Sr. Product Developer

Development · Rigby, Idaho

Essential Function

The Senior Product Development position is responsible for helping drive continuity between multiple team members and their products within a product category to ensure fit, function, performance, and quality are consistent with a customer’s expectations. They oversee their team’s progress of development for all aspects of the product starting from initial design to production prototype. They heavily focus on process implementation and maintenance, innovation, and mentorship.

Benefits & Perks

In addition to the great brand, team, and culture that we have at (Klim/509), here are some additional perks and benefits of working at Teton Outfitters:

• - Vehicle use program: Snowmobiles, ORV (ATV, RZR, or Ranger) and Indian Motorcycles - Polaris provides programs that allow employees to purchase or use company products.
• - Big company discounts for Klim, 509, and Polaris.
• - Health benefits include dental, vision, prescription, HSA, life & disability insurance.
• - 401 K contribution matching up at 5%
• - Paid holidays
• - Immediate PTO available with 2 weeks of annual vacation accrual
• - Annual profit-sharing bonus
• - Relocation assistance available

Duties and responsibilities – Focus on consistency of product process, quality, and customer expectation. Has knowledge and skill set to be able to support where needed and is able to lead a team.

• - Understands PLM system and how to audit reports used to drive consistency
• - Reinforces proper processes and standards of construction, compliance, operations, and system requirements
• - Aware of all stage gates and their associated deliverables

o    Actively prepares team to have all inputs prepared for meetings

• - Gives input on opportunities for improvement, process change, or gives feedback on addressing roadblocks
• - Explores innovation techniques

o    They are working to get prototypes or samples of innovation that can be refined prior to implementing in the product line

• - Able to assist with process writing as requested by Development Manager
• - Takes lead on special projects as needed
• - Approves all Production documentation for their product category
• - Recommends construction, material, or manufacturing suggestions to meet target sample costs. They are proficient in executing pre-costing exercises. Manages costing within PLM System.
• - Uses industry experience to provide ideas for improved construction, materials, or components to enhance functionality, aesthetics and fit.
• - Is comfortable sharing knowledge in the form of training others
• - Proactive about efficiently arranging meetings with other product team members to meet stage gate deliverables.
• - Adheres to product/seasonal timelines
• - Works with Production and QC teams to help resolve problems within production
• - Has a focus on data integrity within PLM system
• - Assigns workload to reports based on the abilities of the team
• - Able to give professional feedback to employees in the form of an annual and mid-year review
• - Travel (International and Domestic) required

Qualifications

• - Able to lead a group of people while reinforcing a positive work environment
• - Understands manufacturing processes as it relates to product development
• - Strong sewing skills and understanding of construction
• - Excels in project management
• - Can easily express ideas in a group setting
• - Has leadership skills
• - Adheres to deadlines
• - Meticulous in data keeping
• - Highly organized
• - Must be flexible to a changing work environment

Education/Experience

Bachelors’ Degree in Technical Design or equivalent experience in related area with 7+ years’ experience. Computer skills required in Adobe Illustrator and MS Office. Experience in complex construction such as insulated or seam sealed items is a plus.

Klim is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Essential Functions

The Apparel Designer determines style, material, and color directions based on input from the customer, merchandising, sales, marketing, development and sourcing staff.  Keeps abreast of fashion trends and consumer needs, and supports the integrity of the lines/brands and the goals of the company.  Produces design sketches and makes seasonal presentations of product designs.  Reviews all styles for construction, silhouette, fit and trim details, and approves quality of factory samples. 3+ year’s experience in a Lifestyle brand, preferably a brand with heavy direct to consumer presence.

Benefits & Perks

In addition to the great brand, team, and culture that we have at (Klim/509), here are some additional perks and benefits of working at Teton Outfitters:

• - Vehicle use program: Snowmobiles, ORV (ATV, RZR, or Ranger) and Indian Motorcycles - Polaris provides programs that allow employees to purchase or use company products.
• - Big company discounts for Klim, 509, and Polaris.
• - Health benefits include dental, vision, prescription, HSA, life & disability insurance.
• - 401 K contribution matching up at 5%
• - Paid holidays
• - Immediate PTO available with 2 weeks of annual vacation accrual
• - Annual profit-sharing bonus
• - Relocation assistance available

Duties & Responsibilities

• - Responsible for the cohesiveness of assigned product categories.
• - Design a given number of products per season as well as managing carry- overs for assigned collections.
• - Attend trade shows, research global markets review industry publications to stay current with market trends and identify new fabrics and techniques.
• - Administers a pro-active role through entire product design process: research, design concept presentation, illustrations, fit and fabric/trim/print direction, development of specification pack, critique of sales samples.
• - Maintain an in depth understanding of customer.
• - Gather customer insight on existing products and future designs and concepts.
• - Meet all time lines.
• - Keen ability to follow a product brief and design to a specific target FOB. Mentor team to accomplish the same task.
• - Capacity to imagine, capture and express a brand’s essence through unique product concepts, design and styling.
• - Research global markets to identify new trends, fabrics, techniques, color stories, etc.
• - Ensures that the product is consistent with market trends as well as business strategy.
• vAssists with fit sessions in office and in factory and work with Tech Designer to deliver the garment fit as briefed by the Product Line Manager.
• - Drive value-engineering through design process:  consolidation of fabrics, zippers, trims.
• - Works closely with fabric manager to select innovative and commercial fabrics. Helps drive future fabric developments for assigned categories.
• - Collaborates with sourcing, factories, suppliers and other team members to achieve 'state of the art' opportunities for product innovation.
• - Ensure technical packages are 100% accurate and complete. Train and mentor team to achieve 100% accuracy objective.
• - Creates on-strategy product designs within set timelines for multiple seasons. 
• - Partners with Sourcing to drive supply chain efficiency.
• - Visit textile shows to keep up-to-date on the latest fabrics.
• - Assist in setting and follows creative standards established by Management.
• - Supply accurate/complete Design Packs to the Product Development on schedule.
• vWork with the product development team to review strike offs and counter samples and make recommendations for corrections.
• - Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager.
• vTravel as necessary to facilitate the development and sampling process.
• - Performs duties consistent with the company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies.

