Kaitlin Steffen

Led end-to-end product development across menswear, womenswear, and accessories. Managed styles from concept through product approval, including development of materials, trims, and construction to ensure quality, performance, and alignment with design intent. Created and managed tech packs (BOMs, specs/MMC, care labels, and packaging details). Executed fit-in-ints through fit sessions to maintain consistency across categories. Oversaw overseas sample approvals across fabrics, trims, color, and finishes for production readiness. Conducted wash testing to evaluate material performance and durability. Partnered with factory vendors to resolve construction issues and maintain development timelines. Maintained accurate product data and documentation within PLM systems (WFX, Centric-equivalent) including style tracking.

Provided leadership for product development and design execution across categories and seasons, managing full product lifecycle from concept to production. Improved on-time delivery through reviews and approvals of garment construction, fit, and quality to ensure consistency with brand standards. Implemented process improvements to increase efficiency and streamline workflows. Collaborated with sourcing and production teams to balance design intent, cost, and manufacturability. Ensured development documentation accuracy within PLM systems.

Owned end-to-end product development across menswear, womenswear, and accessories. Led development of materials, trims, and construction; created tech packs including BOMs, specs (MMC), care labels, and packaging details. Executed fit sessions to drive consistency across categories and handled overseas sample approvals for production readiness. Performed wash testing for durability and partnered with factory vendors to resolve construction issues and keep development timelines on track. Managed product data and documentation in PLM systems.