Urban Outfitters is looking for an Associate Manager of Product Development. This Associate Manager will make independent decisions and set team goals within their core function. This role independently drives development and process efficiencies within their function, voicing concerns in a constructive manner and communicating goals and progress proactively to team members. With the support of their manager, the Associate Manager of Product Development will also manage internal and external stakeholders.
Role Responsibilities Facilitate and execute brand’s vision through the appropriate allocation of product and the sourcing of materials which deliver the right aesthetic while meeting target product costs and time and action requirements Achieve seasonal calendar actualization Develop relationships with supplier base to ensure alignment of category business needs. Manage through roadblocks and see through to resolutionAttend Concept and Sketch Review meetings to understand and clarify Design’s intention, tone, and important style aspectsManage bulk cost negotiations with vendor base; meet or exceed targets Analyze and identify opportunities for Merchant to improve adoption rates and approved style count targets as dictated by seasonal line plan. Support Merchant’s business requirements by aligning product category needs, and update and communicate all style, cost, and delivery changesCoordinate with cross functional teams on category development process, including research of pre-style development, tracking and review of pre-style packages, ensuring compliance of product within category to internal testing standards, and managing sample evaluation, accuracy, and qualityCollaborate with cross functional partners on engineering options for category target costs and minimums, required lead times, and final IMU, with the goal of driving speed, sales, and financial resultsLead vendor conversations regarding daily roadblocks and see through to resolutionIndependently form cross-team discussion and direct deliverables, deadlines and hand-offs effectively. Help others learn the Brand DNA and requirements. Seek feedback consistentlyManage and coach coordinators on team Role Qualifications 6+ years of progressive development and sourcing experience within a complex, fast-paced apparel/home furnishings environment. Specialty retail and/or direct-to-consumer experience is preferred Proven success building cross-functional relationships, and effectively communicating with internal and external customersWorks with a high sense of urgency and integrity, easily and quickly adapts to change, and is motivated by deadlines and new challengesProficient in subject area Experience in mentoring and training others is preferredAble to execute on projects when given clear guidelines and strategyAble to work independently to achieve goals The Perks
URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits
EEO StatementURBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees. Options ApplyApplyShareSubmit a ReferralRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Not finding the perfect fit?
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