Product Developer

Dear,

My name is Amol Shingare, a Technical Recruiter with netPolarity. Our client GAP . is looking for a Product Developer . Below is the job description for you, please let me know if you will be interested and the best time to connect to discuss this further.

Requirement Details:

Job Description – Product Developer

Job Details

• Job Title: Product Developer (Creative/Marketing)
• Client: GAP
• JobDiva ID: 26-75312
• Request ID: 12149-1
• Location: 55 Thomas St, New York, NY 10013
• Work Schedule: 100% Onsite (Monday–Friday; Summer Fridays work from home)
• Duration: 6 Months
• Contract Dates: August 4, 2026 – January 30, 2027
• Max Pay Rate: $25-26/hour on W2
• Submittal Slots: 2
• Start Date: Mid-August 2026

Role Overview

This Product Developer role supports the GAP Specialty Adult Apparel team, focusing on categories including:

• Skirts
• Dresses
• Wovens
• Knits
• Sweaters

This is an assistant-level position supporting two Product Development Managers during a maternity leave. The role is responsible for supporting the product lifecycle from concept development through bulk production and store delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Product Development team throughout the product lifecycle.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Design, Merchandising, Planning, and Technical Design.
• Enter, compile, and analyze product costing information while identifying discrepancies.
• Track concept samples and ensure timely delivery from mills and vendors.
• Manage Time & Action (T&A) calendars to meet development milestones.
• Communicate daily with overseas sourcing teams.
• Build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Support related product development systems and processes.

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook .
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to ask questions and seek guidance when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in a corporate product development environment.
• Experience in apparel or fashion product development.
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems such as:
• Centric PLM
• TradeStone
• Bamboo Rose
• Product Costing Tools
• Experience working with overseas vendors or sourcing teams is a plus.
• Global supplier experience is preferred but not required.

Cross-Functional & Global Collaboration

• Daily communication with GAP International teams located in:
• Hong Kong
• Vietnam
• India
• Weekly meetings with:
• Merchandising
• Design
• Planning
• Technical Design

Interview Process

• Interviews will be conducted by Marissa Emanuel and two Product Development Team Leads.
• Maximum of three interviewers.
• Panel interview may be conducted depending on scheduling.
• This is a temporary maternity leave coverage position and is not expected to extend beyond the contract period .