Apparel Production Systems Intern
St. Louis, MO
Product Development /
Intern /
Hybrid
Summersalt is looking for an Apparel Product Development Intern (Centric Product Lifecycle Management) to support the Product Development Team and Product Lifecycle Management System Specialist. This individual will take on day-to-day tasks that involve system data management, troubleshooting, and process enhancement.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
- Assist in the maintenance of the Product Lifecycle Management System.
- Aid in the creation and maintenance of product documentation, including new style builds, supplier requests/quotes and purchase orders.
- Sit in on fittings and garment evaluations.
- Support data entry, validation, and management within Product Lifecycle Management for the Product Development Team.
- Entering target financial data and assigning supplier quotes to SKUs.
- Entering show & tell data and ensuring accurate information on time.
- Troubleshoot Product Lifecycle Management System issues with the Product Lifecycle Management Specialist as they come through slack and email.
- Support ad-hoc projects and tasks related to Product Lifecycle Management and Product Development as assigned by the supervisor.
- Assist in timeline management and calendar creation within the Product Lifecycle Management System.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of Product Lifecycle Management processes and workflows.
- Assist in quality control inspections of Top of Production samples.
- Participate in Product Lifecycle Management System training sessions for users across various departments.
- Support in sourcing materials and trims for product samples as needed.
ABOUT YOU:
- Currently enrolled and attending an accredited college/university studying Product Development with an interest in system management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies (especially in the SaaS area) and processes.
- Strong organizational skills and excellent follow-through.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Google Suite.
- Flexible to changing demands with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced business environment.
- Ability to proactively manage issues and problem solve.
- Excellent communication skills; verbal, written and interpersonal.
- We’re masters of prioritization. You can pivot and shift priorities with complete flexibility. Regardless of when distractions arise, your time management and resource planning skills keep everything running smoothly.
- We’re collaborative: You champion diverse backgrounds, perspectives and opinions. You believe that the greatest success comes from a collaborative team effort.
- We’re communicative—even when it’s hard. You’re direct and considerate in an effort to achieve the best possible outcome. Your feedback is always intentional, constructive, and to move the business forward.
- We streamline efficiency: You have a passion for automation and improving efficiency whenever there’s an opportunity.
- We move at warp speed: You quickly absorb new information, skills, and responsibilities. Learning (really) fast and embracing unpredictability is a must.
ABOUT SUMMERSALT:
Summersalt is a generation-defining apparel brand, providing wardrobe essentials for women who are going places. Summersalt launched in 2017 with swimwear made from recycled materials at a $95 price point — designer quality swimwear without the designer price tag. Since then, we’ve launched additional categories including loungewear, knitwear, sleepwear and activewear. Summersalt pieces are modern, sophisticated and fun, with an impeccable data-backed fit based on millions of measurements from over 10,000 women. In the few short years since our founding, Summersalt has built a loyal following of customers, influencers and celebrities, while garnering praise from leading fashion media including ELLE, Vogue and People.
This role is a unique opportunity to join a well-funded, close-knit team that is redefining the apparel and swimwear categories and at the forefront of e-commerce, design and brand innovation. Sustainability, inclusivity and diversity are core tenants of the brand, and we work hard to inspire joy through our products and every interaction with the customer. If you want to be a part of a diverse, hardworking and fast-paced team filled with motivated and thoughtful people, please consider applying.
Summersalt champions diverse backgrounds, perspectives and opinions. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Summersalt is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We hire the most qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, parental status, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or any other status protected under applicable federal, state and local laws. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are committed to fostering diversity across our organization. Please note that candidates will be asked to consent to a pre-employment background check. This will be conducted to ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
