Assistant Product Coordinator

About us

Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

About the role

The Assistant Product Coordinator will support the day-to-day activities and daily communication with internal business and external global business partners, as it pertains to product development

The impact you can have

• Create and Maintain style setup in PLM systems (WEBPDM/ Bamboo Rose), including style number, raw materials, trims, color combinations, and sample requests to support development and design workload
• Sample Development and Tracking – Coordinate all sample requests (Proto/LP/Fit), track development progress, and maintain accurate sample status through receipt in corporate office locations
• Trim and Material Coordination- Request Trim Detail Sheets and support trim development through distribution of CADs and reference materials to our overseas Agent partners
• Agent and Vendor Support- Allocate development to vendors in our PLM system, support vendor presentations and follow up communications/sample returns
• Pre-Production Support: Update BOMs with final approvals and communicate wash and development to Agents to support production readiness
• Post-Development Execution: Support final development activities, including color updates, style extensions, and late-stage product changes
• Manage Sample Logistics- This can include returning samples to Vendors and prepping samples for internal use, for example sample sales.

You'll bring to the role

• Minimum of up to one (1) year of experience in the fashion industry preferred
• Independent, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be highly organized
• Able to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced office environment
• Must be highly collaborative in a team environment
• Strong work ethic
• Proficient with computer programs, including Microsoft Office (Excel is a must)

Benefits at KnitWell Group

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands    
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities*   
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement*  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Time off – paid time off & holidays* 
• The target salary range for this role is: $26.44/hr

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.  

Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position. 

This position works in a hybrid model, with four days per week worked in the Hingham location

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.