Product Development Coordinator (TEMP)

About Us

Little Sleepies is one of the fastest growing companies in America, according to Inc. Magazine (#1 in retail)! We are an eCommerce company that specializes in buttery soft pajamas for the whole family and children’s daywear. Our proprietary Lunaluxe™ & Soluxe™ bamboo fabrics are custom-milled for maximum softness and function. Driven by creativity, passion, and the desire to do something extraordinary, we strive to bring joy and comfort to families around the world. We’re excited to be doing this, and we hope you will be too. If our mission resonates, we would love to hear from you!

Location

This is a hybrid position located in Los Angeles.

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

The Role: 

We’re looking for a Product Development/Production coordinator who will demonstrate their expertise and knowledge in apparel concepts, practices. In this role, you will support the product development and production team in establishing and facilitating our manufacturing workflow with overseas vendors, be a liaison between design and our vendors/ license partners on product approvals, and deliver a finished product that will delight our customers.  

This is a multi-faceted role with responsibilities that span across production and product development. You will interact daily with design, merchandising, production, and vendors to ensure that garments are priced and manufactured to meet design aesthetics and company product strategies. If you think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you!

What you'll do: 

• Support the PD/Production Managers in maintaining accurate WIP reports for each vendor; review, track and uphold key development and production dates.


• Work closely with design, production, and merchandising to manage the flow of information related to purchase orders, costing, samples, and orders with vendor partners.


• Own product submissions and approval status tracker with licensing partners and systems – OPA, Media Box, etc


• Attend seasonal concept/trend meetings to understand design intention and product strategies. 


• Support the production manager in managing and executing the production work flow. 


• Assist in the sourcing and development of all new fabric and trims to support finished goods production.


• Manage proto samples, wear tests, and marketing samples and photoshoot samples to ensure timely deliveries.


• Track testing reports, care, and content labeling.


• Assist the team in organizing and inputting product data in the PLM system


• Maintain material and sample tracking in the PLM system


• Monitor and track vendor sample submissions


• Prepare sample submissions for review across Product Development, Production and Design teams


• Maintain strong organization of the sample closet

What you'll bring to the team: 

• Bachelor’s degree in production, merchandising/design, or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• 3+ years of product development and or production experience in the apparel industry, children’s apparel preferred; 3+ years working with overseas vendors highly desired


• An understanding of technical requirements related to testing of fabric, trims, and garments preferred.


• Knowledge of product development and production from sourcing, design development and testing protocols, production integrity, production times, and fabric and garment construction.


• Strong attention to detail, and organization with the ability to prioritize multiple projects with the ability to handle several tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-moving environment. 


• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace. 


• Excellent communication and presentation skills.


• Ability to follow instructions and take initiative when required.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with other teams and individuals.


• A ‘no task is too small’ attitude willing to jump in as needed to support the team. 

About You

• You love working in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment.


• Proven prioritization, time management, and project management skills.


• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build lasting relationships.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• You’re efficient and focused on getting things done well and on schedule.

Little Sleepies is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.