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Founding Sales Leader / Account Executive (Full-Cycle)

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APPLY HERE: : In-Person Only, Chattanooga TN (with frequent travel to factories)

Compensation: $100,000+ base + Unlimited OTE

Equity: TBD

Company Website: ⸻

What We Do

AI Automation for Manufacturing.

We help factories eliminate paper, manual data entry, and disconnected systems, replacing them with intelligent workflows that learn directly from the factory floor.

Our software connects machines, ERPs, and people in real time, turning tribal knowledge, production data, and quality workflows into systems that run smoother, faster, and smarter.

Factories today still run on whiteboards, spreadsheets, and tribal knowledge. Harmony turns those processes into AI-powered workflows that actually execute the work.

Backed by the founders of HubSpot, Typeform, Apollo, Hustle Fund, Brickyard, and more.

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Our Mission

We are here to reindustrialize America.

That means bringing world-class technology back to the factory floor, empowering operators, restoring pride in American manufacturing, and helping people do their best work again.

We believe great companies are built by great people, together, in person.

We train together, eat together, and build products that move the needle for real industries and real people.

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About the Role

This is a Founding Account Executive role (full-cycle sales).

You will work directly with the founder every day to help build the sales engine for Harmony from the ground up.

This is not a traditional SaaS AE role.

Our sales process involves deep research, cold outreach, factory visits, relationship building with owners and operators, and closing complex deals that transform how factories run.

You will be responsible for the entire sales process, including:

• Building your own pipeline

• Prospecting and outreach

• Running demos

• Nurturing relationships

• Visiting factories in person

• Closing deals

We move fast and we do things that do not scale. We cold call. We show up at factories. We send custom gifts. We meet operators on the floor.

You will help define how Harmony sells to manufacturers and help build the company’s go-to-market playbook.

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Do Not Apply If You

1. Will not relocate to Chattanooga, TN

2. Are unwilling to work in person and put in long hours

3. Are not comfortable cold calling and building pipeline yourself

4. Are unwilling to travel to factories

5. Do not want to help rebuild American manufacturing

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What You’ll Do

Own the Full Sales Cycle

• Generate pipeline through cold outreach, referrals, events, and creative outbound

• Research and identify manufacturing companies that are strong fits for Harmony

• Use tools to source leads

• Run discovery calls and product demos

• Build relationships with operators, plant managers, and owners

• Travel to factories to understand operations and close deals in person

• Manage deals from first conversation through signed contract

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Build Pipeline from Scratch

This is a true founding sales role.

You will help build the pipeline engine for Harmony by:

• Cold calling manufacturing companies

• Sending thoughtful outbound emails and LinkedIn messages

• Creating personalized outreach campaigns

• Attending manufacturing events and trade shows

• Visiting factories and meeting owners directly

We believe the best deals are built through real relationships, not just Zoom calls.

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Work Directly With the Founders

You will work with the founder daily to:

• Refine messaging

• Improve the demo

• Identify ideal customers

• Close strategic deals

• Develop the sales playbook

This role will have a huge impact on how the company grows.

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Help Build Partner Channels

Manufacturing software is often sold through partners.

You will help establish relationships with:

• ERP providers

• Manufacturing consultants

• Systems integrators

• Industry advisors

These partnerships will become an important source of pipeline and distribution for Harmony.

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Preferred Qualifications

These are not strict requirements, but candidates with this background will ramp faster.

• Experience selling to manufacturers or industrial companies

• Full-cycle closing experience from prospecting through close

• Experience selling high-ticket B2B software or hardware

• Familiarity with manufacturing operations, supply chains, or factory environments

• Experience selling ERP, MES, production software, automation, or industrial technology

• Comfortable conducting on-site customer visits and factory walkthroughs

• Strong outbound experience including cold calling, cold email, and creative prospecting

• Experience using tools such as:

 • LinkedIn Sales Navigator

 • Wiza

 • HubSpot

 • Apollo

• Experience working in early-stage startups

• Experience working closely with founders on GTM strategy

• Entrepreneurial mindset and comfort operating in high-ownership environments

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Success Metrics

Success in this role will be measured by both revenue outcomes and foundational GTM progress.

