Manager, Merchandise Development & Strategy
Universal Music Group
Hollywood, CAThis was removed by the employer on 8/23/2019 1:22:00 PM PST
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Description
Capitol Music Group is seeking a manager of Merchandise Development & Strategy. This role will be responsible for interfacing directly with CMG’s artistic talent and their teams, the label and brands to design and deliver a wide range of merchandise (and other products). As the manager, you will identify and facilitate the development of potential products, conduct market research, determine specifications, production timetables, pricing and time-integrated plans for product introduction, while also creating marketing strategies around each product launch.
Job Functions:
• Create strategies for design creation and implementation of products through cross-team collaboration and stakeholder analysis
• Look at fashion trends and anticipate designs [based on artist taste] that will appeal to consumers
• Oversee the final production of merchandise
• Determine customers’ needs and desires by specifying the research needed to obtain market information
• Recommends the nature and scope of present and future product lines
• Assess market competition
• Provide information for artists and management by preparing short-term and long-term product sales forecasts, while working closely with UMG’s eCommerce team to generate reports and analysis
• Brings new products to market by analyzing proposed product requirements and product development programs
• Introduces and markets new products by developing time-integrated plans with Marketing, Advertising and Production teams
• Determines product pricing by utilizing market research, reviewing production and sales costs, anticipating volume, etc.
Job Requirements:
Skills/Abilities:
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
• Passionate about both music and fashion
• An existing network of printers & manufacturers is preferred
• Must be able to communicate effectively, friendly and patient
• Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize responsibilities and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Keen problem-solving and trouble-shooting abilities; high level of accuracy and attention to details
Experience:
• 3 years of experience in graphic design and/or production
Education:
• Bachelors Degree in fashion-related field preferred.
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Disclaimer
This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.