Product Development Assistant - Torrid

At Torrid we're committed to cultivating a welcoming, inclusive and diverse culture driven by a focus on open dialogue, empowerment, recruiting, training, development and retention. We believe inclusion of diverse backgrounds and perspectives is fundamental to our success. 

Assists Product Development (PD) team throughout the development process, coordinating with PD/Tech team to ensure merchant's vision is achieved.

What You'll Do:

• Communicate daily with cross functional departments - Design, Merchandising, Technical Design and with Product Development team co-workers and supervisors
• Update weekly WIP reports for multiple seasons simultaneously to maintain accurate information that is used by cross-functional partners
• Track samples and approvals according to calendar due dates
• Follow the purchase order process for timeliness and accuracy
• Support department with administrative tasks
• Assist Production Manager in day to day functions including accurate record keeping
• Communicate via email with off-shore vendors/factories to make progress on product development events

What You'll Need:

• 1 to 2 years experience.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Have strong communication and organization skills, initiative and follow-up skills
• Able to handle multiple projects
• Knowledge of Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook

What You'll Get: 

• A culture where people are accepted and encouraged to be who they are.
• Our open floor plan allows for a creative, collaborative and fun environment.
• Competitive compensation, 401k with company matching contribution, plus potential to earn company performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive wellness package including, medical, dental, vision, FSA and on-site, chiropractic and massage therapy services as well as fitness and yoga classes.
• Generous 50% employee discount and access to employee-only sales.
• Support the causes you’re passionate about. We pay you up to 32 hours annually for volunteering your time in the community.
• Child Care Discount at participating locations.
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Aimed at helping employees address a variety of personal and family issues including legal financial consultations, mental health services and more.
• Work and learn alongside industry leading executives while making huge strides in impacting the lives of women.
• You’ll be challenged and grow. Opportunity for upward mobility available at all levels of the organization.

Pay range: 22.88 – 28.00

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