Location: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Apparel Product Development & Merchandising Manager to join our growing team in Vancouver.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in apparel product development who understands both consumer needs and commercial success. You will lead the development of new products from concept to launch while collaborating closely with design, suppliers, and marketing to build innovative products for the North American market.
Candidates with previous experience at apparel brands, outdoor brands, or premium lifestyle brands are highly preferred.
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Key Responsibilities
Product Development
- Lead the development of new apparel products from concept through production.
- Research market trends, customer insights, and competitor products to identify new opportunities.
- Build seasonal product roadmaps and recommend future product categories.
- Define product positioning, functionality, fabric selection, trims, and construction details.
Merchandising & Product Strategy
- Analyze customer feedback and sales data to improve existing products.
- Recommend product assortment, pricing strategy, and seasonal collections.
- Collaborate with marketing to develop product launch strategies.
- Ensure products align with brand positioning and customer expectations.
Fabric & Innovation
- Research new fabrics, technologies, and functional performance materials.
- Evaluate fabric performance including wrinkle resistance, moisture management, stretch, durability, and comfort.
- Source innovative materials and maintain supplier relationships.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with design, ecommerce, marketing, and operations teams.
- Coordinate product timelines to ensure on-time launches.
- Participate in fittings, product reviews, and quality evaluations.
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Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in apparel product development, merchandising, or product management.
- Previous experience with apparel, fashion, outdoor, activewear, or performance apparel brands is strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, pattern, fabrics, trims, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience managing product development timelines from concept to production.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and project management abilities.
- Fluent English communication.
- Mandarin is considered an asset.
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Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience at companies such as the following are especially encouraged to apply:
- Lululemon
- Arc’teryx
- Kit and Ace
- DUER
- Herschel
- Aritzia
- Oak + Fort
- Other premium apparel or performance brands
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What We Offer
- Competitive salary and performance bonus.
- Flexible hybrid work environment.
- Opportunity to influence the future direction of a fast-growing apparel company.
- Professional growth opportunities.
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial team culture.
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How to Apply
Please submit:
- Resume
- Portfolio (if available)
- Brief cover letter
Email: [email protected]
Pay: $2,000.00-$4,000.00 per month
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6N 2L6
