Provide technical expertise during the product development phase to ensure samples meet WSI quality, construction, safety, performance, and testing requirements.
Partner closely with Product Development, Sourcing, Merchandising, QA, vendors, and global teams to support timely and accurate product execution.
Review product specifications, construction details, materials, finishes, dimensions, assembly methods, packaging inputs, and performance requirements.
Troubleshoot technical issues during sample development and recommend practical solutions to improve product quality, manufacturability, and consistency.
Conduct or coordinate in-house sample reviews and basic testing during development to identify material, finish, construction, or performance concerns.
Prepare and maintain accurate product data sheets, sample review forms, color/material panels, test results, technical callouts, and approval documentation...