Apparel Product Development and Design Coordinator

Apparel Product Development & Design Coordinator

Fort Worth, TX | Full-Time | In-Office

Compensation: $50,000–$60,000 annually, depending on experience

Benefits include: Paid Time Off and Company Holidays, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance

About Lila & Hayes

Founded in 2012, Lila & Hayes is a Fort Worth–based lifestyle apparel brand known for timeless design, exceptional quality, and thoughtfully crafted collections. The brand serves customers across direct-to-consumer and wholesale channels and continues to expand its national presence through a disciplined approach to product development, production, and long-term growth.

Our team is highly collaborative and hands-on, with leadership closely involved in the product process from concept through launch.

The Role

Lila & Hayes is seeking an Apparel Product Development & Design Coordinator to help drive the development and production of our collections from concept through launch.

This role works closely with company leadership to bring product concepts to life while managing development timelines, coordinating factory communication, and supporting the execution of production. The position requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring product is delivered on time and aligned with approved specifications.

The ideal candidate has a strong interest in product development and apparel design, enjoys working closely with product, and is eager to take ownership within a fast-moving and growing brand environment.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development

• Manage and track development timelines across multiple product initiatives
• Coordinate the sampling process from prototype through final approval
• Coordinate fit sessions, documenting revisions and communicating updates to factory partners
• Maintain accurate product documentation including specifications, development notes, and approvals
• Track costing updates and monitor margin considerations throughout development

Design Collaboration

• Work closely with leadership to help bring product concepts to life
• Contribute ideas around fabrics, trims, styling details, and product refinements
• Assist in reviewing samples and identifying opportunities to improve product quality, fit, and construction
• Support preparation for product reviews, sample organization, and development presentations

Production Management

• Support day-to-day factory communication and production coordination
• Monitor production timelines and proactively flag potential delays or issues
• Ensure bulk production aligns with approved samples and quality standards
• Coordinate shipment timing and production documentation as needed

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner with warehouse, marketing, and wholesale teams to support product launch readiness
• Provide clear product documentation and specifications prior to warehouse intake
• Communicate development updates and production timelines across internal teams

Operational Discipline

• Maintain organized and accessible development documentation and sample tracking
• Ensure product revisions and approvals are clearly documented
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and reduce production errors
• Review production documentation prior to payment approvals when applicable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Apparel Design, Apparel Production or a related field
• 2 Years experience in apparel product development, design support, or production coordination
• Familiarity with factory communication and development timelines
• Strong understanding of garment construction and apparel development processes
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter who can take initiative while collaborating closely with leadership

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever owned the full lifecycle of a product from development through production handoff? If so, please explain further.

• Does the listed salary of $50,000-$60,000 within your salary needs? If not, what is the range, you're looking for?
• Have you created or maintained spec sheets and technical documentation for apparel or consumer goods? If so, please explain further.
• This position contributes directly to the creative and development process for our print and product collections. Tell us about your experience collaborating on design, concept development, or product execution. What was your role, and what was the outcome?

• What sparked your interest to apply for this position at Lila and Hayes?
• How many product collections have you managed simultaneously at one time?

Have you communicated directly with overseas factories or agents on a daily basis?
Please explain further.

• Quality Control Ownership: Have you personally identified production defects and coordinated corrective action with factories? Please explain below.
• Does working in a fast based small business wearing multiple hats energize you?

• Do you live in the DFW area, can easily commute to this position, and start within the next 2-4 weeks?

In addition, this role requires full-time, in-office presence (M–F, 8–5). Are you able to commit to this schedule consistently? Please elaborate below.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000