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Sr. Apparel Product Developer

Varsity Brands Farmers Branch, TX

Farmers Branch, TX

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Full time Senior Apparel Development Product Developer

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Job Description

The Sr. Apparel Product Developer role at Varsity Brands is responsible for driving seasonal apparel product development from early concept through production readiness. The position serves as a category expert, coordinating internal teams and manufacturing partners to support quality, on-time, and within-budget product outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with Merchandise and Category Management Teams to understand product vision and direction.
Act as the go-to expert for the assigned category.
Collaborate with the project manager and serve as the category lead for the commercialization calendar.
Coordinate across internal teams, other internal stakeholders, and manufacturing partners to move products from prototype to successful production.
Apply technical knowledge related to the product and category to guide execution.
Work with Costing Teams, internally and externally, to support profitable product launches.
Analyze product change needs when costing does not meet expectations, communicate recommended updates to Merchandising, and support alignment.
Work with Merchandise and Category Management to understand project timelines and adhere to milestones and deliverables.
Partner with design and engineering to transition prototypes into cost-efficient, high-volume products.
Troubleshoot design, material, and trim details to execute intended product design.
Support Category Management by delivering and communicating Tech Packs to manufacturing partners.
Coordinate with Supply Chain to help bring products that meet quality expectations and customer needs.
Collaborate with Product Quality Teams to ensure assigned projects meet Varsity Brands quality standards.
Work with internal and external testing labs to confirm products meet quality parameters for release.
Partner with internal and external Material Developers to develop new materials, trims, and fabric.
Monitor new product status and ensure project execution aligns with required policies, procedures, and government regulations.
Evaluate designs and production execution for adherence to design and manufacturing principles.
Analyze and recommend improvements to production processes and methods to reduce cost and improve quality.
Recommend corrective actions in case of design failure.
Coordinate with senior management to maintain visibility into product status and prepare appropriate reports.

Required Qualifications

Ability to communicate openly and honestly, building trust and respect.
Apparel technical expertise related to construction, fit, and function.
Strong fabric knowledge, including circular, warp, and woven.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, PLM, and AS400, with an aptitude for learning new programs.
Extensive knowledge of product development processes.
Excellent analytical skills and strong verbal and written communication, with attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize critical deadlines, and capability to multi-task regularly.
Affinity for problem-solving and exposure or experience in manufacturing, quality excellence, and strategic thinking, including listening to internal customers and performing professionally.
Flexibility during periods of change, with the ability to understand business operations and provide quality insights toward business goals.
Participation in continuous improvement projects and lean principles, ideally within apparel manufacturing.
College degree in Fashion, Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or experience required.
5 to 8 years of related product development experience, including design and manufacturing.
Experience communicating via Microsoft Teams.
Experience with Outlook and PLM systems.
Role requires walking through departments as needed to follow up on assignments and check samples (70% sedentary, 30% active).

Preferred / Additional Notes

Bilingual is a plus (English/Spanish).

Technology Stack

Microsoft Office
PLM
AS400
Microsoft Teams
Outlook

Work Model, Location, and Schedule

Work type: Hybrid
Location: 14460 VARSITY BRANDS WAY, Farmers Branch, TX 75244
Work hours: M-F, 8-5p / 9-6p (Friday WFH)
International and domestic travel: 20%

Physical Demands and Work Environment

70% sedentary and 30% active, including walking through departments to follow up on completion of assignments and check samples.
Professional office environment using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
HSA Employer Contribution and FSA Opportunities
Wellbeing Program
401(k) plan with company matching
Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
Generous My Time Off and Paid Holidays
Varsity Brands Ownership Program
Employee Resource Groups
Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union
St. Jude Partnership and Volunteer Opportunities
Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment

Important Information

This position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must be able to work from the designated location without company-sponsored relocation.

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Apparel Product Developer

Varsity Brands Farmers Branch, TX

Farmers Branch, TX

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Full time Apparel Apparel Development Engineering

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Job Description

Varsity Brands is hiring a full-time Apparel Product Developer in Farmers Branch, TX (hybrid). In this role, you will manage apparel product development from initial concept through production readiness, coordinating across internal teams and manufacturing partners to deliver quality products on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Design and Category Management teams to understand product vision, direction, and strategic intent.
Partner on project timelines to ensure milestones and deliverables are met.
Coordinate with internal and external Material Developers to support new materials, trims, and fabric development.
Work with Product Compliance and QA Testing teams to ensure products meet required quality standards and release criteria.
Prepare, deliver, and communicate complete and accurate Tech Packs to manufacturing partners.
Troubleshoot design, material, and trim challenges to achieve the intended product outcome.
Collaborate with Product Quality teams to ensure assigned projects meet Varsity Spirit quality expectations.
Partner with Design and Engineering teams to transition prototypes into cost-efficient, scalable, high-volume production.
Coordinate with internal teams and manufacturing partners to guide products from prototypes through successful production.
Partner with Supply Chain to help deliver profitable, high-quality products to customers.
Monitor new product status to ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
Evaluate product operations and design execution for alignment with manufacturing and design principles.
Analyze production processes and recommend improvements to support cost reduction and quality enhancement.
Identify design failures and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Communicate product status to senior management and produce clear, accurate reports as needed.

Required Qualifications

Ability to communicate in an open and honest way that quickly builds trust and respect.
Microsoft Office proficiency and aptitude for learning the latest programs, including PLM.
Solid understanding of product development processes.
Excellent analytical, verbal, and written skills with strong attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills to manage critical deadlines, prioritize effectively, and multi-task regularly.
Affinity for problem solving, with exposure or experience in Manufacturing, Quality Excellence, and Strategic thinking.
Ability to listen to internal customers and conduct work in a professional manner.
Flexibility during times of change, comprehension of business operations, and ability to provide quality insight to support goal achievement and business success.
Participation in continuous improvement projects and lean principles, ideally within apparel manufacturing.
College degree in Fashion, Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or experience required.
2-4 years of related product development experience including design and manufacturing.
Experience communicating via Microsoft Teams.
Experience with Outlook and PLM systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual is a plus (English/Spanish).

Work Location and Schedule

Location: 14460 VARSITY BRANDS WAY, Farmers Branch, TX 75244

Work type: Hybrid
Hours: M-F, 8-5p / 9-6p (Friday WFH)
Relocation: This position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must be able to work from the designated location without company-sponsored relocation.

Travel and Work Environment

Travel requirement: 20% international and domestic
Physical demands: 70% sedentary and 30% active. Walking in all departments is necessary to follow up on assignments and check samples.
Environment: Professional office setting. Routine use of standard office equipment including computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
HSA employer contribution and FSA opportunities
Wellbeing Program
401(k) plan with company matching
Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
Varsity Brands Ownership Program
Employee Resource Groups
Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union
St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
Employee perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment

Technologies

Microsoft Office
PLM
Microsoft Teams
Outlook

Company Values

Service: We lead with heart and champion community.
Passion: We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.
Integrity: We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.
Respect: We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.
Innovation: We never stop striving to be better for ourselves and our community.
Transparency: We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.

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