Associate Product Development Manager

Who We Are o5 group is an industry leader in global fashion & apparel design with 40+ years of success across wholesale, e-comm, and marketplace. We are privately held, headquartered in NYC with brand offices in CA — a dynamic portfolio of global brands committed to operational excellence in design, product development, production, sourcing, distribution, and logistics. With category expertise across full-collection menswear, womenswear, childrenswear, and infant/toddler, we specialize in denim, outerwear, activewear, and loungewear/sleepwear, trusted by top retail partners. About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Product Development Associate to join our fast-paced NYC team. You’ll be the bridge between design, vendors, and production—keeping our product pipeline on track from concept through final hand-off. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on organization, cross-functional teamwork, vendor communication, and product lifecycle management, and who is looking to build a long-term career in apparel. How You’ll Contribute • Coordinate with Design and Production to manage comments and approvals from development through final production. • Communicate daily with factories, vendors, and suppliers to track progress and resolve issues. • Oversee sample tracking and submissions, including fabric and trim approvals, proto samples, salesman samples, PP samples, and TOP samples. • Maintain detailed and organized records of approvals, comments, and status updates, both electronic and physical. • Support revisions, adds, and drops to ensure timely execution and clean hand-offs to Production. • Assist in maintaining PLM systems and Excel tracking reports. What You Bring to the Team • 3–5 years of experience in product development, apparel production, or licensed apparel business. • Working knowledge of PLM systems and strong Excel skills. • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage timelines in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent time management, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. • A collaborative team player who thrives in a cross-functional environment. Why Join o5 group • Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage • 401(k) + company-paid life insurance • Paid Time Off (PTO) + company holidays • Commuter benefits • Hybrid / flexible work schedule • Family-oriented culture • Responsibility & Sustainability — spanning economic, social, and environmental impact