Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Product Development Coordinator with demonstrated expertise in private label (PL) programs, with Walmart experience preferred, ideally within sleepwear, to join our team. This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end product development lifecycle from initial concept and fabric development through final production – while ensuring designs meet cost, quality, and compliance standards.
This position functions as the lead and sole owner of the product development function for the category, requiring a highly organized and self-directed individual who can independently manage timelines, cross-functional communication, vendor relationships, and development execution from concept through production. The ideal candidate combines strong technical product knowledge with exceptional attention to detail, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings proven experience supporting commercially successful private label programs for major retailers.
Responsibilities
- Partner with design and merchandising to build seasonal sleepwear assortments aligned with private label program strategies.
- Source and develop fabrics, trims, and embellishments; manage costing, strike-offs, lab dips, and material approvals.
- Drive sample development from proto through final approval, ensuring execution aligns with design intent, margin goals, and retailer requirements.
- Create and maintain time and action (T&A) calendars for development milestones, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Review and approve packaging, hangtags, and branding elements for retailer compliance.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with design, technical design, and sales to ensure smooth product development flow.
- Anticipate and resolve challenges related to fabric, trims, fit, safety, and compliance standards.
- Stay current on sleepwear trends, competitive landscape, and innovations in fabric and construction.
- Minimum 3 years of product development experience within private label (PL) programs; Walmart experience preferred. Sleepwear experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of garment construction, fabric development, and testing standards for sleepwear.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel) and PLM systems; familiarity with retailer development portals a plus.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple categories and deadlines.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional partners and vendors.
- Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable in a deadline-driven environment.
Onsite Work Schedule
5 days a week in office
New York Pay Rate $65,000 - $80,000
We strive to hire and nurture amazing talent. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience, specialized skills, and internal alignment.
Company Overview
Golden Touch is a family owned and operated wholesale apparel manufacturer with a mission to deliver trend focused products for nearly 50 years. We produce private label brands for large mass market retailers across the globe specializing in children’s, junior, missy and women’s apparel.
Diversity Vision Statement
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live and conduct business. We are an equal employment opportunity for minorities, females, protected veterans, and the disabled.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating our associates and applicants without discrimination based on their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.