Education & Experience

• - BA in Apparel Design or related field of study preferred.
• - +3 years of professional experience in technical apparel.
• - Understanding of the history and direction of market trends.
• - In depth understanding of fit and patterning.
• - Understanding of technical fabrics.
• - Strong eye for color and ability to identify current and future color trends.
• - Advanced knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• - Strong illustration skills- possess the ability of communicating a concept thru sketching free hand as well as on the computer.
• - Thorough knowledge of printing techniques and understanding of how graphics will translate onto a printable garment.
• - Ability to identify unseen problems and come up with appropriate solutions.
• - Ability to work with multiple personalities in a diverse, fast paced environment to create a team atmosphere.
• - Must have exceptional ability to manage time professionally and execute ideas from initial concept to completion.
• - Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• - Exceptional knowledge of the actions sports and athletic apparel industry.
• - Exceptional knowledge of the apparel industry.
• - Strong Verbal and written communication skills.
•  Ability to take concepts from ideation to production.

Company Summary

KLIM is a global leader in designing, developing, sourcing and distributing the most advanced powersports apparel for snowmobile, motorcycle and off-road riding. Utilizing the world’s most premium technologies and materials, KLIM offers gear for the most demanding riders. KLIM’s mission is to drive premium quality, performance and innovation to enhance the riding experience.

Based in Rigby, Idaho, KLIM designs and develops motorsports clothing for men, women and children. As part of Teton Outfitters, KLIM was acquired by Polaris Industries in 2012.

Company Link- https://www.klim.com/

YouTube Company video- We are KLIM

Klim is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

- Working Conditions

- Responsibilities will require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advanced notice.

- Inside work with no exposure to weather conditions.

- Requires domestic and international travel

- Physical requirements

- May be required to travel up 5-10% 

- Able to lift 25-50 lbs

Company Summary

The Associate Apparel Designer works closely with the Senior Designers and the product team to bring cutting edge products to market to meet seasonal needs and company goals.

In this unique position the candidate will have the opportunity to work on various product categories and a variety of product types. Under the direction of the Senior Designers, they will help maintaining the product lines, generate and maintain tech packs, assist in fit sessions, and aid in colorway exploration.

Benefits & Perks

In addition to the great brand, team, and culture that we have at (Klim/509), here are some additional perks and benefits of working at Teton Outfitters:

• - Vehicle use program: Snowmobiles, ORV (ATV, RZR, or Ranger) and Indian Motorcycles - Polaris provides programs that allow employees to purchase or use company products.
• - Company discounts for Klim, 509, and Polaris.
• - Health benefits include dental, vision, prescription, HSA, life & disability insurance.
• - 401 K contribution matching up at 5%
• - Paid holidays
• - Immediate PTO available with 2 weeks of annual vacation accrual
• - Annual profit-sharing bonus
• - Relocation assistance available

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• - Works closely with Senior Designers to administers a pro-active role through the entire product design process: research, concept ideation, refinement, tech pack generation and maintenance, sample evaluation, and customer feedback.
• - Capacity to imagine, capture and express a brand’s ethos through unique product concepts, design and styling.
• - Understand the KLIM snow and motorcycle customers.
• - Drive value-engineering through design process: consolidation of fabrics, zippers, trims, etc.
• - Follow and design to the product brief to design product that is consistent with market trends as well as business strategy.
• - Successfully performs these and other duties as assigned.
• - Performs duties consistent with the company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies.

Education/Experience

• - BA in Apparel Design or related field of study preferred.
• - 0-3 years of professional experience in apparel design.
• - Strong aesthetic point of view.
• - Understanding of color and how it relates to the powersports consumer.
• - Experience with Adobe Suite specifically Illustrator.
• - Strong illustration skills- possess the ability of communicating a concept thru sketching free hand as well as on the computer.
• - Ability to work with multiple personalities in a diverse, fast paced environment to create a team atmosphere.
• - Ability to manage time professionally and execute ideas from initial concept to completion.
• - Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• - Knowledge of the actions sports and athletic apparel industry.
• - Strong Verbal and written communication skills

Company Summary

KLIM is a global leader in designing, developing, sourcing and distributing the most advanced powersports apparel for snowmobile, motorcycle and off-road riding. Utilizing the world’s most premium technologies and materials, KLIM offers gear for the most demanding riders. KLIM’s mission is to drive premium quality, performance and innovation to enhance the riding experience.

Based in Rigby, Idaho, KLIM designs and develops motorsports clothing for men, women and children. As part of Teton Outfitters, KLIM was acquired by Polaris Industries in 2012.

Company Link- https://www.klim.com/

YouTube Company video- We are KLIM

Klim is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Working Conditions

Responsibilities will require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advanced notice.

Inside work with no exposure to weather conditions.

Requires domestic and international travel

Physical requirements

May be required to travel up 5-10% 

Able to lift 25-50 lbs

Job Summary

The Warehouse team members are engaged to uphold the integrity of the Klim brand. The ideal candidate is a quick learner who can retain knowledge and are detail oriented. The candidate will Pick, Pack and Ship orders. They will receive and put away new product as it come in.

This role is Temporary and will be based on business needs working Monday - Friday, 8AM to 5PM. There is potential for this to become a permanent position depending on performance and business need. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• - Inspect arrivals against packing lists for quantity verification.
• - Monitor and inspect inventory levels for accuracy.
• - Alert appropriate departments of all arrivals and initiate proper placement of shipment.
• - Manage bin locations.
• - Fill orders by using a digital scanner and hand pick method.
• - Work with shipping program to ship appropriate orders to customers.
• - Accomplish all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.
• - Work with internal customers to complete special projects assigned.
• - Be able to read and follow instructions
• - Be able to do basic math
• - Wear required PPE (Safety Glasses, Long pants and Steal toed shoes)
• - Required to use a Safety knife. (provided)

Working Conditions

• Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advanced notice.
• - Must be able to lift 50 pounds without accommodations.
• - Must be able to stand or walk most of all of the day.
• - Work in a Warehouse Environment with forklifts, pallet jacks and rolling carts.
• - Must be able to work in hot and cold environments.

Qualifications

• - Must be able to pass a drug screen prior to start date.

Company Summary

KLIM is a global leader in designing, developing, sourcing and distributing the most advanced powersports apparel for snowmobile, motorcycle and off-road riding. Utilizing the world’s most premium technologies and materials, KLIM offers gear for the most demanding riders. KLIM’s mission is to drive premium quality, performance and innovation to enhance the riding experience.