Revenue and Pipeline

• Consistently build and manage a strong outbound pipeline

• Generate qualified opportunities with manufacturing companies

• Close high-value deals with factory operators, executives, and ownership teams

• Maintain a healthy pipeline that supports long-term revenue growth

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Customer Impact

• Build strong relationships with operators, plant managers, and manufacturing leaders

• Successfully run discovery calls, demos, and factory walkthroughs

• Help customers clearly understand the operational value of Harmony

• Contribute to customer wins that become referenceable success stories

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GTM Development

• Help refine Harmony’s sales messaging and positioning

• Identify patterns in successful deals and ideal customers

• Improve demos, discovery questions, and deal strategy

• Contribute to building repeatable outbound strategies for selling to factories

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Market Expansion

• Identify new opportunities across manufacturing verticals

• Help establish relationships with industry partners such as ERP providers, consultants, and systems integrators

• Contribute ideas that improve how Harmony reaches and sells to manufacturers

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Culture and Perks

• In-person only, full-time in Chattanooga TN with frequent travel to factories and customer sites

• Weekly team dinners to build connection and community

• Gym, sauna, and cold plunge access plus a personal trainer three times per week

• High-equity compensation

• Work directly with the founder every day with full ownership

• High-trust, high-intensity environment built on craft, speed, and impact

The ideal candidate will have experience directing a plant or production facility's overall operations. They will sets and implement policies and procedures that guide plant operations' productivity, quality, and cost efficiency. Utilizes operational metrics to analyze productivity and set performance targets to achieve production goals. Develops and deploys manufacturing practices focused on quality and continuous improvement. Develops and implements plant safety and security inspections, auditing, and training procedures to meet OSHA and other required regulations. Collaborates with multi-functional plant teams, including finance, engineering, materials, quality assurance, and human resources. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Lead the factory production and support teams (direct line and dotted line staff, including direct labour, indirect labour, and temporary employees) for daily execution of the production plan.
• Ensure that the factory plays an integral role in maintaining stocks (working with the supply chain team) to supply timely inventory and meet customer/sales needs.
• Provide robust people leadership across the factory, including both those with direct line factory responsibilities, as well as dotted line support functions of HR, Finance, QA, and IT.
• Provide quality stewardship of our products and their quality attributes with efficient delivery to ensure customer satisfaction. Collaborate with Commercial and Technical/R&D functions to ensure product quality and service.
• Ensure effective Supply management evaluation and business inputs on cost, capacity, assets, and the supply chain plans to ensure a feasibility “Voice of Supply” is reflected. Influence others in central functions and partner departments on both current and new product initiatives in support of growth and earnings strategies. This includes mfg. evaluation of the factory product portfolio, impact on complexity costs & SKU discontinuations.
• Lead the Operations employees by coaching, mentoring, and training to ensure the deliverables of manufacturing are met. Ensure communications to team members about the business and site performance, capital additions, capacity expansions and business processes as needed.
• Provide direct support for the factory operating system, safety, discreet production scheduling, materials ordering and expediting, local raw and FGS inventory management, shipping/receiving, and application/usage of business systems. Provide indirect support for QA/QC audits/inspections, finance cost controls, HR, business planning process inputs and local IT.
• Be a member of the Operations Leadership Team / staff member.
• Identify and evaluate financial labour and efficiency opportunities and recommend solutions that will drive overall cost reductions and labour management to continuously improve the factory P&L
• Drive timelines for efficiency improvement, establish priority projects and other initiatives for the plant and share/establish best practices across factories for CI.
• Develop factory cost/financial targets, standards and tracking for produced goods (waste/NQC, inventory and cash delivery, operational costs/tonne, etc.)
• Develop and maintain factory KPI’s and cost roadmaps, including routine, periodic metric dashboards. Through Site IE’s, set standards for the factory performance, capacity, and cost CI.
• Provide local factory technical support as part of the leadership team in support of projects and asset maintenance for both current business and integration of new capital/capacity investments. Being a steward for all site assets (infrastructure and equipment).
• Own site safety controls and traffic systems to ensure both people and product safety, including site security and overall capability of the site.
• Collaborate with production and supporting departments to ensure the safety and quality of our products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business Management. Master’s in Supply Chain Management, Business, Industrial or other Engineering discipline preferred. MBA or advanced Supply Chain or International Business also preferred.

