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Merchandise Product Development Jobs in California

ALO

Product Development Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

... Design, Planning and Merchandising teams to create beautiful and innovative product ... Manage multi-season development calendars and the execution for all tasks related to the Product ...

REVOLVE

Product Development Assistant

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Leveraging the power of REVOLVE's data driven merchandising, combined with raw creative talent ... The Product Development Assistant contributes to the development and production process by ...

Visa

Manager; Product Development

Foster City, CA

$146K/yr

... merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and ... Manage product development using Agile Scrum methodology. * Create comprehensive use cases ...

Boot Barn

Associate Product Development Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

$122K - $152K/yr

ASSOCIATE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER REPORTS TO: PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER STATUS: EXEMPT ... Operating as a key liaison between internal teams-including Design, Merchandising, Sourcing ...

The People Brand

Product Development Analyst

Irvine, CA · Hybrid

$80K - $110K/yr

Collaborate with Design, Merchandising, and factory partners to execute product briefs. * Manage ... Track development progress, costs, and changes throughout the lifecycle. * Assist in resolving ...

Visa

Manager; Product Development

Foster City, CA · On-site

$146K/yr

... merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and ... Manage product development using Agile Scrum methodology. * Create comprehensive use cases ...

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How much do merchandise product development jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for merchandise product development in California is $27.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.79 and $26.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a merchandise product development?

A Merchandise Product Development job involves creating, designing, and managing products from concept to production for retail or wholesale markets. Professionals in this role work closely with designers, merchandising teams, suppliers, and manufacturers to ensure products meet quality, cost, and brand standards. They analyze trends, source materials, oversee prototypes, and collaborate on production timelines. This role requires a blend of creativity, business acumen, and technical knowledge to bring successful products to market.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in merchandise product development, and why are they important?

To excel in Merchandise Product Development, a strong background in product design, trend analysis, and supply chain management—often supported by a degree in fashion, merchandising, or business—is essential. Familiarity with tools like Adobe Creative Suite, PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software, and Excel is highly advantageous. Strong project management, communication, and creative problem-solving skills help professionals stand out. These competencies are crucial for successfully developing, launching, and managing merchandise that aligns with brand goals and market demands.

What is a typical day like for someone working in merchandise product development?

A typical day in Merchandise Product Development often involves collaborating with cross-functional teams such as design, production, marketing, and sales to oversee the creation and launch of new products. You might spend time researching market trends, reviewing prototypes or samples, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring product specifications meet quality and cost requirements. Strong project management is key, as you will likely juggle multiple projects at various stages. The work is fast-paced and dynamic, offering a blend of creative and analytical tasks and frequent opportunities for professional growth.

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Infographic showing various Merchandise Product Development job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,947 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Product Development Manager

ALO

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

WHY JOIN ALO?
Mindful movement. It's at the core of why we do what we do at ALO-it's our calling. Because mindful movement in the studio leads to better living. It changes who yogis are off the mat, making their lives and their communities better. That's the real meaning of studio-to-street: taking the consciousness from practice on the mat and putting it into practice in life.
OVERVIEW
We are looking for a creative and inspired leader to join the Alo family as a Product Development Manager. The candidate's responsibility will be to work with a cross functional team of talented individuals and ensure the product is built with integrity, intention and aligned with our brand vision and values.
The ideal candidate will have a proven product development track record in the apparel industry across different product categories. As a member of the Product Development team, you will participate in developing and executing product to align with Design's vision and the overarching business strategy of our rapidly-growing brand.
The ideal candidate will work closely and collaboratively with Design, Raw Material, Technical Design, Planning and Merchandising teams to create beautiful and innovative product.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Manage the product creation process from design hand off to production approval
  • Establish and execute the brand strategy to achieve financial, quality and product goals.
  • Negotiate cost
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams from Design, Technical Design, Raw Material R+D and Sourcing to ensure on time delivery per set calendar dates each season.
  • Manage multi-season development calendars and the execution for all tasks related to the Product Development cycle
  • Responsible for Key Performance indicators that include but not limited to Cost management and IMU targets, vendor scorecard, fit approval and salesman sample execution
  • Work with team to allocate bulk orders to appropriate suppliers through consideration of available capacity, capability, workmanship and costing.
  • Lead processes and IT improvements/solutions to enable seasonal execution

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • Must have 5+ years of experience in the apparel industry, ideally managing multiple product categories including sweaters
  • Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects on an ongoing basis
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills with appropriate sense of urgency
  • Commitment and superior attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a team environment, build trust and relationships with vendors & cross functional partners
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Ability to cost negotiate and understanding of cost drivers, margin and landing factors
  • Thorough understanding of testing protocol, product integrity requirements, product cycle timeline, costing & price negotiation and garment construction
  • Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work environment
  • Strong interpersonal and listening skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, & Outlook
  • Proficiency with PLM and Adobe Suite- Illustrator and Photoshop a plus

The base salary range for this position is $110,000-$130,000 per year which represents the current range for the base salary for this exempt position. Please note that actual salaries will vary based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. As such, on occasion and when applicable, there is the possibility that the final, agreed-upon base salary may be outside of the upper end of the range. Please also note the range listed is just one component of the company's total rewards package for exempt employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, long term incentives, a PTO policy, and many other progressive benefits.
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