Product Development Manager in Apparel Industry

At Miller International we are the creative force behind Cinch and Cruel brands that embody the essence of Western culture and fashion. We are currently seeking an inspiring and detailoriented Product Development Manager with exceptional leadership skills to join our team. As the Product Development Manager you will report directly to the Director of Production playing a pivotal role in overseeing the entire product development process at Miller International.

At Miller International our employees enjoy a fun casual laidback atmosphere. At the same time we possess an innate sense of pride in the company take our jobs seriously and will do whatever it takes to make sure Miller remains successful. If you have product development management experience knowledge of the Western Lifestyle/Industry and a passion for representing our brands this is your opportunity to be a part of something great!

This position is inoffice only.

Salary Range: $80000 $100000 Annually

As a Product Development Manager you would be responsible for:

• Develop and execute product development strategies that align with company objectives and reflect the essence of Western wear.
• Lead and mentor a team of Technical Designers Product Coordinators and other professionals.
• Maintain development calendar track progress of line development and ensure the team is meeting deadlines.
• Collaborate with Designers Brand Management and manufacturers to develop products that meet our quality cost and delivery standards.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers and vendors negotiate terms and ensure timely delivery of materials samples and production.
• Monitor product development costs budgets and margins to ensure profitability.
• Oversee new development costing and inventory requirements of raw materials with nominated suppliers.
• Conduct indepth market research to identify customer preferences and competitive products in the Western wear industry.
• Oversee product testing and quality control to guarantee the durability and authenticity of our Western wear products.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge skill and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelors degree in an apparelrelated program with a concentration in Product Development.

57 years of experience as a Product Development Manager within the fashion industry.

Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Indepth knowledge of Western wear lifestyle designs and trends.

Outstanding project management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with crossfunctional teams.

Creative approach to problem solving.

Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as policy and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Other Qualifications

Expert knowledge of fabrics trims and finishing processes.

Expert knowledge in patternmaking grading construction and fit.

Ability to make independent decisions based on a higher level of knowledge and expertise.

Ability to mentor less tenured teammates and share knowledge and expertise with others.

Ability to think big picture; thorough understanding of how Product Development decisions and processes impact other areas of the Company.

Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Interested yet

Our success lies in the hands of our dedicated and loyal staff and we only employ the best! We pride ourselves on a rich history of over 100 years in the making that embraces the tradition of hard work distinction and providing unsurpassed quality products to our customers. Since 1918 Miller International has matured and consistently evolved to become what it is today: One of the most successful privately owned Companies in the Western Industry whose brands continue to gain impressive popularity and growth. We do it by treating each other with respect and we do it all as a team that feels more like a family. We at Miller are guided by our Core Values and use them to measure the appropriateness of decisions whether it be with vendors customers or employees. The Core Values were created and approved by our employees as an affirmation that they are willing to be part of a Company that is guided by these principles.

Miller International offers spectacular benefits to ensure its employees are happy and healthy and the Company firmly believes in the importance of maintaining a proper worklife balance.
If you have a passion for product development a knack for Western fashion and the drive to represent our brands seize this opportunity to contribute to something exceptional at Miller International Inc. Apply now and be part of our journey toward continued success!

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Application deadline: 5/1/2025