Experience: 7-10 years of experience in Operations Management. 2-5 years of experience in Engineering or Technical Manager. 2-5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering or Activity Management.

Primary Objective

Lead and oversee prefab/modular construction projects from initial design coordination through factory production, transportation, on-site installation, and final handover — ensuring delivery on time, within budget, to quality/safety standards, while maximizing the efficiency advantages of prefabrication.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Pre-Construction Phase

• Collaborate with clients and manufacturers to review/optimize designs for manufacturability and modular breakdown.
• Develop detailed project schedules that align factory production timelines with site readiness and installation sequencing.
• Prepare and manage budgets, including off-site fabrication costs, transportation, craneage, and on-site assembly.
• Identify and mitigate risks specific to prefab (tolerances, module interfaces, weather-independent production vs. site delays).

2. Coordination of Off-Site Fabrication

• Act as primary liaison between the construction firm and the prefab/modular manufacturing facility.
• Monitor factory production progress, review shop drawings, BIM models, and QA/QC processes in the plant.
• Manage change orders and design revisions to minimize factory re-work.
• Ensure modules meet specifications, building codes, and client requirements before release from factory.

3. Logistics & Transportation Management

• Plan and coordinate module transportation (permits, routing, escorts for oversize loads, timing to avoid site conflicts).
• Schedule deliveries to align with site staging and crane availability.

4. On-Site Installation & Assembly Oversight

• Supervise module setting, walls, and panels to make sure schedule is maintained
• Coordinate subcontractors/trades for on-site integration (foundations, slabs, envelope closures).
• Manage site logistics, crane operations, and temporary facilities during module erection.

5. Budget, Cost Control & Financial Management

• Track costs across factory production, transport, and field installation.
• Approve invoices, manage change orders, and forecast cash flow.
• Achieve or improve target gross margins by reducing waste, rework, and schedule slippage.

6. Schedule Management & Progress Tracking

• Maintain and update master project schedule.
• Conduct regular progress meetings (factory, site, client).
• Proactively address delays (weather, supply chain, design changes).

7. Quality Assurance, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to building codes, modular certification standards, and local regulations.
• Oversee safety programs at both factory and site (often different protocols).
• Manage inspections, testing, and commissioning of prefab components and final building systems.

8. Communication Management

• Serve as main point of contact for owners/clients, architects, engineers, and the plant.
• Provide regular status reports and forecasts.
• Lead project meetings and resolve conflicts between factory, transport, and field teams.

9. Project Closeout

• Coordinate final inspections and punch lists
• Manage as-built documentation, warranties, and handover.
• Conduct post-project review to capture lessons learned for future prefab projects.
• Required Qualifications & Experience (Typical)
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management.
• 5–10+ years in construction project management, with at least 3–5 years specifically in prefabricated, modular, or off-site construction.
• Proven track record delivering prefab/modular projects
• Strong knowledge of BIM coordination, tolerances in modular systems, and interface detailing.
• Familiarity with transportation regulations for oversize loads and crane/lifting operations.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Excellent coordination across distributed teams (factory + field).
• Strong understanding of lean construction principles applied to prefab.
• Proficiency in project management software (Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Revit, etc.) and scheduling tools.
• Risk identification and mitigation specific to modular workflows.
• Negotiation skills (with manufacturers, subcontractors, and clients).
• Leadership and conflict resolution in high-pressure, multi-trade environments.

