Product Development Manager

American Tall

. Lead and optimize American Tall's end-to-end product development process .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeMississauga • CanadaSeniorLead💰 CA$95,000 - CA$110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in apparel product development, including garment construction, fabrics, and sourcing, while effectively leading and mentoring teams to achieve business objectives. Proficient in managing cross-functional projects and utilizing PLM and project management systems to enhance workflow and communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Apparel Product DevelopmentPeople LeadershipPLM Systems ExperienceProject Management SystemsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Garment ConstructionFabricsTrimsCostingSourcingInternational Manufacturing ProcessesCross-Functional Project ManagementSeasonal Development CalendarsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

MentoringCoachingOrganizational SkillsIssue ResolutionRelationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteExcelOutlookWFXCentricBackboneAsana

Industry Keywords

FashionApparelProduct DevelopmentMerchandisingTextile ManagementDirect-to-ConsumerRetailE-Commerce

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and optimize American Tall's end-to-end product development process
Ensure seasonal milestones, timelines, deliverables, quality standards, business objectives, and delivery expectations are achieved
Partner with Merchandising, Technical Design Management, and cross-functional teams to align priorities, resources, and execution
Review and approve seasonal development calendars and monitor adherence
Establish and maintain product development tracking, reporting, and workflow management tools
Anticipate and communicate development risks, challenges, and delays, implementing solutions to minimize business impact
Provide regular development updates, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership
Lead Product Development team members through feedback, one-on-one coaching, and mentorship
Balance workloads, allocate resources, support team performance, conduct performance reviews, and collaborate with HR on employee development, compensation recommendations, succession planning, and retention
Manage vacation schedules and departmental coverage
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture
Maintain ownership of PD Trackers, PLM processes, libraries, project workflows, and reporting requirements
Lead vendor development meetings and ensure communication and follow-through
Identify and implement SOPs to improve workflow, consistency, and visibility of styles throughout development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Fashion, Apparel, Product Development, Merchandising, Textile Management, Business, or a related field; equivalent industry experience will be considered
Minimum 7 years of experience in apparel Product Development, Product Management, Merchandising, or a related discipline
Minimum 5 years of people leadership, team management, or mentorship experience
Strong knowledge of apparel product development, garment construction, fabrics, trims, costing, sourcing, and international manufacturing processes
Experience working with offshore factories, global vendor partners, and international supply chains
Experience managing cross-functional projects and seasonal development calendars
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook
Experience with PLM systems such as WFX, Centric, Backbone, or equivalent platforms
Experience with project management systems such as Asana or similar workflow management tools
Direct-to-consumer, retail, or e-commerce apparel experience is considered an asset
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, issue resolution, and internal/external relationship management skills
Decisive and strategic leadership with a proven track record
Passion for mentoring, coaching, and training team members
Comprehensive knowledge of cross-functional responsibilities and the product creation timeline, from design through finished product
Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment
Ability to delegate and distribute work to meet goals

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthy Lunch Program (onsite only): Meals are $2 a day, with vegan and gluten free options; proceeds go to charity
Annual Performance Bonus
RRSP Matching
Comprehensive health benefits for single employees and families
Tuition reimbursement up to $1000 a year for courses taken outside of work
Generous vacation package with additional gifted days off
Professional headshots for new hires on site
Community engagement through philanthropic initiatives
Office celebrations and in-person social events
Flexible work hours
Referral Program with rewards
50% employee discount on the entire online collection
Employment accommodation during the recruitment process