Jinkou Trading Company · 1 day ago
Product Development Coordinator / Assistant Designer
Jinkou Trading Company is a fast-growing apparel startup seeking a creative and detail-oriented Product Development Coordinator / Assistant Designer to join their team. This role supports the design process from concept to production hand off, helping manage samples, tech packs, and vendor communication.
Responsibilities
Assist in creating and updating tech packs, line sheets, and design documentation
Support the design team with fabric sourcing, trims, and color approvals
Research trending design directions that stay true to the brand’s identity—across silhouettes, details, color stories, prints, and graphics—and translate insights into inspiring visual presentations for leadership
Organize and track samples for fittings and presentations
Help with creating sales presentations, such as CADS or other related documents
Communicate with vendors regarding design specifications, art strike offs and any related changes
Maintain design archives and digital asset libraries
Collaborate with production and operations teams to ensure design integrity through manufacturing
Works in AIMS 360(ERP) creating and updating materials, trim and style master’s for the company
Review lab dips, samples and submits with design team and enter/send comments to vendors
Qualification
Required
Degree in Fashion Design or related field (or equivalent experience)
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
Strong understanding of garment construction and apparel terminology
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects
A creative thinker who is aware of current and upcoming retail fashion trends
Preferred
Experience working at a graphic driven brand is a plus
Experience with AIMS 360 software is a plus
Benefits
Health insurance stipend
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Company
Jinkou Trading Company
Jinkou Trading Company is a leading full-package apparel production company dedicated to delivering high-quality and ethically produced garments.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase