Product Development Assistant

GoldBug

Product Development Assistant supporting the Product Development team in managing designs from concept to production. Collaborating with Design, Merchandising, and Sales for children's apparel.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $60,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product development processes, including managing timelines and documentation using PLM systems. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for collaborating with cross-functional teams and maintaining accurate records.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Product Development ManagementCentric PLM SystemOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsApparel Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Product DocumentationSample TrackingMeasurement and FittingFabric and Trim RequestsData Entry in PLM Systems

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationProactive AttitudeAdaptabilityRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SuitePLM Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion DesignBachelor’s Degree in Merchandising

Industry Keywords

Apparel IndustrySock ConstructionProduct LifecycleDevelopment CalendarsCross-Functional Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Product Development team and help bring designs to life by managing product from initial concept through final production
Create product documentation using Centric PLM system and other tools to communicate product expectations to manufacturing partners
Continue to manage product development process via PLM throughout the product lifecycle
Support Product Development, Design, and Merchandising teams to help maintain development calendars across multiple overlapping seasons
Assist with fabric and trim requests and help track sample timelines and approvals
Enter and update sample requests, comments, and data in PLM systems
Communicate with factories regarding lab dips, strike-offs, fabrics, and sample status updates
Organize and track incoming and outgoing samples
Maintain accurate records, spreadsheets, and development documents
Help prepare materials for meetings and presentations as needed
Assist with measurement and fitting all product samples utilizing construction specs and size charts provided
Provide additional administrative and project support leadership and the broader team.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Merchandising or related field
Minimum of 1 year of relevant corporate experience and/or strong internships within the apparel industry
Understanding of sock construction or product development in accessories is a plus
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Comfortable building relationships with cross-functional teams, vendors, and mills
Proficient in Microsoft Suite and willingness to learn PLM system, prior Centric experience a plus
Ability to work quickly and efficiently
Motivated, proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn
Strong verbal and written communication skills with excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k) with match, paid vacation, and paid sick/personal leave
Hybrid work environment