ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Temporary Product Development Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Marvin

Finance Manager, Product Development

Warroad, MN · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

... goods, temporary housing, and much more - in addition to a relocation counselor to assist you ... product development process. * Proactively engage with functional leaders and their teams to ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsTemporary Product Development Jobs

Temporary Product Development information

See salary details

$14

$24

$42

How much do temporary product development jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Temporary Product Development Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Product Development Specialist, you generally need a background in product design, market research, and project management, often supported by a relevant degree or industry experience. Familiarity with tools such as CAD software, project management systems, and prototyping platforms is typically required. Strong collaboration, adaptability, and creative problem-solving are crucial soft skills for excelling in this dynamic position. These abilities ensure that product concepts are efficiently developed, meet market needs, and are successfully brought to fruition within tight timelines.

What are temporary product development jobs?

Temporary product development jobs are short-term positions where professionals are hired to assist in the creation, improvement, or launch of new products. These roles may focus on market research, design, prototyping, testing, or project management, depending on the company's needs. Temporary product development employees typically work on specific projects for a set duration, providing specialized expertise or additional support during busy periods. These positions can offer valuable experience and networking opportunities within the product development field.

What is the difference between Temporary Product Development vs Product Development Specialist?

AspectTemporary Product DevelopmentProduct Development Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in engineering, design, or related field; certifications varySame as temporary; often holds degrees in relevant fields and certifications in product management or design
Work EnvironmentProject-based, short-term assignments, often in manufacturing or tech companiesFull-time or long-term roles within companies, involved in ongoing product lifecycle
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies seeking temporary expertise for specific projectsEmployed by organizations to develop and improve products continuously

Temporary Product Development roles focus on short-term, project-specific tasks, while Product Development Specialists are involved in ongoing, long-term product strategies. Both roles require similar skills and credentials but differ mainly in duration and scope of employment.

What are some typical projects or tasks a Temporary Product Development professional might handle, and how do they collaborate with permanent team members?

Temporary Product Development professionals often assist with specific phases of product launches, such as prototyping, market research, or product testing. They frequently work on short-term initiatives that require quick learning and adaptability. Collaboration with permanent team members is essential, as temporary staff typically support ongoing projects, provide fresh perspectives, and help meet tight deadlines. Effective communication and willingness to integrate with established workflows are key to success in this role.
More about Temporary Product Development jobs
What cities are hiring for Temporary Product Development jobs? Cities with the most Temporary Product Development job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Product Development jobs? The most popular types of Product Development jobs are:
What states have the most Temporary Product Development jobs? States with the most job openings for Temporary Product Development jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Temporary Product Development jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Temporary Product Development jobs are:
Temporary Product Development jobs near you
Infographic showing various Temporary Product Development job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 21% Full Time, 71% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,854 per year, or $24.9 per hour.

Knitwear Product Development Coordinator (Temporary) - Carolina Herrera (Fashion)

Puig

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Temporary

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

The Opportunity
The Temporary Knitwear Product Development Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the development and execution of seasonal knitwear collections. Working closely with Design, Merchandising, Production, and external partners, this position helps drive the product development process forward by managing timelines, coordinating samples and materials, and ensuring seamless communication across teams.
What you'll get to do
Seasonal prep
  • Send key dates per development calendar and blanket development PO to each factory prior to each seasonal launch
  • Distribute digital and physical color palette to yarn suppliers and factories
  • Coordinate reference sample loans including communication, shipments, payments, and budget

Swatches
  • Ensure knit-down swatches are launched in timely manner and track ETA for on-time receipt
  • Scan all knit-down swatches and upload to shares drive for record keeping

Yarn and Lab Dips
  • Place seasonal yarn POs to mills and ship swatch yarns to factories or dye houses.
  • Once swatches are approved and yarns confirmed by design, launch yarn orders and place POs for proto and SMS yarns
  • Launch lab dips with dye house for SMS if timing allows
  • Launch lab dips with yarn mills for production
  • Track lab dip submissions, revisions, and approvals. Check Production and SMS lab dips against approved fabric strike-offs if possible, as this will take precedence over Pantone references. Send approved fabric strike-off to yarn mills if needed

WIP Management, Invoicing, & Sketch Updates
  • Track seasonal development in WIP across styles, trims, and yarns. Ensure details are always up-to-date in the WIP with new sketches, revised launches, tracking details, etc.
  • Follow up with factories and update proto and SMS x-dates
  • Create style numbers and ensure updated sketches are saved in the shared drive
  • Track invoices to ensure the details remain updated across finished goods, yarns, raw materials, etc., and ensure adherence to seasonal budget.

Design Pass-Off and Tech Pack Launch Management
  • Ensure on-time design pass off to TD with design direction, sketches, and references, and on-time tech packs launch to factories; ship all necessary raw materials for each proto and SMS
  • Request target prices from merch immediately once seasonal styles are confirmed. Partner with design and production teams to calculate target prices per cost template; send targets to Italian factories along TP/BOM launch
  • Partner with wovens PD team to coordinate trim development. Ensure labels, hangtags, hanger loops, and related components are shipped to each factory for protos and SMS; create and upkeep accurate BOMs for each style.

Fittings
  • Flag weekly fit list of protos to wovens PD team to coordinate fittings and book model accordingly
  • Receive and formally check in protos or SMS, ensure TD measures samples before passing off to wovens PD for fitting or styling.
  • Take fit notes, then send to design and TD for validation
  • Take fit photos and upload to both the shared drive and WhatsApp group immediately after each fitting

Styling & Industrialization
  • Distribute alteration notes to design, merch, and production at the end of each styling day to ensure costing is accurately calculated prior to market
  • Oversee and manage SMS alterations in the atelier
  • Communicate any relevant revision notes to production team at industrialization meeting (formal handoff to production)

New Vendor Onboarding (All categories)
  • Manage onboarding process across all categories (RTW, knits, accessories, fabrics) and act as a liaison between vendor and HQ teams
  • Ensure onboarding is completed in a timely manner and vendor profile is added to the necessary systems

A reasonable estimate of the current hourly rate is $30/hour - $40/hour USD.
We'd love to meet you if you have
  • 2+ years of experience in Product Development, Production, Merchandising, or a related fashion/apparel role
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
  • Experience coordinating samples, materials, vendors, and cross-functional teams throughout the product development process
  • Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and product development tracking systems
  • Prior experience in luxury fashion and/or knitwear development preferred

A few things you'll love about us
  • An entrepreneurial, creative and welcoming work culture
  • A range of learning and development opportunities
  • An international company with plenty of opportunities to grow
  • A competitive compensation & benefits package

Puig is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
At Puig, we are continually looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences to join our team. We believe that creating an inclusive environment in which you feel welcomed, valued, engaged, and empowered strengthens our business and fosters a culture where we are inspired to work hard, challenge ourselves, and be innovative in our thinking. Additionally, we believe that the diversity of our employees makes us a stronger company and better able to serve our customers around the world.
Job Req ID: 31061
Puig 2024. This information is privileged, confidential and contains private information. Any reading, retention, distribution or copying of this communication by any person other than its intended recipient is prohibited.

Apply