RTW Product Development Associate

Founded in 2013 by Grace Na, Pistola is a Los Angeles-based brand built on luxury-level construction and a street-smart, utilitarian sensibility. As part of KNG (Pistola and Daze), we create premium, functional pieces designed to work as hard as the women who wear them. Our identity is rooted in a decade of evolution, consistently prioritizing quality and ease in every silhouette.

Position Overview:

The Product Development Coordinator is responsible for supporting the end-to-end development process from concept through production handoff. This role helps maintain calendars, track sample status, coordinate with vendors, and ensure accurate communication across design, tech, and production teams. The ideal candidate is highly organized, deadline-driven, and eager to grow within the product development function of a fashion-forward brand.

What You’ll Do:

• Track all prototypes- P1 and P2, SMS, and pre-production samples across multiple categories.
• Ensure timely receipt and organization of samples for fittings, reviews, and market meetings.
• Create and maintain sample tracking charts and update internal systems accordingly.
• Host and participate in weekly meetings with cross-functional partners- ensure agenda/topics is published in advance of meeting for effectiveness
• Communicate daily with overseas and domestic vendors on development timelines, sample requests, and revisions.
• Submit tech packs, artwork, and updates to vendors and follow up on pending developments.
• Monitor lab dips, strike-offs, trims, and fabric approvals and escalate delays when needed.
• Maintain seasonal development calendars and ensure all key deadlines are met.
• Schedule fit sessions, design reviews, and milestone meetings in coordination with cross-functional partners.
• Input and maintain accurate style information in PLM or internal tracking systems.
• Organize digital assets including reference images, fabric info, lab dips, and sample approvals.
• Partner closely with Design, Tech, and Production teams to keep development aligned and progressing.
• Assist with showroom and market preparations, including tagging, labeling, and organizing samples.
• Partner with Quality Control to ensure proper techniques/outcomes in regard to wash and design of garments.
• Create and maintain binder for proper production handoff
• Audit and/or check for compliance with all testing “care label” instructions
• Maintain proper margin targets with cost effective options.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Merchandising, Product Development, or related field
• 1–2 years of experience in product development, production, or a related role in the apparel industry focusing on Ready to Wear
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle and basic garment construction
• Experience with PLM systems or tracking tools (e.g., Excel, Illustrator, Google Suite)
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with ability to multitask and manage deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A positive, can-do attitude and a collaborative work style