Based in Rigby, Idaho, KLIM designs and develops motorsports clothing for men, women and children. As part of Teton Outfitters, KLIM was acquired by Polaris Industries in 2012.

Company Link-https://www.klim.com/

YouTube Company video-We are KLIM

Klim is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Essential Function

The Sr. Materials Vendor Specialist will be responsible for managing all the current and future fabric and material vendor relationships at Klim. This position will need to develop deep relationships with these vendors which will allow us to take full advantage of the products and services they offer. Will help with the strategic direction for long term fabric and material development planning and implementation. Will drive cost savings by implementing strategies for consolidating orders, streamlining supply chains, and all other cost savings opportunities that arise.   

The Sr. Materials Vendor Specialist will be involved with the planning, coordination, evaluation, and control of the manufacturing processes of fabrics and materials. This position ensures that fabrics and materials are produced at the correct time, cost, and quality with partners that are compliant to the KLIM standards. Will be responsible for all contract negotiations with each supplier. Will be responsible for all compliance related information, legislation, and actions taken regarding fabrics, materials, and finished goods.

Benefits & Perks

In addition to the great brand, team, and culture that we have at (Klim/509), here are some additional perks and benefits of working at Teton Outfitters:

• - Vehicle use program: Snowmobiles, ORV (ATV, RZR, or Ranger) and Indian Motorcycles - Polaris provides programs that allow employees to purchase or use company products.
• - Big company discounts for Klim, 509, and Polaris.
• - Health benefits include dental, vision, prescription, HSA, life & disability insurance.
• - 401 K contribution matching up at 5%
• - Paid holidays
• - Immediate PTO available with 2 weeks of annual vacation accrual
• - Annual profit-sharing bonus
• - Relocation assistance available

Duties and responsibilities

• - Maintain timeline adherence for fabric and material vendors.
• - Implement strategies for consolidating orders.
• - Implement strategies for streamlining material supply chains.
• - Implement other cost savings strategies at the fabric and material level.
• - Build on fabric supplier resources to control cost and make sure we are at the front of their list when new products are available.
• - Work with garment factories to find cost savings opportunities on factory supplied materials.
• - Work with vendors each season to reduce MOQ, MCQ, and surcharge issues.
• - Drive continuous improvement with vendors’ lead-times, quality, and cost.
• - Coordinate with Logistics regarding transit costs of raw materials and look for efficiencies.
• - Provide updated projections to suppliers to book capacity and for financial planning purposes.
• - Constantly looking for ways to make the product better by the quality inputs.
• - Ensure the brand is up to date on all compliance requirements related to fabrics, materials, and finished goods.
• - Will continually scan the compliance environment to stay ahead of the game.
• - Will be responsible for all contract negotiations with each supplier.
• - Complete documentation for adding vendors into our Centric PLM software once vendor is approved.
• - Drive the supplier strategy and seasonal allocations based on fabric supplier’s capabilities, product range, price, development timeline, and innovation.
• - Ability to anticipate problems, offer solutions, and address issues with fabrics and materials.
• - Communicates on an ongoing basis with internal team, contractors, sourcing team, and material suppliers during the entire fabric development process through bulk production.
• - Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• - Interpret and/or discuss information with others, which involves terminology or concepts not familiar to many people; regularly provide advice and recommend actions involving rather complex issues.
• - The ability to resolve problems within established practices.
• - Provides occasional guidance, some of which is technical.
• - Maintenance of material vendor scorecards.

• - Continually monitoring and ensuring economies of scale.

Education/Experience.

• - Bachelor’s Degree in Business or equivalent experience in related field. 
• - 7 years minimum experience in Apparel Production or Relationship Management
• - Strong computer skills with Excel, Word and Photoshop.
• - Strong ability to adhere to deadlines.
• - Delivers accurate quality data on-time and complete.
• - Advanced knowledge of fabric and trims requested.
• - Excellent written and oral communication. 
• - Advanced product knowledge and knowledge of global markets and competitors.

Working conditions

Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advanced notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Function

Direct the production of finished goods for Klim and other assigned brands with industry leading quality through committed, transparent partners. Support partner relationships that support strict commitments. Managing Director of production allocation, strategic costing, quality of product, and timeline for on time delivery of quality products.

Benefits & Perks

In addition to the great brand, team, and culture that we have at (Klim/509), here are some additional perks and benefits of working at Teton Outfitters:

• - Vehicle use program: Snowmobiles, ORV (ATV, RZR, or Ranger) and Indian Motorcycles - Polaris provides programs that allow employees to purchase or use company products.
• - Big company discounts for Klim, 509, and Polaris.
• - Health benefits include dental, vision, prescription, HSA, life & disability insurance.
• - 401 K contribution matching up at 5%
• - Paid holidays
• - Immediate PTO available with 2 weeks of annual vacation accrual
• - Annual profit-sharing bonus
• - Relocation assistance available

Duties and responsibilities

• - Responsible for year over year improvement in quality of finished goods which encompasses the evaluation of prior statistical product data and managing quality control. This also includes managing a team of production professionals that ensure all factories have complete and accurate data to produce the world class garments that are required.
• - Accountable for managing and training a team to ensure actual cost savings year over year through allocation of product to factories that creates breadbasket cost savings, process, and efficacy improvements, and finished product negotiations.
• - Evaluation of capabilities and intimately understanding capacity constraints of each partner factory will be required to find arbitrage opportunities that allow purchase orders to be placed as close to the market demand as possible while ensuring product will arrive on time for all launches.
• - Must have the ability to build long term strategic plans and relationships with the business acumen that can see macroeconomic swings and understand the long-term effects on production and the implications to our long-term strategic partners.
• - Responsible to use data to formulate and measure business strategies with ability to change plan as inputs and outputs of the factories and our business change.
• - In control of managing KPI’s and adding new measurables as needed then is responsible to ensure subordinates clearly distribute KPI’s to factory to ensure expectations are clear and plans for improvement can be extended in a timely manner.
• - Need to understand what it takes to actualy manufacture our goods so reasonable expectations can be managed with partner factories and by the same token understand enough to be able to push for the results that are required for continued growth and success.
• - Responsible to understand internal department needs (sales, marketing, product line mangers, development, warrantee, demand planning, leadership) and supply needed information in a timely manner while brokering competing interests within the organization.