Supply Chain Manager – FS x New Balance

Location: San Clemente, CA & Oceanside, CA (Hybrid)

Company Overview

FutureStitch is a fully vertical circular manufacturer that believes business should be a force for good. We are the creators behind some of the world’s most beloved sock and circular-knit products, including those for Stance, New Balance, the NBA, and MLB. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation—from our lab at MIT to our Oceanside factory that employs second-chance hires, FutureStitch is recognized as one of the most advanced knitting manufacturers in the world.

In 2026, FutureStitch will launch a global base layer collection for New Balance and unveil a groundbreaking new brand: SECONDS

SECONDS is a regenerative design collective built on the power of second chances—for both people and the planet. We transform waste into feedstock through advanced recycling and circular manufacturing technologies, creating apparel and accessories that merge craftsmanship, performance, and sustainability. Our global network of creative directors from high fashion and visionary technologists collaborates across multiple categories to build systems of renewal—products that don’t just look good but do good, redefining how beauty and utility emerge from what was once discarded.

As we expand from high-quality socks into full apparel categories, we are looking for a Supply Chain Manager who thrives in dynamic, hands-on environments and shares our passion for excellence and purpose-driven products.

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Manager will serve as the operational bridge connecting FutureStitch to our manufacturing network in Mexico, China, Cambodia, and Oceanside, CA. This individual will ensure raw material flow, supplier compliance, production alignment, and timely delivery across all manufacturing partners to meet distribution needs on a global scale with a razor-sharp emphasis on cost and margin.

In preparation for our apparel expansion, the Supply Chain Manager will also develop end-to-end processes supporting seamless cut-and-sew operations—from yarn sourcing through finished goods delivery with an emphasis on scale, quality, and value while facilitating product innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute production for circular-knit socks and emerging apparel categories across multiple global factories.
• Act as the key cost and margin negotiator for all developments across all categories focusing on efficient use of materials and economies of scale.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with design, development, sales, and demand planning to ensure efficient and accurate production allocation and execution.
• Oversee all stages of the supply chain—raw materials, manufacturing, transportation, and logistics—to achieve on-time, in-full delivery.
• Analyze product characteristics, raw material composition, and factory capabilities to generate accurate landed costing, set realistic yet ambitious targets, and drive continuous cost and efficiency improvements across the supplier base.
• Collaborate with sales, finance, and product development teams to evaluate new designs, optimize specifications, and align costing forecasts, enabling data-driven business decisions and margin management.
• Partner with demand/supply planning teams to evaluate forecasted demand against factory time constraints, manufacturing capabilities, and capacity; optimize factory allocation and scheduling to meet project delivery dates.
• Collaborate with IT and operations teams to build and manage real-time supply chain dashboards and reporting tools that enhance visibility and decision making.
• Develop and implement vendor scorecards to assess performance, quality, and cost metrics across manufacturing partners.
• Lead factory compliance efforts, ensuring all partner facilities meet and maintain industry certifications such as WRAP and conduct ongoing audits.
• Build resilient, scalable supply chain systems that can support growth into new product categories and manufacturing geographies.
• Negotiate best in class pricing and payment terms.

Key Outcomes

• Q2 2026: Optimize all sourcing / costing for New Balance base layer to achieve gross margin targets and partner with Operations and Product teams to implement and maintain detailed BOM level cost sheets by supplier and incoterms.
• Q2 2026: Evaluate current state of supply chain and deploy a sourcing and production strategy and standard processes with 3-year roadmap based on sales / margin targets
• Q3 2026: Expand sock sources by 2 through in-depth value assessment and negotiate prices below current FOBs
• Q3 2026: Connect all suppliers into ERP for visibility and proper capacity planning and consistent automated WIP tracking updates.
• Q4 2026: Drive overall gross margins by 200 basis points

Experience and Skills

• Master at cost / margin / value negotiations with supplier through analytics / accountability.
• 5+ years in supply chain, production, or manufacturing operations, preferably in textiles or apparel.
• Proven experience managing factory relationships across multiple countries.
• Strong understanding of raw material management, logistics, and production planning.
• Hands-on experience in factory or on-site production environments.
• Strong documentation skills to be used to build SOP frameworks and standardize workflows.
• Data-fluent with the ability to create and interpret metrics, dashboards, and production reports.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-directed leader who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative, and mission-driven settings.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly to partner factories in Asia and Latin America.

