Product Manager, Design and Merchandising teams throughout the development process.
  • Review lab dips (L/D), strike-offs (S/O), trims, and development submissions; communicate comments and approvals to vendors.
  • Evaluate color submissions and ensure alignment with brand standards.
  • Support development of prints, graphics, embellishments, washes and specialty treatments.
  • Identify and resolve development, construction and quality issues.

Materials, Costing & Vendor Management

  • Lead or support fabric and trim sourcing initiatives aligned with brand identity and target costs.
  • Partner with Product Manager and Design/Merch teams to support costing goals.
  • Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to balance quality, design intent and cost requirements.
  • Manage vendor communications, development timelines, approvals and issue resolution.

PLM, Samples & Data Management

  • Maintain accurate product information, BOMs, approvals and development records within Centric PLM.
  • Ensure seasonal data, sample tracking, and documentation are organized and up to date.
  • Track inbound and outbound development packages and samples, including receipt, distribution and follow-up.
  • Maintain organized seasonal sample archives and material libraries.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Process Improvement

  • Partner with Design, Merchandising, Sales, and Technical Design teams to support product execution.
  • Participate in SMS reviews, milestone meetings and seasonal development meetings.
  • Identify opportunities to improve workflows, SOPs and team efficiency.
  • Contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of apparel Product Development or Production experience in apparel wholesale, retail or related industries.
  • Strong understanding of the product development process from concept through production.
  • Experience with Centric PLM, BOM management and product data maintenance.

COMPENSATION

At FAM Brands, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation. Salary ranges for positions are based on job level, location, and market data. We offer competitive benefits and are dedicated to equal pay for equal work. Specific salary offers depend on each candidate's qualifications and experience. FAM Brands also offers all employees participation in our annual bonus program (Non-Sales) or commission program (Sales).

Compensation Range
$80,000—$90,000 USD
Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunities & Diversity
FAM Brands is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. FAM Brands makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice for Job Applicants

FAM LLC values your privacy. This notice outlines our practices regarding the personal information of job applicants in compliance with the CCPA.

What We Collect: We collect information you provide in your job application, including contact details, educational and employment history.

Purpose: We use this information to evaluate your application and manage the hiring process.

Disclosure: Your personal information may be shared with service providers assisting with recruitment and as required by law.

Your Rights: Under the CCPA, you have the right to access and request deletion of your personal information and to not face discrimination for exercising these rights.

For questions or to exercise your rights, contact recruiting@fambrands.com.

By applying, you acknowledge you understand our privacy practices.