• - Team is responsible to manage production of raw material supply chain from greige forecasting to finished garments for quality and on time delivery
• - Manage Quality Control Manager regarding inspection approvals for on time exit factory date

• - Prepares, recommends, and tracks operating and personnel budgets for approval.
• - Monitors spending for adherence to budget, recommends variances as necessary.

• - Alerts departmental leaders regarding timeline requirements for Final Production TDP, Marketing POP and packaging requirements are ready in time for PO placement.
• - Ensures all Timeline Milestones are met by other departments to ensure production happens in an efficient and timely manner.
• - Special Projects as required.

General:

• - Understand and recognize quality and effect changes as needed to improve product
• - Follow strict timeline procedures
• - Strength in delegation and follow-up
• - Leadership measurables
• - Deliver on time world class quality products

Qualifications

• - Microsoft, PLM and ERP software knowledge required
• - Heavy emphasis in Excel Workbooks, coding and formulas
• - Experience 8 to 10 years’ experience in production and manufacturing
• - Some product development experience required
• - Valid Passport and Visas required

Education/Experience.

• - Bachelor’s Degree Required
• - MBA or Advanced Degree preferred
• - Manufacturing
• - Negotiation
• - Project Completion
• - Proven Delivery
• - Factual/numbers driven/measurable
• - Communication
• - Global and Internal Relationships

Working conditions

Responsibilities will require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advanced notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires domestic and international travel

Physical requirements

Able to travel 2-3 weeks at a time.

Able to travel multiple times a year.

Able to lift 25-50 lbs

Essential Function

The Materials Innovation Specialist will be responsible for finding and developing new and innovative fabrics and materials that will drive Klim’s relentless pursuit of exceeding customers’ expectations. Will be responsible for testing these fabrics and materials both in a lab and in the field. Will need to develop deep relationships with our current fabric and material suppliers which will allow us to stay on the leading edge of their new developments. Will also need to continually seek out new suppliers that will drive fabric and material innovation. Will help with the strategic direction of long-term fabric and material development planning and implementation. Will be responsible for maintaining an organized material library.

The Materials Innovation Specialist will be involved with the planning, coordination, evaluation, and control of the manufacturing processes regarding fabric and materials. Will ensures that fabrics and materials are produced at the correct time, cost, and quality.

Duties and responsibilities

• - Maintain timeline adherence for fabric and material deliverables.
• - Continually striving to create and implement appropriate test methods that can be verifiable and reliable at the factory.
• - Build on supplier resources to control cost and make sure we are at the front of their list when new products are available.
• - Work with Design and Purchasing to develop processes for tracking and reporting on time production, quality, vendor compliance and costing.
• - Initiate and cultivate domestic and global raw material vendor relationships to improve turnaround, quality and cost.
• - Establish and maintain Work in Process (WIP) tracking report for fabrics and materials.
• - Coordinate with Logistics regarding transit costs of raw materials.
• - Constantly looking for ways to make the product better by the quality inputs and also finding suitable cost advantage alternatives to help combat the increasing costs without sacrificing quality.
• - Establish relationships that keep Klim on the leading edge of materials innovation by identifying future technologies and trends and driving their implementation.
• - Systematically organize and maintain the material library for future development and current production.
• - Maintain and update the material library page in Centric to accurately reflect the available fabrics and materials.
• - Assist the sourcing department with greige forecast each season.
• - Ability to anticipate problems, offer solutions, and address issues with current and future fabrics and materials.
• - Communicates on an ongoing basis with internal team, contractors, sourcing team, and material suppliers during the entire fabric and material development process through bulk production.
• - Creates the appropriate lab test procedures and processes.
• - Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• - Interpret and/or discuss information with others, which involves terminology or concepts not familiar to many people; regularly provide advice and recommend actions involving rather complex issues.
• - The ability to resolve problems within established practices.
• - Provides occasional guidance, some of which is technical.
• - Continually monitoring and ensuring economies of scale.

Education/Experience.

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in related field.  Strong computer skills with Excel, Word and PLM software. Strong ability to adhere to deadlines. Delivers accurate quality data on-time and complete. Advanced knowledge of fabric and trims requested. Excellent written and oral communication.  Advanced product knowledge and knowledge of global markets and competitors.

Working conditions

Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advanced notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical requirements

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds

Essential Function

This role resides at the intersection of business and technology, providing value by delivering technology-enabled solutions to business needs. Successful candidates are strategic thinkers with a relentless drive for results. This person leads direct reports, shared resources, and external contractors in providing IS enablers while servicing the needs of a 24x7 global enterprise. This exciting role requires global partnership skills, business/technical acumen, team management & leadership, and the ability to effectively deploy solutions.

Essential Duties and responsibilities

Strategy

• - Partner with Executive Leadership at Brand business units to understand business strategies and associated IS enablers.
• - Identify platform-based solutions to improve the efficiency, profitability, or effectiveness of the entity.
• - Define and contribute to an enterprise IS strategy over a multiple year planning horizon which articulates the technology portfolios, processes, and people required to deliver solutions for business needs as well as meet global IS standards.
• - Maintains awareness and provides direction to brand business units for improved utilization of systems, technologies, and the application of Polaris IS enablers.
• - Responsible to determine capital investment criteria for multi-brand portfolio investments with maximized ROI

 

Leadership

• - Build strong relationships with business groups and their leaders across the enterprise, and develop a clear understanding of their issues, challenges, and opportunities.
• - Serve as the entity leader for the Information Services department. Understand and represent entity needs within the scope of the global IS department. Align the entity IS team to company, department, and location goals and objectives.
• - Navigates a matrix organization to arrive at solutions suitable for multiple stakeholders and teammates. 
• - Partner with global IS leadership team to provide the needed services to the entity. Ensure the capabilities and capacity of the worldwide IS organization are leveraged within the entity.
• - Leads the creation of decision-making tools and delivery of decision-making information including BI reporting, coding/scripting/customization projects to enhance platforms.
• - Prepare and monitor IT operational budgets that meet prevailing objectives and constraints.

Team Development

• - Manage & develop the entity IS team, including employees and consulting resources distributed across multiple countries. Recruit and staff IS professionals that enable entity business needs, integrate, and provide support to the broader global IS organization. 
• - Drive and foster integration between the entity IS team and the global corporate IS organization. 
• - Promote a “business-first” mentality at all levels of the technology function.
• - Ensure that the organization has strong systems analysis and project management skills, and the ability to execute business-critical projects.
• - Develop and maintain a plan providing succession and continuity in the most critical IT management positions.

