Product Developer

Product Developer / Associate Product Developer (Apparel)$40/hour | 6-Month Contract | Hybrid (San Francisco, CA)Potential for extension based on business needs.About The OpportunityJoin a globally recognized apparel brand and play a key role in bringing innovative products from concept to market. As a Product Developer / Associate Product Developer, you'll partner closely with Design, Sourcing, Production, and Pre-Production teams to support the development of products from initial concept through production readiness.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in product development, merchandising, sourcing, or apparel production who enjoys working cross-functionally, managing multiple priorities, and collaborating with vendors to deliver high-quality products on schedule.Why You'll Love This OpportunityWork with a leading global apparel retailer and gain exposure to large-scale product development operations.Partner directly with Design, Production, Sourcing, and Product Development teams.Develop expertise across the full product lifecycle, from concept through production.Gain hands-on experience with costing, sample management, vendor communication, and production readiness.Join a collaborative and fast-paced environment where your contributions directly impact product launches.Hybrid work arrangement based in San Francisco.What You'll DoSupport end-to-end product development activities across multiple product categories and seasonal calendars.Partner closely with Design teams to execute product development initiatives from concept through production.Enter, compile, and analyze product costing information, identifying discrepancies and helping maintain cost accuracy.Coordinate sample and prototype development, tracking progress and ensuring timely delivery from vendors and mills.Create and maintain Time & Action (T&A) calendars, monitoring key milestones and helping keep projects on track.Communicate regularly with vendors, suppliers, mills, and