Do you have a passion for pop culture? Do you binge watch the latest Netflix series in one sitting? Are your bookcases filled with collectible vinyl figures? Then CultureFly might be the place for you! Come join the swarm!

As our portfolio of collectibles and toys expands, the Toy & Collectibles team is in need of additional support. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Production & Development Coordinator to support the development, sampling, and production of new toy and collectible formats. This role sits at the intersection of creative development and manufacturing execution, working closely with internal teams and overseas factory partners—primarily in China—to ensure projects stay on schedule, on budget, and aligned with quality expectations.

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys managing multiple moving parts, translating creative ideas into manufacturable products, and maintaining clear communication across time zones.

Responsibilities Include:

· Coordinate the end-to-end development process for new toy and collectible concepts, from initial idea through approved samples.

· Manage sample requests, revisions, approvals, and timelines across multiple product formats.

· Track iterations of tooling, materials, colors, finishes, and packaging during development.

· Ensure development aligns with design intent, safety standards, and cost targets.

· Serve as the primary point of contact with overseas factories for assigned projects.

· Communicate clear development briefs, timelines, and expectations to factory partners.

· Follow up regularly to ensure factories remain on task and on schedule.

· Review factory feedback, flag risks, and propose solutions to keep projects moving forward.

· Monitor critical milestones (samples, tooling, pre-production, production readiness).

· Identify potential delays early and work with internal teams and factories to resolve them.

· Coordinate internal approvals across design, brand, and leadership.

Requirements:

• 2–5 years of experience in production coordination, product development, or sourcing—preferably in toys, collectibles, consumer products, or hardgoods.

• Experience working with overseas factories, especially in China.

• Strong understanding of product development and sampling workflows.

• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.

• Comfortable working across time zones and with cross-functional teams.

• Proficiency with project tracking tools (Excel, Google Sheets, Airtable, or similar).

• Positive “Can Do” attitude

• Authorized to work in the US

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000

Do you have a passion for pop culture? Do you binge watch the latest Netflix series in one sitting? Are your bookcases filled with collectible vinyl figures? Then CultureFly might be the place for you! Come join the swarm!

As our portfolio of collectibles and toys expands, the Toy & Collectibles team is in need of additional support. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Production & Development Coordinator to support the development, sampling, and production of new toy and collectible formats. This role sits at the intersection of creative development and manufacturing execution, working closely with internal teams and overseas factory partners—primarily in China—to ensure projects stay on schedule, on budget, and aligned with quality expectations.

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys managing multiple moving parts, translating creative ideas into manufacturable products, and maintaining clear communication across time zones.

 Responsibilities Include:

· Manage the end-to-end development sampling process for new toy and collectible concepts, from initial idea through 3D stages and final sample approval

· Establish and maintain timelines & proper WIPs for each development and production order

· Serve as the primary point of contact with overseas factories for assigned projects.

· Review POs and guide external vendors in correct shipping and packing methods for each retailer

· Manage sample requests, revisions, approvals, and timelines across multiple product formats.

· Track iterations of 3D, tooling, material sampling, colors, finishes, and packaging during development.

· Ensure development aligns with design intent, safety standards, and cost targets.

· Communicate clear development briefs, timelines, and expectations to factory partners.

· Follow up regularly to ensure factories and internal teams remain on task and on schedule.

· Review factory feedback, flag risks, and propose solutions to keep projects moving forward.

· Monitor critical milestones (samples, tooling, pre-production, production readiness).

· Identify potential delays early and work with internal teams and factories to resolve them.

· Coordinate internal approvals across design, brand, and leadership.

