Product Development Assistant - ENTRY LEVEL (Glendale, CA)

*This is an entry level position.* We are interested in individuals who want to be a part of the constantly changing garment industry, and are able to excel in a very fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.

*Key Responsibilities:*
* Work with Product Development Specialists and Account Managers to interpret client needs, and develop and source new products
* Heavy communication with overseas NATco employees
* Receive, sort, and analyze production samples
* Notate and communicate feedback to overseas offices
* Maintain accurate records of sample submissions to clients
* Information management - heavy Excel use to organize information

*Minimum Requirements*
* Comfortable using MS Excel to organize large amounts of information
* Impeccable attention to detail
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
* Ability to work overtime when needed
* Strong interest in learning the behind-the-scenes of the apparel industry
* PREFERRED: Degree in fashion-related field OR minimum of 1 year working in apparel industry (including any internships completed)

*To apply for this position, please submit the following information:*
* Resume (with salary history)
* Brief explanation of how you meet the requirements above
* What your long-term goals are
* SUBJECT OF EMAIL SHOULD BE: "PD ASSISTANT"

Keywords: garment, apparel, fashion, product development, sourcing, trims, packaging, hangtags, labels Posting ID: 3596645885

Posted: 2013-02-05, 3:41PM PST

Edited: 2013-02-05, 3:41PM PST

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