Freelance Assistant - Product Development, Women's Denim

TEMP POSITION TITLE:            Freelance Product Development Assistant – Women’s Denim

ASSIGNMENT CLARIFICATION:
This position/assignment is a temporary (HR to confirm specific range of dates.) You will be considered an employee of System One, our 3rd party partner of our contractor population, and/or of your specific freelance agency.

• POSITION SUMMARY:
• This role will support the Women’s Denim team on all aspects of the product lifecycle from concept to final development with direction from the category’s leader.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support for the Women’s Denim Bottoms design team from concept to design to final development
• Master knowledge of all styles, raw materials and trims related to Denim Bottoms
• Assist with the management of cross-functional communication between merchants, production, technical design and external vendors
• Manage all shipping, tracking, receiving, organizing and photographing  samples
• Create and update all tech packs in PLM and update them as needed
• Work with lead designer to facilitate comments and updates to PLM tech packs
• Create, prepare, and update visual line sheets as needed
• Assist with the preparation of presentation boards for seasonal/ milestone meetings
• Conduct design research as directed by department head
• Attend fit sessions as needed and facilitate comments into PLM and vendors
• Review lab dips, samples and submits with category leader and enter/send comments to vendors
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
• Web PLM experience is required
• Previous AE or Aerie experience is a plus!
• Proficient in Adobe (Photoshop, Illustrator) and Excel
• Comfortable working in an hybrid environment - mainly working in office several days a week with occasional remote work from home
• Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to multi task and prioritize based on business objectives
• Organized and detail oriented 

Pay/Benefits Information:

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service.  For additional information, please click here.
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.

American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) is a portfolio of unique, loved and enduring brands with merchandise assortments that consist of high-quality, on-trend apparel, intimates, activewear, accessories, and personal care products. AEO operates stores in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Hong Kong, and ships to approximately 80 countries worldwide through its websites. American Eagle and Aerie merchandise also is available at more than 300 international locations operated by licensees in approximately 30 countries. AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law. Applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.