Overview:
The Line Development Manager (LDM) is responsible for managing the product development process for their product line from the initial outline of product concepts through the actual receipt of finished garments. The development process involves in-person collaboration beginning with the concept stage where the LDM provides information to the brand and design teams on the feasibility of product construction and cost goals along with communicating the ability of our vendor resources. This process includes managing costing and proto samples, while executing the entire sample process to ensure adherence to the Time & Action Calendar. After samples are reviewed and adopted into the line, the LDM is accountable for the processes and steps needed to deliver correct and accurate sales samples, and to drive the products in the line to the production approval stage.
Throughevery stage ofthe process,the LDM leads the development process through strong partnerships that include working and communicating with teams involved in the development process including design, brand, QA, international offices and vendors, as well as senior management. A successful development process insures delivery ofa final product linethat is designed, sourced and built to maximize quality and value for our company and our customers.
The LDM is also responsible for validating the performance of manufacturing resources to insure the continuance of a "best value" status for each product in their line. The LDM supports product inventory management to managing vendor compliance, product quality standards, production service levels and on time performance.
This position works a hybrid schedule in Lenexa, KS location.
Responsibilities:
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