What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Development Coordinator position at Mary Square, LLC?
The Product Development Coordinator supports the Product Development team in executing the seasonal product development process for Apparel and Gift. This role assists with sample development, factory communication related to sampling, development documentation, and product approvals to ensure each collection moves smoothly from concept to production-ready product.
The Product Development Coordinator works closely with Design, Planning, and Production teams to ensure development timelines are met and product specifications are accurate prior to production.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Development Execution
- Support the Product Development Manager in executing seasonal development based on target SKU counts provided by Planning.
- Assist with sending specs and tech packs to factories for quoting and sampling.
- Coordinate sample development and track sampling progress with factories.
- Execute against established product development timelines, ensuring all assigned tasks and milestones are completed on time.
Factory Communication & Sample Management
- Communicate with factories regarding sample requests, development timelines, and sample revisions.
- Track sample status and follow up with factories to ensure timely progress.
- Coordinate development feedback and revisions with the Product Development Manager and Design team.
- Support sample review and approval processes.
Development Documentation & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Create and maintain Development WIP documents for Apparel and Gift categories.
- Ensure development stages and updates are documented and communicated internally.
- Proof product documentation including specs, catalogs, and line sheets for accuracy.
- Ensure product details align with approved development specifications.
- Partner with Design, Planning, and Production teams to ensure smooth transition from development to production.
Success in This Role:
- Accurate and organized development documentation
- On-time sample coordination and approvals
- Strong communication with factories and internal teams
- Clean and efficient handoff from development to production