 

IT Operations

• - Direct the design, planning, implementation, and maintenance of the computing infrastructure that supports the company’s operations and business applications.
• - Support the core business through technology capabilities that maximize performance, scale, reliability, and flexibility. Teams with globally distributed Information Services resources to deliver solutions suitable for scalable and Global organization.
• - Ensure visible and robust delivery of IT services through use of service level agreements, metrics, and performance dashboards.
• - Lead the company’s cyber security efforts to safeguard assets and interests and oversee the integrity and security of systems.
• - Develop and implement protocols to minimize disruption to 24/7 business operations in the event of disasters or data loss, and facilitate IT security audits, training, and investigations. Ensure that subsidiaries have adequate support and monitoring services.
• - Establish and enforce IT policies, processes, portfolio management, development standards and methodologies, including but not limited to DevOps and Agile.
• - Accountable for identifying, selecting, and managing the performance of external IT service providers. 
• - Drives continuous improvement to IS processes, technologies, applications, and infrastructure.

Skills and Knowledge

• - MBA or graduate degree preferred. Minimum of bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field preferred.
• - Previous experience in a CIO or equivalent position is preferred
• - Minimum of 10 years of IS management experience preferred.
• - Strong verbal and written communication skills. English required.
• - Experience within a global IS organization and proven effectiveness within a matrix organization required.
• - Talent management and leading direct reports at multiple locations, providing guidance and development.
• - Breadth of information services domain experience and understanding, including application development; client/device; server; database; network & telecommunications; collaboration; security.
• - Proficiency with large scale project management and proven ability to implement within schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
• - Experienced with implementing and supporting software packages (CAD, PLM, CRM, ERP, WMS, SCM) as well as custom software development. Experience with Netsuite ERP, Centric PLM, Highjump WMS, Shopify & SCA desirable.
• - Java coding experience highly desired.
• - Skilled at building and fostering relationships with stakeholders.
• - Experience within Apparel and or B2B/ B2C business desired

Working Conditions

• Dynamic fast-paced team environment
• Minimal travel required 10-15%

Position Summary

This role serves as a finance business partner to our Teton Business Unit. In this role you will proactively partner with Teton leaders to report results, analyze trends and provide financial guidance and recommendations to management. The individual in this role will be required to demonstrate intellectual curiosity and understanding of business requirements to help solve complex business problems through robust modeling, analytics and partnership. This role reports to the Teton Controller as a member of the Teton Finance & Accounting team.

This is an in-person role with some flexibility for occasional work-from-home activity.

Benefits & Perks

In addition to the great brand, team, and culture that we have at (Klim/509), here are some additional perks and benefits of working at Teton Outfitters:

• - Vehicle use program: Snowmobiles, ORV (ATV, RZR, or Ranger) and Indian Motorcycles - Polaris provides programs that allow employees to purchase or use company products.
• - Company discounts for Klim, 509, and Polaris.
• - Health benefits include dental, vision, prescription, HSA, life & disability insurance.
• - 401 K contribution matching up at 5%
• - Paid holidays
• - Immediate PTO available with 2 weeks of annual vacation accrual
• - Annual profit-sharing bonus
• - Relocation assistance available

Responsibilities

• - Lead key activities and processes cross-functionally in efforts to plan, analyze and grow the Teton business, inclusive of both 509 & Klim brands.
• - Prepare monthly financial reports, analyze variances and provide insights to management as it pertains to P&L activities including sales, costs, operating expenses.
• - Analyze financial and operational results to proactively identify business risk and opportunity, as well as respective plans to countermeasure/leverage for benefit of the business.
• - Proactively collaborate with business partners and team members to prepare annual budget, long range plan, quarterly forecasts and monthly outlooks.
• - Actively participate and lead special projects and cost saving initiatives to develop process improvement recommendations and present findings to the Teton leadership team, including leverage of data and technology tools to drive forward-looking efficiency.
• - Drive performance through assessing the impact of changing business conditions and influencing executive level managers through analysis.
• - Become an integral part of the business team, providing leadership and functional expertise wherever needed; solicit feedback and provide closed loop communication system to enhance quality of service.
• - Perform ad hoc financial analysis and miscellaneous projects as requested by functional or finance leadership.
• - Drive internal improvement ideas and projects both individually and across the team to improve efficiency and relevance of information.

Experience and Education

• - 4 - 6 years of experience in Accounting/Finance required with 3+ specializing retail or manufacturing environments preferred.
• - Extensive experience in various Microsoft tools (excel, PowerPoint) required. Netsuite,
• - Onestream and PowerBI, and other query & data tools experience a plus.
• - Strong track record of challenging the status quo through analytical and creative problem solving skills.
• - Excellent communication, teamwork and leadership skills with previous experience working with senior management on a routine basis.
• - Proven experience relationship-building and influencing cross functional teams in a matrix organization.
• - Ability to plan and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.
• - Self-starter with the ability to work through ambiguity, take initiative, and navigate challenges and obstacles.
• - Bachelor's degree in Accounting/finance required; CPA and/or MBA preferred.

Company Summary

Founded in 1998, Teton Outfitters is one of the world’s fastest growing apparel, helmets, goggles and accessories companies within the Powersports channel. Operations span numerous geographies, product categories and distribution locations. Teton Outfitters is committed to delivering innovative products that excite our customers and create a unforgettable experience. Teton Outfitters offers outfits consumers around the world a diverse portfolio of iconic Powersports brands, including KLIM and 509. Acquired by Polaris Industries in 2012, Teton Outfitters is now a wholly owned subsidiary.

Check us out on our company websites:https://www.klim.com/,https://ride509.com/

YouTube Intros:509 - Fueling Your Passion ,We are KLIM

Teton Outfitters is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Job Summary

The Senior Designer determines style, material, and color directions based on input from the customer, merchandising, sales, marketing, development, and sourcing staff. Keeps abreast of fashion trends and consumer needs and supports the integrity of the lines/brands and the goals of the company. Produces design sketches and makes seasonal presentations of product designs. Reviews all styles for construction, silhouette, fit and trim details, and approves quality of factory samples. 

