What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Operations & Product Development Manager position at Oved Group?
Who We Are
o5 group is an industry leader in global fashion & apparel design with 40 years of success across wholesale, e-comm, and marketplace. We are privately held, headquartered in NYC with brand offices in CA — a dynamic portfolio of global brands committed to operational excellence in design, product development, production, sourcing, distribution, and logistics.
With category expertise across full-collection menswear, womenswear, childrenswear, and infant/toddler, we specialize in denim, outerwear, activewear, and loungewear/sleepwear, trusted by top retail partners.
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Product Developer to join our fast-paced NYC team. You’ll be the bridge between design, vendors, and production—keeping our product pipeline on track from concept through final hand-off. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on organization, cross-functional teamwork, vendor communication, and product lifecycle management, and who is looking to build a long-term career in apparel.
How You’ll Contribute
• Coordinate with Design and Production to manage comments and approvals from development through final production.
• Communicate daily with factories, vendors, and suppliers to track progress and resolve issues.
• Oversee sample tracking and submissions, including fabric and trim approvals, proto samples, salesman samples, PP samples, and TOP samples.
• Maintain detailed and organized records of approvals, comments, and status updates, both electronic and physical.
• Support revisions, adds, and drops to ensure timely execution and clean hand-offs to Production.
• Assist in maintaining PLM systems and Excel tracking reports.
What You Bring to the Team
• 3–5 years of experience in product development, apparel production, or licensed apparel business.
• Working knowledge of PLM systems and strong Excel skills. Illustrator skills a must
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a cross-functional environment.
Why Join o5 group
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) company-paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) company holidays
• Commuter benefits
• Hybrid / flexible work schedule
• Family-oriented culture
• Responsibility & Sustainability — spanning economic, social, and environmental impact
Salary : $90,000 - $95,000