Chanel Assistant Manager, Product (Design)
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 28, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an independent luxury fashion house renowned for haute couture, timeless elegance and exacting craftsmanship. As an employer, the maison emphasizes creative excellence, meticulous attention to detail and collaborative, cross‑disciplinary work between ateliers, design studios and commercial teams.
Chanel seeks an Assistant Manager, Product (Miami Design) in Miami, FL — lead product development and manage design-to-production processes for luxury apparel.
Role & Responsibilities
- Coordinate end‑to‑end product development for the Miami design studio, ensuring timely delivery of samples and collections from concept through production.
- Manage technical documentation and product specifications (tech packs, size charts, construction notes) and maintain accuracy within the PLM system.
- Liaise with design, sourcing, quality assurance and production partners to secure materials, trims and prototypes while upholding luxury quality standards.
- Oversee sample review and fit sessions, consolidate feedback and drive resolution of technical or construction issues.
- Support costing and margin analysis in collaboration with merchandising and finance to ensure commercial viability of product proposals.
- Supervise and mentor junior product staff, delegate tasks and maintain project timelines across multiple seasonal lines.
- Prepare presentation materials, line sheets and production dossiers for internal stakeholders and external manufacturers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Product Development, Textiles or related field, or equivalent industry experience.
- Proven technical knowledge of garment construction, materials and fit for luxury apparel or leather goods.
- Demonstrable experience coordinating cross‑functional teams and managing vendor/manufacturer relationships.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and strict seasonal deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills; capacity to present technical information clearly to creative and commercial teams.
Skills
Experience
Typically requires 4–6 years of progressive experience in product development or technical design within luxury fashion or high‑end apparel, including direct involvement with vendor management and seasonal collection cycles.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Product Development, Textiles or equivalent industry experience.
Workplace
This position is based in Miami, Florida, USA.
Culture
Chanel cultivates a culture of craftsmanship, discretion and creative rigor, blending atelier traditions with contemporary design practice. Teams operate in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where attention to detail and respect for heritage inform decision‑making.
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