Product Development Associate at Buck Mason

Los Angeles, California, United States

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$71,000 – $79,000Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Apparel, FashionIndustries

Requirements

  • 2-6 years applicable experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills to interact with internal teams & outside vendors
  • Experience in working with apparel import vendors
  • Knowledge of fabric, trim sourcing, and product development
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Highly motivated, organized, collaborative
  • Intermediate knowledge of Excel, Gmail, Google Meet, Google Calendar, Apparel Magic
  • MULTILINGUAL speaker is a plus
  • Experience in woven or sweaters categories preferred
  • Knowledge of apparel garment development required

Responsibilities

  • Provide support to Sr. Product Developers through the development cycle
  • Work closely with cross functional teams to track fabric and product development progress while maintaining calendar milestones
  • Ensure all developments meet calendar requirements
  • Work cross functionally to solve deadline conflicts
  • Work directly with domestic and import vendors on development, sample tracking and maintaining deadlines
  • Communicate daily regarding sample timing, and product management; address and manage exceptions
  • Attend weekly WIP meetings to keep the team on track for approvals and sample status
  • Learn aesthetic and technical direction of product to guide decisions
  • Responsible for launching and tracking new developments from design to vendors
  • Assist with and maintain Tracker reports for supported categories
  • Manage and update Tech Packs & BOMs with Tech and Design teams
  • Gather, review & negotiate costing
  • Attend all fittings and take notes

Skills

Product Development
Fabric Sourcing
Vendor Management
Tech Packs
BOMs
Costing Negotiation
Excel
Apparel Magic
Sample Tracking
Garment Development

Buck Mason

Contemporary menswear brand offering timeless apparel

About Buck Mason

Buck Mason creates high-quality clothing for men, focusing on timeless and classic styles suitable for everyday wear. Their product range includes tees, jeans, jackets, and shirts, designed to be both stylish and durable. The company operates through a direct-to-consumer model, selling products online and in physical stores located in major cities like Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco. This approach allows Buck Mason to maintain control over product quality and customer experience while offering competitive prices. They also provide virtual fittings to help customers find the right size, enhancing the shopping experience. Buck Mason aims to cater to men who value quality and versatility in their clothing, setting itself apart from competitors with its focus on modern yet classic American design.

Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$2.5MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from emerging direct-to-consumer menswear brands threatens market share.
Rising raw material costs, especially cotton, may impact pricing and profit margins.
Expansion into home goods and new locations could divert focus from core menswear business.

Differentiation

Buck Mason offers timeless, high-quality menswear with a modern classic aesthetic.
The company uses a direct-to-consumer model, ensuring competitive pricing and quality control.
Virtual fittings enhance customer experience, reducing returns and improving satisfaction.

Upsides

Expansion into physical stores strengthens Buck Mason's omnichannel retail strategy.
Collaborations with influencers like Leanne Ford boost brand visibility and attract new customers.
Focus on casual, versatile clothing aligns with the growing demand for athleisure.

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