Benefits & Perks

In addition to the great brand, team, and culture that we have at (Klim/509), here are some additional perks and benefits of working at Teton Outfitters:

• - Vehicle use program: Snowmobiles, ORV (ATV, RZR, or Ranger) and Indian Motorcycles - Polaris provides programs that allow employees to purchase or use company products.
• - Company discounts for Klim, 509, and Polaris.
• - Health benefits include dental, vision, prescription, HSA, life & disability insurance.
• - 401 K contribution matching up at 5%
• - Paid holidays
• - Immediate PTO available with 2 weeks of annual vacation accrual
• - Annual profit-sharing bonus
• - Relocation assistance available

- Duties and responsibilities

• - Responsible for the cohesiveness of assigned product categories.
• - Design a given number of products per season as well as managing carry- overs for assigned collections.
• - Attend trade shows, research global markets review industry publications to stay current with market trends and identify new fabrics and techniques. Mentor junior team members on what to look for and how to effectively use time.
• - Administers a pro-active role through entire product design process: research, design concept presentation, illustrations, fit and fabric/trim/print direction, development of specification pack, critique of sales samples.
• - Maintain an in depth understanding of customer.
• - Gather customer insight on existing products and future designs and concepts.
• - Meet all time lines.
• - Keen ability to follow a product brief and design to a specific target FOB. Mentor team to accomplish the same task.
• - Capacity to imagine, capture and express a brand’s essence through unique product concepts, design and styling.
• - Research global markets to identify new trends, fabrics, techniques, color stories, etc.
• - Ensures that the product is consistent with market trends as well as business strategy.
• Assists with fit sessions in office and in factory and work with Tech Designer to deliver the garment fit as briefed by the Product Line Manager.
• - Drive value-engineering through design process: consolidation of fabrics, zippers, trims.
• - Works closely with fabric manager to select innovative and commercial fabrics. Helps drive future fabric developments for assigned categories.
• - Collaborates with sourcing, factories, suppliers and other team members to achieve 'state of the art' opportunities for product innovation.
• - Ensure technical packages are 100% accurate and complete. Train and mentor team to achieve 100% accuracy objective.
• - Creates on-strategy product designs within set timelines for multiple seasons. 
• - Partners with Sourcing to drive supply chain efficiency.
• - Visit textile shows to keep up-to-date on the latest fabrics.
• - Assist in setting and follows creative standards established by Management.
• - Supply accurate/complete Design Packs to the Product Development on schedule.
• - Work with the product development team to review strike offs and counter samples and make recommendations for corrections.
• - Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager.
• - Travel as necessary to facilitate the development and sampling process.
• - Performs duties consistent with the company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies.

Qualifications/Experience

• - BA in Apparel Design or related field of study preferred.
• - 5-10 years of professional experience in technical apparel.
• - Understanding of the history and direction of market trends.
• - In depth understanding of fit and patterning.
• - Understanding of technical fabrics.
• - Strong eye for color and ability to identify current and future color trends.
• - Advanced knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• - Strong illustration skills- possess the ability of communicating a concept thru sketching free hand as well as on the computer.
• - Thorough knowledge of printing techniques and understanding of how graphics will translate onto a printable garment.
• - Ability to identify unseen problems and come up with appropriate solutions.
• - Ability to work with multiple personalities in a diverse, fast paced environment to create a team atmosphere.
• - Must have exceptional ability to manage time professionally and execute ideas from initial concept to completion.
• - Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• - Exceptional knowledge of the actions sports and athletic apparel industry.
• - Exceptional knowledge of the apparel industry.
• - Strong Verbal and written communication skills.
• - Ability to take concepts from ideation to production.

Working conditions

- Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advanced notice.

- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Physical requirements

- If the job is physically demanding, this should be stated in the job description. A physically demanding job is one where the incumbent is required to stand for extended periods of time, lift heavy objects on a regular basis, do repetitive tasks with few breaks, and so forth.

Key Measurables

• - Meeting Deadlines and Calendar
• - Drive innovation
• - Highly organized and good with time management
• - Ability to mentor junior designer and build team unity
• - Creative problem solving
• - Ability to bring a concept to market
• - Ability to create merchandisable product lines
• - Precision
• - Innovative thinking

• Ability to follow design direction
• The point system

Company Summary

KLIM is a global leader in designing, developing, sourcing and distributing the most advanced powersports apparel for snowmobile, motorcycle and off-road riding. Utilizing the world’s most premium technologies and materials, KLIM offers gear for the most demanding riders. KLIM’s mission is to drive premium quality, performance and innovation to enhance the riding experience.

Based in Rigby, Idaho, KLIM designs and develops motorsports clothing for men, women and children. As part of Teton Outfitters, KLIM was acquired by Polaris Industries in 2012.

Company Link- https://www.klim.com/

YouTube Company video- We are KLIM

Klim is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Job Summary

The Human Resources Coordinator will perform HR-related functions to support Teton Outfitters Apparel Portfolio . The main duties include assisting with HR processes and activities including hourly staffing and orientation, employee relations & engagement, policy enforcement, and maintaining personnel records. In addition, this role requires the confidence and skillset to work independently and partner with the businesses to drive results. This is a temporary position and is not benefit eligible. There may be future opportunity for a full-time benefit eligible role. This position is required to be in office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

• - Support and lead HR activities, including interviewing and selection, policy enforcement, orientation and training, new hire processes, and employee relations
• - Facilitate onboarding which includes coordinating tours, planning/conducting new hire Orientation and communicating with new hires and leadership
• - Organize and maintain personnel records in accordance with legal record retention policies and site procedures
• - Assist with record keeping and documentation on employee relations issues and corrective action steps in disciplinary action process
• - Oversee and supervise employee performance management standards including in the areas of productivity, safety and quality
• - Maintain updated HR systems by processing transactions related to hiring, lateral moves, terminations, compensation changes, etc.
• - Prepare documents and communication that supports staffing and other HR operational processes (e.g. onboarding packets, benefit guides, recruiting etc.).
• - Design and create marketing materials for the purposes of recruiting and community engagement
• - Answer employees’ queries about HR-related issues or scenarios. Partner with HR and Operations leaders to navigate employee relations scenarios.
• - Manage payroll and timecard auditing/processing
• - Complete projects/initiatives that maintain a positive work environment and high employee engagement
• - Ensure management consistency and compliance to federal and state employment laws
• - Participate in and lead HR-related continuous improvement efforts to achieve operational efficiency
• - Represent Teton Outfitters in the community and foster positive community relations
• - Other projects, initiatives and duties as required