Requirements:

• 5-7 years of experience in production, project management, product development, or sourcing—preferably in toys, collectibles, consumer products, or hardgoods.

• Experience working with overseas factories, especially in China.

• Strong communication skills, able to oversee cross-functional team projects

• Strong understanding of product development and sampling workflows.

• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with project tracking tools (Excel, Google Sheets, Airtable, or similar).

• Positive “Can Do” attitude

• Authorized to work in the US

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000

The Product Development Coordinator supports the Product Development team in executing the seasonal product development process for Apparel and Gift. This role assists with sample development, factory communication related to sampling, development documentation, and product approvals to ensure each collection moves smoothly from concept to production-ready product. 

The Product Development Coordinator works closely with Design, Planning, and Production teams to ensure development timelines are met and product specifications are accurate prior to production. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Product Development Execution 

• Support the Product Development Manager in executing seasonal development based on target SKU counts provided by Planning. 
• Assist with sending specs and tech packs to factories for quoting and sampling. 
• Coordinate sample development and track sampling progress with factories. 
• Execute against established product development timelines, ensuring all assigned tasks and milestones are completed on time. 

Factory Communication & Sample Management 

• Communicate with factories regarding sample requests, development timelines, and sample revisions. 
• Track sample status and follow up with factories to ensure timely progress. 
• Coordinate development feedback and revisions with the Product Development Manager and Design team. 
• Support sample review and approval processes. 

Development Documentation & Cross-Functional Coordination 

• Create and maintain Development WIP documents for Apparel and Gift categories. 
• Ensure development stages and updates are documented and communicated internally. 
• Proof product documentation including specs, catalogs, and line sheets for accuracy. 
• Ensure product details align with approved development specifications. 
• Partner with Design, Planning, and Production teams to ensure smooth transition from development to production. 

Success in This Role: 

• Accurate and organized development documentation 
• On-time sample coordination and approvals 
• Strong communication with factories and internal teams 
• Clean and efficient handoff from development to production 

Simkhai is searching for a Product Development Assistant to support the product development team in managing trim and lining sourcing, maintaining product data systems, and coordinating factory communications to ensure accurate and timely product development across all collections.

Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain seasonal WIPs for each collection
• Track all incoming packages from factories at trial, proto, and sms stage
• Provide data entry support for all WIPs
• Create and maintain all trim and lining logs used in all Collections for Design and Tech
• Create and maintain reference sample catalogues of all trim and linings used in the Collections
• Coordinate the sourcing of all linings and trims supplied by the factories
• Update linelists with all trim and lining information for each Collection
• Attend all hand off meetings to ensure all trim information on linelists are complete with article numbers and colors
• Responsible to create and update styles in Apparel Magic.
• Create and update factory SMS po’s seasonally
• Update all collection data revisions in Apparel Magic
• Work with factories in sourcing seasonal trims and fabric qualities needed in collection development.
• Support the development process in tracking and receiving packages.
• Steam all incoming SMS before showroom pass off
• Create and prepare any PD shipping packages to factories
• Assist the team in facilitating day-to-day task and provide team support

Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of 1-2 Years of PD experience
• Must have undergraduate degree
• Must have experience working with overseas factories
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must have strong interpersonal skills for building working relationships within teams
• Must have strong time management and organizational skills to establish priorities and meet specific deadlines.
• Must have advanced computer skills including Excel, Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint
• Must have ability to work in a global, multi-cultural environment
• Must have passion for RTW product cycle
• Must be self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency
• Must have knowledge in garment construction/engineering

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k) and PTO. Additionally, we offer a generous clothing allowance and 50% employee discount off retail.

About Us:

SIMKHAI designs for the elevated everyday with innovative techniques and timeless craftsmanship.

Founded in 2010 by designer Jonathan Simkhai, the studio takes inspiration from architects and sculptors alike, blending progressive construction techniques with intimate hand-detailing to create truly special garments and lifestyle design.

