Senior Manager, Apparel Product Development

at  Tecovas

Tecovas was founded with the simple goal of making the world’s best western boots, apparel and leather goods - and selling them at a fair price. We are a brand revolutionizing a category and welcoming first-time boot buyers and western enthusiasts alike.
Tecovas is looking for a Senior Manager, Apparel Product Development to lead, supervise and drive product creation and confirmation from design stage to production. Reporting directly to the VP, Product Development & Innovation, you will be responsible for the timely and successful completion of a fully developed product that meets margin requirements, is approved for fit, confirmed for manufacturing. As the Sr Manager, Apparel Product Development you will lead the Product Development team and strive to streamline the PD cycle through continuous improvement and strategy.
This role is required to be based in Austin, TX. Candidates must either be currently located in or willing to relocate to Austin, TX.

EXPERIENCE WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 10+ years of related Product Development experience
• Proven track record of leading and inspiring product creation teams to drive for excellence through coaching and mentoring
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suites

ABOUT US:

Tecovas was born out of a love for cowboy boots, their time-honored craftsmanship, rich materials that last, and traditional styling that always looks good. Each pair of Tecovas boots is crafted by hand in over 200 steps. It’s not the easiest or cheapest method, but we’re committed to classic construction techniques that stand the test of time. With 40 retail stores (and counting) across the country, we’re bringing western goods into new frontiers and aim to be the most welcoming brand in western. We’re certainly growing- and hiring passionate, humble, positive, and talented people determined to help us continue to grow!
Important note: We strive to hire values-aligned people because we believe it takes each and all of us to be successful, and lead with grit, speed and a clear vision of where we’re headed. In a remote setting, interviewing at Tecovas may include phone interviews, virtual “on-site” interviews, and on-the-job mock cases. We are committed to run a thorough process for candidates with whom we identify a potential match, and we will do our best to follow-up with each and every applicant! If you’re on the fence, just give it a try!
Hiring process and disclaimer: Should you receive an offer from us after going through the interview process, a background check will be conducted prior to onboarding. The results of a background check are evaluated as part of the hiring process, but this does not mean that you will not be considered for the job based upon the results. We are an equal opportunity employer and we encourage everyone to apply

• Create and oversee the entire Product Creation process from concept to final prototyping and sample approval.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and collaborate on future brand direction.
• Participate in selecting new manufacturing facilities for production.
• Streamline the Product Development process for greater accountability and efficiency.
• Lead and provide problem-solving support during the product development cycle, including material, cost, and construction concerns.
• Ensure timely approval of production samples and manage sample requests to meet seasonal deadlines.
• Develop and implement seasonal calendars to align with brand and company goals.
• Drive continuous improvement in production quality by monitoring defective returns and suggesting alternatives.
• Coach and mentor the Product Development team, setting clear goals and providing feedback.
• Foster a culture of innovation, problem-solving, and accountability within the team.
• Travel to factories overseas to foster relationships and ensure timely decision making.