Areas of Accountability

• Product Creation & Technical Leadership
• Translate design concepts into executable product by defining construction, materials, trims, and finishing details with precision; partner with sourcing to make informed decisions that balance aesthetics, performance, cost, and manufacturability
• Own sample execution across vendors—driving accuracy, quality, and consistency—while proactively identifying alternatives that protect margin and product integrity
• Partner early with Sourcing and Production to assess feasibility and resolve challenges before they escalate; own all approvals and keep development trackers and WIPs current
• Stay connected to market trends, competitive landscape, and vendor capabilities to continuously strengthen product outcomes and supplier relationships
• Development Operations & Process
• Run the seasonal development calendar—tracking milestones, surfacing risks, and ensuring clean, accurate reporting across costs, sample status, and vendor performance
• Define and monitor KPIs including on-time delivery, BOM accuracy, approval speed, and margin targets; drive adherence to testing standards to validate performance and reduce production risk
• Partner closely with Sourcing on costing strategy and negotiation readiness; continuously improve processes to simplify workflows and increase cross-functional alignment
• Cross Functional Collaboration
• Design: Translate creative vision into technically executable product, providing early feasibility input and maintaining alignment throughout the development process
• Sourcing: Collaborate on vendor selection, costing strategy, and negotiation readiness to protect margin and ensure manufacturability
• Tech Design: Partner on construction and specification accuracy to drive sample quality and consistency across vendors
• Planning & Merchandising: Align on seasonal timelines, delivery windows, and product priorities to support go-to-market execution
• Vendor Partners: Build and maintain strong factory-level relationships that enable innovation, proactive problem-solving, and high-quality execution at scale

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in apparel product development or product creation
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple seasons and timelines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of costing and cost engineering, with confidence navigating vendor negotiations
• Deep knowledge of materials, construction, trims, and manufacturing processes, with a proven ability to resolve technical challenges
• Clear communicator with strong presentation skills and comfort using data to guide decisions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience translating design vision into real, scalable product across multiple categories
• Proven track record of leading and growing vendor relationships at the factory level
• Experience building or improving cross-functional development processes and operational workflows
• Ability to represent Product Development in senior leadership conversations with confidence and supporting data
• Curiosity around AI tools and a willingness to experiment with emerging technologies to drive speed and innovation

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary + bonus
• Unlimited PTO and sick time
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $100/month Wellness stipend
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• $100/month Personal Workspace stipend
• $1,000/year True Classic merchandise allowance
• 401(k) plan with 3% company match

Equal Opportunity Statement

• True Classic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support differences in race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, and abilities.

Company Overview

• Founded in 2019, we’re a fast-growing apparel brand obsessed with fit, quality, and impact. Our operations are guided by principles that shape how we work, make decisions, and win together.