Sr. Manager Of Product Development

Full Time Job
Sr. Manager Of Product Development / Production Ecommerce and Tour

How we LEAD:

The Sr. Manager of Product Development/Production will be an essential part of Bravado team, helping to drive margin and leverage merchandise needs for E-commerce, Tour and special projects. This position will report directly to the Sr. Director of Product Development/Production and will work alongside Brand Managers to coordinate and develop new products for ecommerce launches and tour activity.

How you'll CREATE:
• Develop time and action calendars alongside the Brand Manager for all new product needs across Ecommerce, Tour and Special Events
• Management and implementation of development and production calendars for different product categories.
• Review reports and recommend solutions to exceptions within sourcing and development needs.
• Work collaboratively with the Creative team to develop a final assortment that is executable in production.
• Work closely with the E-Commerce Consumer Engagement team to help facilitate the launch of new styles and programs on an artist’s webstore
• Work closely with Tour Management to ensure proper execution of all development and production needs for tour activity
• Facilitate all product information for a new launch and manage their direct report, the Product Manager in ensuring all proper set up needs are met, and production can be executed.
• Negotiate costing with vendors across multiple programs to help drive margin improvement and review P&L with upper management
• Manage any required fabric, blank, and trim procurement
• Monitor development and production status of all programs on the e-commerce platform– from sample development to necessary production lead times for messaging to customers.
• Oversea production process from Development to In- Hands date for Ecommerce and Tour activity
• Help prepare for Pop Up needs and collaborate with Brand Managers and Sales to facilitate the product needed for the event
• Elevate and communicate high risk potential order problems and issues as appropriate
• Develop collaborative relationships with our existing vendor base
• Help drive the sourcing of new vendors for new and existing categories.

Bring your VIBE:
• 5-7 years of experience in apparel production or product development
• Strong costing and negotiation skills
• Detail oriented with strong follow through - able to organize and prioritize multiple projects
• Knowledge and understanding of fabrics, construction and print techniques
• Exceptional Microsoft Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Strong Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving skills
• Excellent communicator with the ability to build and maintain relationships
• Flexible and adaptable; priorities change frequently based on business demands, the ability to change direction quickly is critical
• Strong long term strategic planning capability
• Effective verbal and written skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required

Perks Playlist:
• Competitive Compensation Package including Salary, Benefits and Generous 401k Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off – Paid Holidays, “Gift Week”, Summer Fridays
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Employee Developmental Support
• Annual Gym Reimbursement Package
• Pet Insurance, plus much more!

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.