Associate Product Line Management

Associate Product Line Management:
Passion for the consumer and creating amazing products.
Phenomenal attention to detail and organization skills.
Desire to grow in the role and take on product line ownership in Women’s critical initiatives.
Collaborative, team-oriented mentality.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Strong presentation skills.
Self-motivator that thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to prioritize workload and manage through ambiguity and change.

What will you work on?
If this is you, you’ll be working with Product Management and a cross-functional team (Merchandising, Design and Technical Design) on the footwear creation process from brief to final product approval.

This role is a hybrid and will require an in-office presence that is three-two schedule.

Associate Product Line Management Responsibilities:
Ensure that Product Team hits all Game Plan Dates; help prepare for meetings ( sample set-up, document preparation, managing pre-read documents, recapping meetings, etc.).
Documentation Management: Documenting scrutiny comments (per sample/model) and Communicating changes to the triad and key partners.
Sample Organization: Tracking and Organizing Samples.
Consumer Info Share: Keeping the team informed on the changes with the consumer through newsletters and creative consumer downloads.
Presentation Building: In collaboration with the Merchandising team, create impactful presentations to effectively handover the line to our Geo partners.

Data Management:
You will manage the product creation workflow through data management and effective collaboration across cross-functional triad partners. You will be delivering on key dates and holding yourself accountable to be a great teammate. Ensure data accuracy in key documents; VLP, 3YR Line Plan, Sells Tools, Miro Boards.
In addition, you will learn how to analyze various business metrics to help you plan and manage the line with your SPLM. You will work with the category information analyst to confirm the accuracy of the information in the MMX system (i.e., FOB, landed costs, targeted wholesale prices, forecasted units). You will help manage the three-year line plan.
A typical day/week includes ensuring the accuracy of the information in key systems, sample management, participating in and conducting meetings, and providing clear communication to guide cross-functional teams thru critical checkpoints.

Who will you work with?
We work closely with our Product Management and Merchandising teammates, Design and Tech Development, Planning, and Operational teams to manage the product creation cycle.

Associate Product Line Management Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or an additional three years of relevant work experience instead of a degree.
2 years of related experience in a product-related role.
Ability to manage multiple product creation timelines.
Passion for product, sneaker culture, and women’s businesses.
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Strong work ethic; takes the initiative and is proactive.
A sense of curiosity and an eagerness to learn.
Strong decision-making skills and the ability to drive consensus.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presentations (efficient in Keynote, Miro, PPT, etc.).

Salary: $30.80-$33.80/hr. (DOE)

Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible VanderHouwen contractors and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

About VanderHouwen
VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen has been successfully placing experienced professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide. Our recruitment teams are highly specialized in either Technology and IT, Engineering, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Our recruiters value building meaningful, professional relationships with each candidate as well as developing honed knowledge of companies' staffing needs and workplaces. Partner with us to land your next exciting career.
VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal civil rights laws.

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