Product Developer - Womens Knits
Seattle, WA

Job Description

Job Description

A day in the life…

* Develop products that are engineered to cost standards. Review prototypes for quality, brand aesthetic, and design intent that meets minimum order quantities and follows line plan
* Meet product development milestones and calendar due dates with pre-production tracking and reporting (prototype, color, sample yardage, testing, etc.)
* Negotiate with vendors through product lifecycle i.e. costing, time and action, minimums, etc
* Create, revise and manage tech packs and prototypes through accurate and timely PLM system updates
* Place developed and adopted styles in accordance with the Sourcing Strategy and provide ongoing recommendations to support evolution
* Review and reconcile failed garment and fabric test reports

You own this if you have…

* Minimum 3 years' experience in product development, design or production in garment manufacturing. Bachelor's Degree preferred
* Knowledge of raw materials and garment construction
* Experience working with domestic and international manufacturers. Strong problem solving and negotiating skills
* Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal, multi-task and prioritization skills
* Ability to demonstrate capabilities through a costing exercise
* Proficiency in Excel and Outlook. Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Product Lifecycle Management preferred

We've got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

* Health
* Retirement
* Time Off
* Merchandise Discount
* Lifework / EAP resources

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