Jones Apparel names product-development exec

New York City Jones Apparel Group said Thursday it has appointed Mehmet Tangoren to the position of senior VP product development for the Jeanswear Division.

In his newly created role, Tangoren will oversee all product development of the Energie knit division, as well as lend his experience and knowledge to other divisions of the Jones Jeanswear Division, according to the company. The Jeanswear design staff will report directly to Tangoren.

Prior to joining Jones, Tangoren served as VP, divisional merchandise manager Modern/Contemporary/Bridge Sportswear of Macy's East and oversaw the rebuilding of the contemporary sportswear business.