NOTE: This position is located at Nordstrom's downtown Seattle headquarters and follows a hybrid work model, with four days in the office and one remote workday each week.
As a Product Developer for Women's Vertical, supporting Nordstrom Product Group (NPG) apparel, you will drive the development of our Nordstrom-owned private label product. Using your product expertise and strong negotiation skills, you will build products that meet cost and quality standards. You will partner with internal teams including merchandising, design, and technical design, along with a network of external vendor partners, to create compelling seasonal assortments. Imagine the impact you will have on the products we make and deliver to our Nordstrom customers!
A day in the life…
Develop products that are engineered to cost standards. Review prototypes for quality, brand aesthetic, and design intent that meets minimum order quantities and follows line plan
Meet product development milestones and calendar due dates with pre-production tracking and reporting (prototype, color, sample yardage, testing, etc.)
Negotiate with vendors through product lifecycle i.e. costing, time and action, minimums, etc.
Create, revise and manage tech packs and prototypes through accurate and timely PLM system updates
Place developed and adopted styles in accordance with the Sourcing Strategy and provide ongoing recommendations to support evolution
Review and reconcile failed garment and fabric test reports
You own this if you have…
Minimum 3 years’ experience in product development, design or production in garment manufacturing. Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Knowledge of raw materials and garment construction
Experience working with domestic and international manufacturers. Strong problem solving and negotiating skills
Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal, multi-task and prioritization skills
Ability to demonstrate capabilities through a costing exercise
Proficiency in Excel and Outlook. Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Product Lifecycle Management preferred
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Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
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The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
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Nordstrom Seattle, Washington, USA Office
1600 7th Ave, Seattle, Washington, United States, 98101
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