Dickies: Associate Product Developer Woven Tops/OW

For over a century, Dickies has been worn by those forging their own path to shape the world we live in. We celebrate the can-do spirit of tradespeople, skaters, and doers who continue to put their trust in us. And we’re ready for the next 100 years of rolling up our sleeves alongside them, creating styles that work as hard as they do.

So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team dedicated to those people that work hard and play harder, Dickies just may be the place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Dickies Careers or www.dickies.com.

Associate, Product Development – Woven Tops/OW

What will you do?

A day in the life of an Associate Product Development for Woven Tops & OW at Dickies looks a little like this.

The Associate, Product Developer for Woven Tops & Outerwear is responsible for assisting the product development team achieve critical path (end-to-end process) develop seasonal lines to ensure on-time execution against line plan and Woven Tops & Outerwear product strategies. Participates in cross-functional work streams Adheres to development calendar dates to ensure on-time completion.

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• Assist product development in Woven Tops & OW with fabric, trim, color and wash development and ensure all tech packs are completed accurately/on-time.

• Assist in maintaining the development calendar and increase organization and visibility for the entire product life cycle. 

• Track the fitting of garments and reviews product details to ensure product execution meets the design aesthetic as well as the quality standards.  

• Ensure all materials and construction details from tech packs are 100% accurate before submitting to factory and ensuring that they meet cost guidelines to maintain margin goals. 

• Manage the Timing & Action calendar to ensure on time delivery of all products – perform daily administrative duties in Product Development, flagging any urgent issues to the appropriate cross functional team. 

• Troubleshoot and problem solve cross-functionally to ensure all deliveries are met per Merchant’s strategies during the development phase for the product. 

• Manage all sample requests and ensuring on time delivery of samples. 

• Assist with development of product and materials to meet Design vision, merchandising requirements and company goals. 

• Maintain production trim card approvals for product category.  

• Ensure all PLM entries are updated and accurate for all products within the category. 

• Troubleshoot and problem solve cross-functionally to ensure all deliverables are met.

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  What do you need to succeed?

  We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 1-3 years of experience and professional achievements. 

  The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

  1-3 years of product development and/or sourcing is preferred with working knowledge of garment construction, fit, fabric and finish development 

  Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business or related area preferred or equivalent work experience 

  Detail oriented with high degree of accuracy and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where multi-tasking and prioritizing is necessary. 

  Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills – promotes spirit of collaboration and teamwork 

  Ability to work in an open environment with product team and cross-functional partners 

  What do we offer you?

  At Dickies, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

  Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.

  To learn more about Dickies’ benefits package, follow this MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF”.

  To learn more about Dickies’ Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.dickies.com

  Now WE have a question for YOU.

  Are you in?

Hiring Range:

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com  and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.  If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.