BELLA+CANVAS is looking to develop luxurious yet effortless wardrobe staples with superior fit, feel, and finish.
Requirements
- Deep expertise in garment dye techniques, enzyme washes, pigment dyes, vintage treatments, and specialty finishes.
- A strong understanding of premium fabrications, including natural fibers, sustainable blends, and performance-enhanced textiles.
- Proficiency in PLM and Excel
- Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator is a plus.
- Extensive vendor network (domestic & global) with proven success in building and maintaining high-quality supply chain partnerships.
Responsibilities
- Lead the product development process from concept to production, ensuring garments meet the highest standards of quality, fit, and construction.
- Oversee garment dye and wash development, working closely with mills and laundries to achieve rich color depths, soft hand feels, and unique finishes.
- Source and develop premium materials, trims, and sustainable fabric innovations, maintaining the brand’s elevated aesthetic and performance standards.
- Collaborate with design, technical, and production teams to maintain the integrity of each piece from prototype to final product.
- Manage vendor relationships, negotiating costs, MOQs, and timelines while maintaining strong communication for seamless development.
- Stay ahead of industry trends, integrating innovative dyeing, washing, and finishing techniques into development strategies.
- Maintain design development library samples of fabrics, trims, and colors
Other
- 7+ years of experience in apparel product development, with a focus on elevated essentials, garment dye processes, and premium washes.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple developments and timelines simultaneously.
- Exceptionally organized with strong project management skills, able to juggle multiple deadlines and workflows efficiently
- Bachelor’s degree or higher (not explicitly mentioned but implied)
- Travel requirements not mentioned
