At Pair Eyewear, we believe in placing our people at the center of everything we do. We are dedicated to fostering a joyful and dynamic workplace, providing our employees with an environment where they can thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Pair is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Product Development Coordinator to manage our top frame and accessory sample archive and support the product development process. Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Product Development, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth flow of samples between Design, Production, and external partners.

What you'll Do:

• Sample Archive Management:

  • Maintain and organize the physical and digital archive of top frame samples and accessories.

  • Accurately log and track sample movement, ensuring all items are accounted for.

  • Photograph samples for the digital archive, maintaining consistent image quality and standards.

• Sample Printing and Coordination:

  • Print, prepare and ship samples to various teams (design, production, marketing, partnerships, etc.)

  • You will be in charge of printing our sampling rounds on the print production floor, and checking for quality before partnering with the lead on the collection

  • Manage sample requests, ensuring timely fulfillment and accurate record-keeping.

• Production Support:

  • Assist in the preparation of production files and sampling rounds for our tri-monthly collections.

  • Support the team with administrative tasks, such as organizing incoming samples from Print Production and Asia Vendors.

• Special Projects:

  • Contribute to various special projects as assigned, such as assisting with licensed partner collections for contractual samples.

  • Coordinating on launches for new shape releases

Who you are:

• Highly Organized: You possess exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Strong Communicator: You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear and effective communication with various stakeholders.

• Team Player: You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working with cross-functional teams.

• Proactive and Resourceful: You take initiative, anticipate needs, and find creative solutions to challenges.

• Tech Savvy: You are comfortable using digital tools for sample tracking, photography, and communication.

Need to Have:

• 1+ years of experience in a related field, such print production, product development, sample management, or design coordination.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Experience with digital photography and image management.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in the eyewear or fashion industry.

• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator).

• Knowledge of sample tracking software, and PM software (Monday and Notion)

Some Benefits and Perks of Working At Pair:

• Health, vision and dental insurance

• Generous vacation policies

• Competitive salaries with equity opportunities

• Retirement savings plan options

• Free eyewear (plus discounts for family and friends)

At Pair, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. The pay range for this position is expected to be between $21/hr - $25/hr and will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Pair is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of actual or perceived age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, familial status, family responsibilities, gender identity/expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, personal appearance, political affiliation, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.