Company Overview
Bioworld Merchandising is a leading design and distribution company of licensed and private label apparel, headwear & accessories to all retails channels. We collaborate with some of the most widely recognized brand and retail partners in the world. Employees of Bioworld consider it to be an honor and a privilege to be part of the hottest, most creative, dynamic company in the industry! We are seeking skilled candidates who are excited to join this amazing team!
We Believe in Great Brands : Our goal is to translate the brand story into product that is as innovative and distinctive as the brand itself.
Creative Culture : Our multi-disciplinary team brings to our brand partners a unique mix of creative product design paired with merchandising expertise. We prize collaboration and believe innovation comes from a diversity of creative ideas.
We are the Market : Our team believes in full immersion to gain insight into retail markets, contemporary culture and consumer reaction.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Sr . Product Developer manages and tracks the development of apparel and print programs from concept through production handoff. This position includes equal parts data entry into our PLM system for the team and equal parts sample organization / sample maintenance. They play a central role in driving efficiency, maintaining data integrity, and ensuring high-quality execution of contract print projects. Individual must be flexible and work well in a high-paced, fast moving environment. Positive, motivated attitude is mandatory.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be EXTREMELY detail oriented, organized and efficient.
- Committed to meeting deadlines to ensure customers receive samples in a timely manner.
- Ability to problem solve, identify solutions, and recommend new processes.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and be a quick study.
- Knowledge of Microsoft word, Excel, power point and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator / Photo Shop / In Design).
- Ability to learn new computer systems quickly is a must
- Self-motivating personality.
- Strong sense of urgency is imperative.
- Must be able to create strong relationships with cross functional teams
- Knowledge of screen printing, trends and apparel production is a plus.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
Coordinate the full product development process for contract print apparel programs, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timeliness.Collaborate with sales teams to understand customer requirements, budgets, and timelines.Source and recommend appropriate blank garments, trims, and embellishment methods in partnership with the Blanks team.Manage sample requests, tracking, approvals, and communication with internal teams and vendors.Maintain and update product specifications, bills of materials, and artwork / print details, ensuring factories clearly understand all requirements.Demonstrate expertise in blank garment types and their reactions to washes.Track project timelines, identify potential risks or delays, and follow up with stakeholders to keep projects on schedule.Partner with Production to ensure on-time delivery of all orders.Maintain organized records of development projects, samples, and product libraries.Work with the SEPS team to establish project priorities.Step in as needed to support the Product Development Supervisor.Contract Print Development Team Support :
Maintain and organize the sample room, including reference sample management.Ensure all factory WIPs are updated and track progress.Upload images to Centric and provide to the licensing team as needed.Coordinate cross-functional approvals to keep production on schedule.Submit sample requests to factories promptly (within 48 hours).Monitor factory sample progress and resolve any issues proactively.Assist the team with projects as needed and communicate updates clearly across teams.Perform other duties as assigned.Key Competencies :
Product lifecycle management (concept → pre-production)Vendor and cross-functional coordinationKnowledge of print and embellishment techniquesStrong organizational skills and attention to detailProactive, collaborative problem-solvingEDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Associates degree in Fashion Merchandising or Fashion Design
5 years experience in Product Development