A 2015 winner of the prestigious CFDA/ Vogue Fashion Fund, the studio has earned recognition for its original silhouettes, quality constructions, and timeless elegance.

SIMKHAI continues to nurture an inspired creative community around the brand’s home in Los Angeles, sharing their designs and stories with women around the world who live artful, unapologetic lives.

The Sr. Product Development Coordinator supports and executes the seasonal product development process for Apparel and Gift, owning key aspects of development from concept through production readiness. This role is responsible for managing sample development, driving factory communication, maintaining accurate development documentation, and ensuring product readiness aligns with timelines and margin expectations.

The Sr. Product Development Coordinator partners closely with Design, Planning, and Production to ensure development milestones are achieved, product specifications are accurate, and collections are delivered on time and ready for production.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Development Execution

•        Own execution of seasonal development for assigned product categories based on target SKU counts provided by Planning

•        Send specs and tech packs to factories for quoting and sampling, ensuring clarity and completeness

•        Manage sample development from initial request through final approval

•        Proactively track and drive development timelines, ensuring milestones are met and risks are identified early

Factory Communication & Sample Management

•        Serve as a primary point of contact for factories during the development process

•        Communicate sample requests, timelines, and revisions clearly and consistently

•        Follow up with factories to ensure on-time sample delivery and resolve delays or issues

•        Partner with Design and Product Development leadership to manage feedback and revisions

•        Lead sample review coordination and support approval decision-making

Development Documentation & Cross-Functional Coordination

•        Own and maintain Development WIP documents across Apparel and Gift categories

•        Ensure all development stages, updates, and changes are accurately documented and communicated

•        Review and validate product documentation including specs, catalogs, and line sheets for accuracy and completeness

•        Ensure product details align with approved specifications prior to production handoff

•        Partner cross-functionally to ensure a seamless transition from development to production

Success in This Role

•        Proactive ownership of development timelines and deliverables

•        Strong and consistent factory communication with minimal follow-up required

•        High level of accuracy in development documentation and product details

•        Ability to manage multiple styles and deadlines simultaneously

•        Smooth, efficient handoff from development to production with minimal errors or rework

Qualifications

•        2–5+ years of experience in product development, production, or a related role

•        Experience working with overseas factories and managing sample timelines

•        Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

•        High attention to detail and accuracy

•        Proficiency in Excel and development tracking tools preferred

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As an Automation Systems Engineering team member, you will be responsible for delivering manufacturing automation & digital solutions to maximize the operational efficiency of our factory and program customers. The core responsibilities of this role are the development and deployment of software and operations technology infrastructure (sensors, equipment connectivity, smart tools, data systems) that support factory operations. 

What You Will Do

• Collaborate across functions to deliver Operations Technology solutions
• ·Develop custom software applications for factory customers (primarily built using Ignition platform)
• Connect the factory floor with modern applications to produce new data streams (equipment connectivity, sensor integration, smart tool deployment, etc.)
• Adapt and configure common applications and commercial software to meet customer needs
• Data extraction, management, and processing to produce meaningful visualizations and metrics
• Contribute to the overall manufacturing technology strategy for the factory

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations
• Experience with automation mechanisms, controls, robotics, and/or vision systems.
• Experience in software development using a combination of tools such as Ignition, SQL, Python, C#, .NET, HTML5.
• Experience diagnosing hardware and network-related issues effectively.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required PRIOR to START DATE (Interim or Active) . U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proficiency with Azure DevOps (or any other DevOps platform)
• Proficiency in using version control systems like Git
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
• Understanding of automation technologies such as robots, PLCs, vision systems, SCADA systems, HMI, etc.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and services, such as AWS and Azure, to effectively leverage our internal XetaCloud platform.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess requirements and benchmark solutions.
• Active DOD Secret Clearance

What We Offer

What We Offer • Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

This position is NOT eligible for relocation

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RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is based on merit, innovation and excellence We embrace individuality of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more innovative world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. ONSITE: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. This position involves direct support of manufacturing activities and requires spending significant amounts of time in and around factory areas.

This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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