Development Manager - Apparel

Agilite is the fastest-growing brand in the defense and tactical industry, developing innovative gear and technical apparel used by the world’s most elite military and law enforcement units operating on the front lines.

Innovation is at the core of everything we do and our products consistently set the pace for the industry.

We are building a team of driven innovators, builders and team players who want their work to matter.

If you want to make a real impact, push the boundaries of what’s possible and help create best-in-class gear and apparel for those defending their country, community and home, come make an impact with us.

We are seeking an Apparel Development Manager to join our team.

This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end development and production process of Agilite’s technical apparel collection, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full apparel development lifecycle, including sourcing, custom fabric development, production, and delivery
• Lead communication and coordination with global factories, vendors, and material suppliers to ensure quality, pricing, and timelines are aligned with business goals
• Own project timelines, Time & Action calendars, BOM costing, sample management, and overall production follow-up from development to final delivery
• Monitor product quality and compliance standards in collaboration with internal and external QA teams
• Identify development and production risks, provide solutions, and adjust plans to maintain project progress
• Partner cross-functionally with design, pattern making, innovation, and production teams to support product execution and material sourcing
• Provide ongoing reporting and updates regarding project status, pricing, risks, and delays to the Head of Apparel

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion, Business, or a related field
• High-level English and Hebrew proficiency
• 3+ years of project management experience within the apparel industry
• Strong knowledge of apparel production processes, including sourcing, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality control
• Experience working with international suppliers and manufacturers.
• High-level proficiency in Excel and hands-on experience with project management systems such as Monday or PLM
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Process-driven, detail-oriented, and comfortable working on highly technical products and concepts

Advantages:

• Experience with technical/outdoor apparel, menswear, and software such as Adobe Illustrator, Browzwear, or Clo3D

Location: Holon, Israel

Type: Full-time

Agilite Systems Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Only relevant applications will be considered.

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