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

 

• - High school degree required
• - HR certification/experience preferred
• - Sound judgment with the ability to integrate HR practices into business processes.
• - Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• - Strong customer focus and excellent problem-solving skills
• - Excellent interpersonal skills and effective organizational and planning skills.
• - Ability to collaborate both in person and virtually
• vKnowledge of Microsoft Office suite, experience with HR software and with payroll administration preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

 

• - Working conditions are normal for a distribution and office environment
• - Ability to stand/walk for lengthy periods of time
• - 20-30 hours per week

The Product Line Manager Intern will support an assigned category's planning and product creation process from concept through commercialization throughout a 12 week internship. They will have an opportunity to experience ownership of assigned marketplace, execution of business plans, sales and margin accountability, calendar adherence, and cross functional leadership. The Product Line Manager Intern; will provide relevant information on consumer and competitors, identify trends, business strategy plans and analysis for all supporting categories.

Duties and responsibilities

• - Assist with overall strategic direction of the line; which businesses to grow, decline and maintain in accordance with business priorities of each operating channel
• - Assist the execution of business plans and calendar and budget adherence
• - Support product marketing campaigns
• - In collaboration with Design & Development, work to identify and develop profitable product offerings while taking into consideration current trends.
• - Research relevant competitors for division; maintain awareness of trends and competition and apply to KLIM
• - Support the Product Line Managers in the creation of short and long-term strategies, tactical product executions and innovations. Assist in establishing product wholesale and global retail pricing structure that meets revenue and profitability targets.
• - Ensure that key milestones are achieved and products meet the needs of customer base worldwide
• - Support in creation of product briefs that inspire design and development in the product Incorporate marketplace influences and consumer insights. Provide briefs that give clear product direction and information to the development and design partners.
• - Partner with Design, Development and Sourcing to ensure deadlines are met and that product's hit all key metrics (initial gross margin, retail pricing, minimums, and turns). Develop a collaborative working environment among;product creation teams. Resolve process issues and recommend ways to continually improve the interaction of team members as well as process efficiencies.
• - Analyze product sell through, turns and margin to maximize sales and margins. Analyze and report style/category/channel business performance on a regular basis.
• - Collaborate with marketing teams to ensure all product launch goals are defined and met.
• - Maintain and provide necessary data for line plans in business systems across the organization
• Stay current on competitive research for Powersports and Action Sports Clothing brands.

Education/Experience

• - Currently enrolled in a 4 year degree in Business related field.
• - Understanding key retail sales metrics and key merchandising requirements
• - Effectively present information both internally and externally in a professional and brand appropriate manner
• - Skilled at Word, Excel and a strong knowledge of spreadsheet functions
• - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• - Ability to interpret a variety of instructions, written and/or oral
• - Ability to lead a diverse group of individuals

Key Measurables

• - Assist in executing and delivering to market product line plans that hit financial targets
• - Assist in maintaining margin & revenue goals at category levels as defined
• - Support all key milestone for the product lifecycle

Working conditions

• - Responsibilities may require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advanced notice.
• - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Inside work with no exposure to weather conditions.

Position Summary

The Senior Product Development for footwear is responsible for helping drive continuity between multiple team members and their products within the footwear line to ensure fit, function, performance, and quality are consistent with a customer’s expectations. They coordinate with team members on all aspects of the product starting from initial design to production prototype. They heavily focus on process implementation and maintenance, innovation, and mentorship.

Benefits & Perks

In addition to the great brand, team, and culture that we have at (Klim/509), here are some additional perks and benefits of working at Teton Outfitters:

• - Vehicle use program: Snowmobiles, ORV (ATV, RZR, or Ranger) and Indian Motorcycles - Polaris provides programs that allow employees to purchase or use company products.
• - Company discounts for Klim, 509, and Polaris.
• - Health benefits include dental, vision, prescription, HSA, life & disability insurance.
• - 401 K contribution matching up at 5%
• - Paid holidays
• - Immediate PTO available with 2 weeks of annual vacation accrual
• - Annual profit-sharing bonus
• - Relocation assistance available

Duties and Responsibilities

• - Uses industry experience to provide ideas for improved construction, materials, or components to enhance functionality, aesthetics, and fit for products within the on-road, off-road, and snow boot categories.
• - Ensures that fit is consistent with customer’s expectations
• - Recommends construction, material, or manufacturing suggestions to meet target sample costs. They are proficient in executing pre-costing exercises. Manages costing within PLM System.
• - Explores innovation techniquesThey are working to get prototypes or samples of innovation that can be refined prior to implementing in the product line
• - Reinforces proper processes and standards of construction, compliance, operations, and system requirements
• - Aware of all stage gates and their associated deliverables
• - Takes lead on special projects as needed
• - Approves all Production documentation for their product category
• - Is comfortable sharing knowledge in the form of training others
• - Adheres to product/seasonal timelines
• - Works with Production and QC teams to help resolve problems within production
• - Has a focus on data integrity within PLM system
• - Travel (International and Domestic) required

Qualifications

• - Bachelors’ Degree in Technical Design or equivalent experience in related area with 7+ years’ experience.
• - Computer skills required in Adobe Illustrator and MS Office.
• - Experience in complex construction such as insulated or seam sealed items is a plus.
• - Has prior experience working on complex footwear
• - Has experience with Gore-tex or waterproof boot construction
• - Understands manufacturing processes as it relates to footwear development
• - Strong sewing skills and understanding of construction
• - Able to lead a group of people while reinforcing a positive work environment
• - Excels in project management
• - Can easily express ideas in a group setting
• - Has leadership skills
• - Adheres to deadlines
• - Meticulous in data keeping
• - Highly organized
• vMust be flexible to a changing work environment

Company Summary

KLIM is a global leader in designing, developing, sourcing and distributing the most advanced powersports apparel for snowmobile, motorcycle and off-road riding. Utilizing the world’s most premium technologies and materials, KLIM offers gear for the most demanding riders. KLIM’s mission is to drive premium quality, performance and innovation to enhance the riding experience.

