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Delta Galil Industries · 1 day ago

Senior Manager, Product Development & Fabric Innovation

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$120K/yr - $138K/yr

8+ years exp

Delta Galil Industries is a global manufacturer and marketer of Private Label apparel products. The Senior Manager, Product Development & Fabric Innovation will oversee the full product development lifecycle, ensuring all seasonal collections meet business, aesthetic, and quality goals while driving collaboration between various teams.

ApparelIndustrialManufacturingRetail

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end product development process, from initial concept through SMS / production pass off ensuring alignment across Design, Merchandising, and Production

Own and track all milestones in the Time & Action calendar to ensure timely delivery of samples, approvals, and production readiness

Oversee BOM creation, approvals, and handoff to Production, ensuring all materials, colors, and components are accurately captured

Manage development sample requests, vendor communication, and prepare for key milestone meetings including but not limited to – market, fittings and hangtag creation

Proactively resolve development or production challenges by partnering with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure solutions are cost-effective and timely

Responsible for sending out all specs and art to factories and mills

Lead the creation, sourcing, and innovation of fabrics and trims across categories, from concept through proto and SMS ensuring bulk costing and affordability

Partner with Design to identify seasonal fabric and trim needs; propose innovative materials that align with brand standards, cost, and sustainability goals

Conduct all lab dip, strike-off, and bulk approval processes, maintaining seasonal color libraries and ensuring consistency across product lines

Build strong relationships with overseas partners

Research new fabric technologies, fiber blends, and finishes to drive material innovation and competitive differentiation with a strong understanding of cut and sew and wovens

Maintain and organize fabric and trim libraries by category, ensuring accessibility and accuracy for internal teams

Build and maintain strong relationships with mills, factories, and suppliers to optimize quality, lead times, and cost efficiencies

Partner with Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, and Production to align material development with design intent, costing, and delivery goals

Collaborate with the Sustainability and Compliance teams to align material sourcing with environmental and social responsibility standards

Partner with Legal to team to ensue all art and prints are approved

Research and present market and material trends, technological advancements, and innovation opportunities to drive product differentiation

Support seasonal kickoff and development meetings with fabric, color, and material presentations

Identify and implement new processes or tools to streamline development workflows and enhance visibility across teams

Qualification

Apparel product developmentFabric innovationTechnical knowledge of fabricsTime & Action managementVendor managementMicrosoft Office SuitePassion for sustainabilityCommunicationProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising or related field

Minimum 8 years of experience in apparel product development and/or fabric innovation

Strong technical knowledge of fiber, yarn, fabric construction, and garment manufacturing

Proven ability to manage multiple product categories and seasonal calendars with precision

Skilled in Time & Action management, BOM creation, and sample tracking systems

Strong vendor management experience with domestic and overseas partners

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint), PLM, and related systems

Passion for material innovation, sustainability, and driving quality through every stage of development

Benefits

Multi-brand merchandise discount, including Splendid, 7 For All Mankind, and PJ Salvage

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, as well as Basic Life/Voluntary Life/Disability/Critical Illness

Financial Wellness: 401(k) Retirement Program with Company match and 529 College Savings Plan, as well as Tax-Advantage Health & Transit Accounts

Personal and sick time off, vacation time, floating days, and company-observed holidays

Paid Volunteer Time Off to dedicate your skills and time towards charitable activities

From weekly breakfasts and monthly milestone celebrations to leadership-led panels, and, team-building events, we offer plenty of fun ways to connect—both in person and virtually

Company

Delta Galil Industries

Established in 1975, Delta Galil Industries (TASE: DELG) is a global manufacturer and marketer of Private Label apparel products for men, women and children as well as owner of leading apparel and fashion brands such as 7 For All Mankind, Schiesser, PJ Salvage, Eminence, Delta and more… At Delta Galil, our experts leverage the company's vast knowledge base and core manufacturing competencies, to deliver comprehensive solutions that address the dynamic changes in the industry.

Founded in 1975

Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, ISR

10001+ employees