Product Developer

As a Product Developer at FAM Brands, your primary responsibilities will involve managing the entire product lifecycle, conducting fit sessions, and ensuring garments meet specifications. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Production, and Merchandising to align product strategies with brand standards, all while maintaining rigorous quality control.

To qualify as a Product Developer at FAM Brands, you should possess at least 3 years of experience in apparel product development, ideally with a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Product Development, or a related field. A strong knowledge of garment construction, fabric properties, and manufacturing processes is essential.

In this role at FAM Brands, you will be expected to research and source materials while building strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers. Effective vendor management will help ensure optimal quality, competitive pricing, and efficient lead times for our products.

FAM Brands fosters a collaborative and innovative work environment for Product Developers. You'll work alongside talented teams, enabling you to thrive in a fast-paced atmosphere where creativity and efficiency are critical to meeting product development timelines.

As a Product Developer at FAM Brands, you'll have ample opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Our commitment to quality and innovation provides a unique platform for you to contribute significantly to our product offerings and to take on more responsibilities as you grow with us.

Be prepared to share specific examples of your previous work in product development, focusing on the strategies you applied from concept to production. Highlight collaboration with cross-functional teams and mention any innovative solutions you implemented.

Discuss your experience with quality control measures, including how you conduct fit sessions and handle specifications. Detail any systems or processes you've used to monitor quality throughout the entire development lifecycle.

You can discuss your approach to building strong relationships with vendors, including how you communicate expectations and negotiate costs. Sharing experiences that reflect significant cost savings or improvements in lead time will also be beneficial.

Mention specific resources—such as market reports, social media, or industry events—that you regularly utilize to stay informed. Explain how you’ve used this information to influence product development decisions positively.

Employ the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to outline a specific challenge related to product development and the steps you took to overcome it. Focus on your problem-solving skills and the lessons learned.

Discuss any tools or methods you use to keep track of multiple projects. Highlight your experience in managing tight deadlines and ensuring all team members are aligned on priorities.

Emphasize your belief in collaborative problem-solving and how teamwork enhances product innovation. Provide examples of successful projects where teamwork was vital to achieving positive outcomes.

Describe your experience with PLM systems like Centric, including specific functionalities you’ve utilized to streamline the development process and manage product data effectively.

Detail your approach to receiving and implementing feedback, demonstrating a positive attitude and willingness to adapt your ideas to meet brand standards and market needs effectively.

Reflect on what drives you, whether it’s creativity, collaboration, or the thrill of bringing innovative products to life. Share your passion for fashion and how it influences your work ethic in product development.