Product Development Manager (Lingerie & Swimwear) - China
About the Company
Our client is a globally recognized OEM & ODM group specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of high-quality lingerie and swimwear. With a strong international footprint and partnerships with leading global brands, they are known for innovation, craftsmanship, and speed-to-market excellence.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Product Development Manager (Lingerie & Swimwear) with a strong foundation in undergarment and swimwear design. This role is ideal for a commercially driven professional who combines creative sensibility with deep product development expertise, ensuring products are not only well-executed but also market-relevant and commercially successful.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end product development across intimate apparel and swimwear categories
- Translate design concepts, trends, and customer briefs into commercially viable, saleable products
- Partner closely with design, merchandising, technical, and production teams to ensure seamless execution
- Manage the full development lifecycle, from concept, sampling, fitting to final production
- Ensure product quality, fit, pricing, and construction meet both client expectations and market demands
- Drive product decisions with a strong understanding of consumer trends, price positioning, and sell-through potential
- Collaborate directly with global clients, providing development solutions and product recommendations
- Source and develop innovative fabrics, trims, and construction techniques aligned with market needs
- Monitor timelines and proactively resolve development challenges to meet critical deadlines
- Support and guide design teams to align creativity with commercial objectives and manufacturability
Job Requirements
- Proven experience in product development within intimate apparel and/or swimwear
- Strong understanding of garment construction, fit, materials, and manufacturing processes
- Demonstrated knowledge of commercialization, with the ability to develop products that are market-ready and sellable
- Strong awareness of consumer trends, pricing strategies, and what drives sell-through in global markets
- Background in design is highly preferred, with the ability to translate concepts into technical execution
- Experience working in an OEM/ODM or supplier environment is strongly preferred
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance design vision, cost, and profitability
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop and familiarity with tech pack development
- Experience working with international clients and managing communication across regions
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under tight timelines
- Good communication skills in English and Mandarin Chinese
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