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FAM Brands

Multi-brand activewear retailer and wholesaler

Apparel Product Developer - Private Label

ProductConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBeverly Hills, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of apparel product development or production experience in apparel wholesale, retail, or related industries.
  • Strong understanding of the product development process from concept through production.
  • Experience with Centric PLM, bill of materials management, and product data maintenance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead product development from concept through bulk production for all private label apparel categories.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Design, Merchandising, Quality Assurance, and Planning to align product strategy with business goals.
  • Oversee and execute seasonal development and production calendars while ensuring milestone adherence.
  • Oversee innovation in fabrics, construction, and finishing techniques while balancing cost efficiency and quality standards.
  • Develop and execute a global sourcing strategy aligned with product integrity, margin, capacity, and risk mitigation goals.
  • Identify, onboard, and manage vendors across multiple regions.
  • Negotiate pricing, minimum order quantities, lead times, and Incoterms.
  • Build factory partnerships with clear performance metrics for quality, delivery, cost, and compliance.
  • Own the product costing process from initial development through final bulk cost.
  • Ensure costing accuracy and transparency for fabric, trim, labor, duty, tariffs, and freight.
  • Partner with Sales and Merchandising to achieve margin and initial markup targets.
  • Lead cost engineering initiatives, including fabric optimization, construction efficiencies, and freight strategies.
  • Analyze cost drivers and recommend sourcing or design alternatives when needed.
  • Establish and maintain testing protocols for all apparel categories, including fabric, trims, and garment performance.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
  • Partner with vendors, laboratories, and internal teams to manage testing schedules and approvals.
  • Drive root cause analysis for quality failures and late delivery.
  • Implement continuous improvement processes for factory-level efficiency.
  • Oversee bulk production planning and execution to ensure on-time delivery.
  • Monitor work in progress, capacity planning, and factory performance.
  • Manage risks related to delays, material shortages, and quality issues.
  • Lead production escalation and resolution for at-risk programs.
  • Build and lead a high-performing team across production and development.
  • Define clear roles and performance expectations.
  • Mentor and develop talent for long-term organizational growth.
  • Foster collaboration between Product Development and Production teams and cross-functional partners.
  • Drive standardization of development, costing, and production processes.
  • Implement and optimize product lifecycle management and production tracking systems.
  • Oversee standard operating procedures for testing, approvals, and vendor onboarding.
  • Lead initiatives to improve speed to market and operational efficiency.

About the Company

FAM Brands

Multi-brand activewear retailer and wholesaler

FAM Brands combines several active lifestyle and outdoor labels—such as Marika, Eddie Bauer, Three Dots, and Wildfox—to sell mid-to-premium apparel through upscale retailers, warehouse clubs, and online platforms. The product lineup spans athletic and casual wear designed for gym-goers, outdoor enthusiasts, and everyday use, with emphasis on quality and sustainable fabrics and responsible manufacturing. It differentiates itself by aggregating multiple recognized brands under one umbrella and selling through multiple channels, plus ongoing community and sustainability initiatives. Its goal is to offer high-quality, stylish clothing at various price points while expanding its retail, wholesale, and online reach and supporting community and environmental programs.

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Headquarters
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