Based in Rigby, Idaho, KLIM designs and develops motorsports clothing for men, women and children. As part of Teton Outfitters, KLIM was acquired by Polaris Industries in 2012.

Company Link-https://www.klim.com/

YouTube Company video-We are KLIM

Klim is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Job Summary 

The Senior Product Development for bags is responsible for helping drive continuity between multiple team members and their products within the bag line to ensure fit, function, performance, and quality are consistent with a customer’s expectations. They coordinate with team members on all aspects of the product starting from initial design to production prototype. They heavily focus on process implementation and maintenance, innovation, and mentorship.

Benefits & Perks

In addition to the great brand, team, and culture that we have at (Klim/509), here are some additional perks and benefits of working at Teton Outfitters:

• - Vehicle use program: Snowmobiles, ORV (ATV, RZR, or Ranger) and Indian Motorcycles - Polaris provides programs that allow employees to purchase or use company products.
• - Company discounts for Klim, 509, and Polaris.
• Health benefits include dental, vision, prescription, HSA, life & disability insurance.
• - 401 K contribution matching up at 5%
• - Paid holidays
• - Immediate PTO available with 2 weeks of annual vacation accrual
• - Annual profit-sharing bonus
• - Relocation assistance available

Duties and Responsibilities 

• - Uses industry experience to provide ideas for improved construction, materials, or components to enhance functionality, aesthetics, and fit for on body bags and luggage.
• - Recommends construction, material, or manufacturing suggestions to meet target sample costs. They are proficient in executing pre-costing exercises. Manages costing within PLM System.
• - Explores innovation techniques
• - They are working to get prototypes or samples of innovation that can be refined prior to implementing in the product line
• - Reinforces proper processes and standards of construction, compliance, operations, and system requirements
• - Aware of all stage gates and their associated deliverables
• - Takes lead on special projects as needed
• - Approves all Production documentation for their product category
• - Is comfortable sharing knowledge in the form of training others
• - Adheres to product/seasonal timelines
• - Works with Production and QC teams to help resolve problems within production
• - Has a focus on data integrity within PLM system
• - Travel (International and Domestic) required

Qualifications

• - Bachelors’ Degree in Technical Design or equivalent experience in related area with 7+ years’ experience.
• - Computer skills required in Adobe Illustrator and MS Office.
• - Experience in complex construction such as insulated or seam sealed items is a plus.
• - Has prior experience working on bags and/or luggage
• - Understands manufacturing processes as it relates to bag development
• - Strong sewing skills and understanding of construction
• - Able to lead a group of people while reinforcing a positive work environment
• - Excels in project management
• - Can easily express ideas in a group setting
• - Has leadership skills
• - Adheres to deadlines
• - Meticulous in data keeping
• - Highly organized
• - Must be flexible to a changing work environment

Company Summary

KLIM is a global leader in designing, developing, sourcing and distributing the most advanced powersports apparel for snowmobile, motorcycle and off-road riding. Utilizing the world’s most premium technologies and materials, KLIM offers gear for the most demanding riders. KLIM’s mission is to drive premium quality, performance and innovation to enhance the riding experience.

Based in Rigby, Idaho, KLIM designs and develops motorsports clothing for men, women and children. As part of Teton Outfitters, KLIM was acquired by Polaris Industries in 2012.

Company Link-https://www.klim.com/

YouTube Company video-We are KLIM

Klim is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Job Summary

The Associate Product Developer will be responsible for directly assisting the Product Developer with Style Development. Responsibilities include assisting with development of product, from initial design to production prototype, based on Center of Excellence Quality Standards. Responsibilities also include, inputting data into PLM system, following timeline requirements, and keeping all development samples organized and labeled.This is a temporary position and is not benefit eligible. There may be future opportunity for a full-time benefit eligible role. This position is required to be in office.

Duties and Responsibilities

• - Maintaining technical drawings and construction illustrations for the product using Adobe Illustrator.
• - Building and maintaining Bills of Materials in accordance with style specifications. Including:
  • - Correct fabrics and trims are being used according to design
  • - Yields are consistent with construction
  • - Colors are properly input, requested, and maintained
  • - All items are maintained to most recent “Approved” status
• - Accurately measure garments in preparation for Fit sessions.
• - Maintaining size chart as recommended by Fit Specialist.
• - Responsible for maintaining all Carryover documentation. Including:
  • - Carrying over previous season’s specifications/documentation
  • - Updating materials/trims that have been “Abandoned” or “Inactivated” within the Bill of Materials
  • - Ensure all lab dips are current and in “Approved” status
    • - If necessary, request new color development
  • - Ensure all technical drawings are applied to the appropriate Centric template
  • - Create and send Technical Data Packages to factories
• - Able to provide suggestions to adhere to target sample costs.
• - Inputs costing and factory comments into PLM System
• - Review prototypes, pre-production, and production samples against technical packages.
• - Assists with internal wash testing as recommended by Product Developer/Sr. Product Developer
• - Maintains Centric System and Tracking Views
• - Contribute ideas for construction, materials, and components to enhance functionality, aesthetics and fit.
• - Assists with communicating with internal team, and factories during the development process.
• - Able to assist in mock-up production
• - Adhere to product/seasonal timelines

Qualifications

• - Bachelors’ Degree in Technical Design or equivalent experience in related area with 1-3 years’ experience.
• - Patternmaking or CAD experience is preferred. 
• - Computer skills required in Adobe Illustrator and MS Office.
• - Centric PLM System experience is a plus.
• - Ability to adhere to deadlines
• - Has ability to self-manage tasks
• - Able to brainstorm solutions and communicate using proper terminology
• - Ability to clearly communicate with written and oral skills to internal teams and factory contacts
• - Meticulous in data keeping
• - Highly organized
• - Must be flexible to a changing work environment
• - Enjoys working in a team

Company Summary

KLIM is a global leader in designing, developing, sourcing and distributing the most advanced powersports apparel for snowmobile, motorcycle and off-road riding. Utilizing the world’s most premium technologies and materials, KLIM offers gear for the most demanding riders. KLIM’s mission is to drive premium quality, performance and innovation to enhance the riding experience.

Based in Rigby, Idaho, KLIM designs and develops motorsports clothing for men, women and children. As part of Teton Outfitters, KLIM was acquired by Polaris Industries in 2012.

Company Link-https://www.klim.com/

YouTube Company video-We are KLIM

Klim is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.