Product Development Manager

**PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER** Our Product Development Manager is responsible for working with our team of product development, fitting, and quality control professionals to ensure both Bootlegger's products are meeting the fit and quality expectations of our customers. The Product Development Manager is responsible for guiding the day to day product development activities of the team. **What’s in it for you** - Hybrid work environment with the flexibility to work remotely two days per week - Expand your closet with 50% off regular priced product across our brands: Bootlegger, Ricki’s and Cleo - Casual day - everyday Our fashionably casual dress code allows you to be comfortable at work while showing off our latest looks - Growth Opportunities - access to unlimited e-learning, professional development reimbursement, ongoing training and development, career advancement opportunities - Paid sick and personal days allotted annually - Complete benefits package including extended health, dental, vision care, life insurance, disability coverage, mental health and life wellness supports - Our corporate office, which we call our Service Office, is a modern workspace with lots of natural light, outdoor green space, collaborative meeting spaces, and sit/stand desks **What you’ll be a part of** As our Product Development Manager you will be responsible for; - Providing detailed fit and construction instructions for garments to vendors; correcting fit issues and communicating changes in a timely manner following the seasonal product development critical path - Analyzing production samples; validating measurements, construction and workmanship of the garments - Developing and ensuring that quality assurance protocols are followed - Participating in fitting sessions to observe garments on live models; making notes to communicate to vendors directions to achieve a proper fit that meets Warehouse One’s and Bootlegger’s standards - Developing and updating fit specifications as needed - Collaborating with overseas vendors with respect to fit and quality - Assisting with fabric testing using our third party nominated supplier - Working collaboratively with our merchandising teams to achieve department goals - Leading the product development team to execute product according to seasonal timelines; anticipating and preventing issues for the team to keep the pathway clear - Responsible for performance evaluations, hiring and consistent coaching of the Product Development and Quality Control team **The right fit** - Has a minimum of 5+ years of industry experience in product development and fit - Holds strong technical knowledge of fashion product, fit, raw materials & construction - Has in-depth knowledge of garment construction methods, pattern making and fit - Experience working with PLM software is an asset - Is detail orientated and has strong accuracy and precision - Is a strong communicator and can articulate both verbally and in written communication - Is organized and detail orientated, especially when working under tight deadlines - Is collaborative and able to work as part of a team - Is experienced in leading a team; able to motivate, train, and coach others to success - Is a confident user of Microsoft Office products, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel - Has the experience, capacity and self-initiative to "hit the ground running" - Is fashionable and enthusiastic about Bootlegger's casual products and image - Embodies Bootlegger’s core values; Trust, Teamwork, Passion, Entrepreneurship and Growth **About us** Since 1971, Bootlegger has been a trusted, Canadian destination for denim. Our mission is to be the best place for jeans in Canada where you will find the perfect fit, quality, and value. With stores coast to coast, an ecommerce business, and millions of jeans later, we continue our devotion to denim innovation in design, fabric, and washes, and provide everything that goes with jeans. At Bootlegger, we have a passionate commitment to creating genuine connections with our customers and our community. Above all, our core purpose is to make people feel great **Our Core Values** TRUST - We have integrity. TEAMWORK - Teamwork makes the dream work. PASSION - We love what we do & do what we love. ENTREPRENEURSHIP - Own it GROWTH - Progress is the heartbeat of growth **Inclusivity Commitment** At Bootlegger we are all about helping people look and feel great. Feeling great doesn’t just have to do with what we wear, it’s also about feeling welcomed and included. Bootlegger and our team members are committed to ensuring all people feel welcomed in our stores and office and that our differences are appreciated and celebrated. **Community Involvement** Bootlegger is a proud supporter of United Way Centraide Canada. United Way supports agencies and programs that help kids be all they can be, move families out of poverty, and build healthier communities all across Canada. - Bootlegge