Product Development Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the product development lifecycle for the Men's Walmart business from concept through commercialization and production handoff.
• Partner with Design, Merchandising, and Sales teams to translate customer needs, market trends, and Walmart strategies into commercially viable products.
• Drive product development calendars and critical path management to ensure all milestones are achieved on time.
• Collaborate with sourcing teams and overseas factories to develop products that meet target costs, quality standards, and margin objectives.
• Manage product costing, value engineering, and cost negotiations to support business profitability goals.
• Evaluate fabric, trim, construction, and packaging options to optimize product performance, quality, and cost.
• Oversee sample development, including proto, fit, salesperson, pre-production, and production samples.
• Partner closely with Technical Design and Quality teams to ensure products meet fit, performance, testing, and compliance requirements.
• Review and manage WIP reports, proactively identifying and resolving development, sourcing, or production risks.
• Lead communication with overseas factories and sourcing offices to ensure alignment on development timelines, approvals, and production readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on speed-to-market, process efficiency, and product innovation.
• Support Walmart line reviews, seasonal product launches, replenishment programs, and customer presentations as needed.
• Monitor market trends, competitive products, and Walmart category opportunities to identify product innovation and growth opportunities.
• Mentor and develop Product Development Associates and Coordinators as the team expands.
• Partner with Logistics, Planning, and Customer Operations teams to support successful product launches and delivery execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Product Development, Textile Science, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of apparel product development experience, preferably within men's apparel, underwear, basics, activewear, socks, or sleepwear.
• Experience supporting Walmart or other major mass retailers required.
• Strong knowledge of apparel development, sourcing, costing, manufacturing, and commercialization processes.
• Proven experience working directly with overseas factories and global sourcing teams.
• Ability to manage multiple product categories and high-volume programs simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of costing, margin management, and value engineering.
• Experience managing WIP reports, critical path calendars, and production timelines.
• Familiarity with Walmart systems, including Retail Link, SupplierOne, and NOVA, preferred.
• Experience with PLM systems and Microsoft Excel required.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with both internal and external partners.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with shifting priorities.

Ideal Background

PAY RATE: $95,000/yr-$115,000/yr

Company Benefits

• As a Delta Galil Associate, you’ll be part of a global fashion company that values innovation, craftsmanship, and people. We’re committed to offering comprehensive and competitive benefits that reflect our culture of care, creativity, and collaboration — but most importantly, benefits that fit you.
• Our diverse range of programs is designed to support your total well-being — empowering you to make the best choices for yourself, your loved ones, and your lifestyle.
• Below are a few of the benefits available to our Associates:
• Multi-brand merchandise discount, including Splendid, 7 For All Mankind, and PJ Salvage
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, as well as Basic Life/Voluntary Life/Disability/Critical Illness
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) Retirement Program with Company match and 529 College Savings Plan, as well as Tax-Advantage Health & Transit Accounts
• Personal and sick time off, vacation time, floating days, and company-observed holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off to dedicate your skills and time towards charitable activities
• From weekly breakfasts and monthly milestone celebrations to leadership-led panels, and, team-building events, we offer plenty of fun ways to connect—both in person and virtually