Sr. Manager – Product Development & Production – Lingerie & Swim
| Company | Fashion Nova |
|---|---|
| Location | Culver City, CA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- 10+ years of Product Development and Production Experience
- Costing experience and the ability to negotiate costs with vendors and suppliers
- Intermediate level understanding of G-Suite, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Illustrator
- Excellent time-management and organization skills to consistently meet deadlines
- Deep knowledge of footwear construction, sourcing, and manufacturing processes
- Experience managing a global supplier base and complex product timelines
- Strong negotiation, planning, and organizational skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across internal and external teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and PLM systems; familiarity with 3D tools a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or Supply Chain Management
- English, additional language(s) an advantage
Responsibilities
- Lead product development across Swim and Lingerie categories with a laser focus on trend relevance, speed, and margin
- Translate fashion-forward concepts into rapid-turn product lines that meet the Fashion Nova aesthetic and commercial goals
- Collaborate with Design and Buying to drive monthly drops and capsules that hit social and cultural moments
- Continuously analyze performance, sell-throughs, and market trends to optimize future assortments
- Oversee all stages of development—from initial tech pack through final SMS and bulk approvals
- Ensure consistent fit and quality standards across all SKUs through partnership with Technical Design
- Own and manage development timelines, tracking samples, vendor WIPs, and production milestones
- Troubleshoot issues in fit, construction, and delivery to maintain aggressive calendar targets
- Work closely with Marketing and Creative teams to support storytelling, launches, and influencer campaigns
- Coordinate with overseas vendors and factories to ensure agile production and clear communication
- Partner with Sourcing to ensure cost-efficient production without compromising on speed or aesthetic
- Manage and mentor a team of product developers and/or coordinators
- Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and executional excellence
- Champion best practices in fast fashion development processes and tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with 3D tools a plus