ALO
Outdoor & Apparel
ProductDevelopmentManager,Accessories
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“Product Development Manager, Accessories at ALO. Skills: Product strategy, Roadmap development, User stories, Cross-functional collaboration. Manage product creation process. Establish brand strategy”
What You'll Achieve.
Achieve financial goals; Achieve quality goals; Achieve product goals
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years experience apparel industry, Experience in accessories / handbags, Ability to multi-task, Manage multiple projects, Excellent written communication skills, Excellent verbal communication skills, Excellent organizational skills, Excellent time management skills, Commitment and superior attention to detail, Ability to work in a team environment, Build trust and relationships, Analytical skills, Cost negotiation ability, Understanding of cost drivers, Understanding of margin, Understanding of landing factors, Thorough understanding of testing protocol, Thorough understanding of product integrity requirements, Thorough understanding of product cycle timeline, Thorough understanding of costing & price negotiation, Thorough understanding of garment construction, Ability to be flexible, Adapt to changing work environment, Interpersonal skills, Listening skills
Nice to Have
Proficiency with PLM, Proficiency with Adobe Suite, Illustrator a plus, Photoshop a plus
What You'll Do.
Manage product creation process
Establish brand strategy
Execute brand strategy
Achieve financial goals
Achieve quality goals
Achieve product goals
Collaborate with Design team
Collaborate with Technical Design team
Collaborate with Raw Material R+D team
Collaborate with Sourcing team
Ensure on time delivery
Manage multi-season development calendars
Manage product development cycle execution
Manage vendor scorecard
Manage salesman sample execution
Allocate bulk orders to suppliers
Lead processes improvements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross functional team; Design team; Raw Material team; Technical Design team; Planning team; Merchandising team; Vendor partners
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Process & Methodology
Product development, Development calendars
Full Job Description
WHY JOIN ALO? Mindful movement. It’s at the core of why we do what we do at ALO—it’s our calling. Because mindful movement in the studio leads to better living. It changes who yogis are off the mat, making their lives and their communities better. That’s the real meaning of studio-to-street: taking the consciousness from practice on the mat and putting it into practice in life. OVERVIEW We are looking for a creative and inspired leader to join the Alo family as a Product Development Manager. The candidate’s responsibility will be to work with a cross functional team of talented individuals and ensure the product is built with integrity, intention and aligned with our brand vision and values. The ideal candidate will have a proven product development track record in the accessories/ handbag industry. As a member of the Product Development team, you will participate in developing and executing product to align with Design’s vision and the overarching business strategy of our rapidly-growing brand. The ideal candidate will work closely and collaboratively with Design, Raw Material, Technical Design, Planning and Merchandising teams to create beautiful and innovative product. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the product creation process from design hand off to production approval Establish and execute the brand strategy to achieve financial, quality and product goals. Negotiate cost Collaborate with cross functional teams from Design, Technical Design, Raw Material R+D and Sourcing to ensure on time delivery per set calendar dates each season. Manage multi-season development calendars and the execution for all tasks related to the Product Development cycle Responsible for Key Performance indicators that include but not limited to Cost management and IMU targets, vendor scorecard, fit approval and salesman sample execution Work with team to allocate bulk orders to appropriate suppliers through consideration of available capacity, capability, workmanship and costing. Lead processe
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