URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)

FP Movement Product Development Sr Manager

URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly) • $100K — $130K *
Philadelphia, PA 19120In-Person
Retail & Consumer Goods
11 - 15 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Product Development, Textile Science, or related field
  • 12 years of experience in garment wash & dyeing
  • Strong understanding of functional garment construction and fabric performance
  • Strong knowledge of global sourcing, manufacturing, and costing processes
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe software, and PLM systems
  • Keen attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills
  • Proactive problem solver comfortable with changing priorities

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute product development strategies
  • Foster partnerships with factories for seamless product development
  • Provide expertise on quality, sustainability, and costing needs
  • Analyze cost breakdowns and identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Ensure accurate communication for product execution
  • Facilitate testing and risk assessment with materials and suppliers
  • Manage development calendars and troubleshoot issues as needed
  • Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing and development processes
  • Compile accurate product information for marketing materials
  • Streamline processes to enhance efficiency and speed to market
  • Manage multi-season development calendars and report progress
  • Communicate with teams to meet schedules and quality standards
  • Travel internationally for vendor meetings and cost negotiations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Generous employee discounts
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Additional benefits subject to location and employment status
Full Job Description
Role Summary

FP Movement is looking for a Sr. Product Development Manager. Collaborating with a variety of cross functional partners (Director of PD, Brand Director, TD, etc.) the Senior Product Development Manager successfully executes strategies set by leadership and can proactively identify potential obstacles for their product category within their assigned Brand. In this role you will own the commercialization of product from hand off to buy ready for salesmen sample and bulk production. You will be responsible for executing products in accordance with the company's operational calendar, standards of quality, functionality & accuracy, and in alignment with the brand's profitability goals.

Role Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Design, Buying, Tech Design, Materials, Production, and external partners to effectively execute product development and IMU goals.
  • Develop and foster a collaborative partnership with the factories to facilitate seamless product development through bulk production for assigned styles according to critical dates, product end use, sustainability, quality, performance, and margin goals. Delegating and planning workflow accordingly.
  • Provide expertise and partnership with Materials team on necessary end-use requirements including quality, sustainability, and costing needs.
  • Analyze cost breakdowns and manage costing data in PLM. Responsible for identifying opportunities for cost savings, efficient manufacturing, and construction that meet quality requirements. Strive to outperform margin goals while protecting product integrity.
  • Ensure consistent, accurate information and communication to support desired product execution.
  • Collaborate with Materials & suppliers to facilitate testing and ensure testing meets brand expectations. Be responsible for partnering on materials commercialization, risk assessment and decision-making.
  • Plan, follow and communicate development calendars with partners. Facilitate the hand-off from product development to assigned production vendor. Assist in troubleshooting any issues as needed.
  • Present and execute alternative options for construction, etc. when needed to meet margin goals while maintaining design intent/ aesthetic, product integrity and functionality.
  • Drive continuous improvement partnering with suppliers, TD and Design teams to create supplemental technical construction guides and standard features packages. Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and incorporate learnings in future seasons.
  • Responsible for compiling accurate copy and product features for marketing material and expert product support to the brand for in store marketing / events, online content, etc.
  • Streamline processes to support efficiency & agility. Identify, initiate, and create opportunities in the Product Development process to gain speed to market, resource, quality, and overall efficiency.
  • Manage multi-season development calendars tracking seasonal product development progress and reporting in PLM.
  • Facilitate strong external and internal communication with the focus on superior product quality.
  • Communicate closely with cross functional teams throughout the development process to ensure finished goods meet planned schedules and quality standards. Demonstrate leadership in managing projects that collaborate across various product teams.
  • Travel internationally to visit vendors for development and cost negotiations.


Role Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design, Product Development, Textile Science, or related field
  • 12 years of experience with background in garment wash & dyeing.
  • Strong understanding of functional garment construction, fabric performance, and technical specifications.
  • Strong knowledge of global sourcing, manufacturing, and the costing process.
  • Ability to anticipate category business needs, and develop creative, long-term solutions
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe software, PLM systems or other similar database systems.
  • Candidate must have keen attention to detail, strong organizational skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be deadline driven, have a proactive approach to problem solving and be comfortable with changing priorities.
  • Works with a high sense of urgency and integrity, easily and quickly adapts to change, and is motivated by deadlines and new challenges.
  • Ability to independently travel based on years of experience in field.


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

About URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)

URBN is a portfolio of global consumer brands comprised of Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, BHLDN, Terrain, Nuuly and Menus & Venues. Urban Outfitters, Inc. is a lifestyle specialty retail company that operates under the Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, BHLDN, Terrain, Nuuly and Menus & Venues brands. The company's Urban Outfitters brand offers women's and men's fashion apparel, footwear, beauty and accessories, activewear and gear, and housewares, as well as music, primarily vinyl records and cassettes. The Anthropologie Group brand sells women's apparel, accessories, intimates, home decor, and gifts. The Free People brand includes bohemian apparel, accessories, intimates, and swimwear. The BHLDN brand offers wedding collections. The Terrain brand sells home goods, gifts, and garden products. The Nuuly brand is a subscription-based rental service for women's apparel. The Menus & Venues brand is a hospitality group that operates restaurants and catering.
Learn more about URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)
Size
25,000 employees
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$282 million
Founded
1970
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$4 billion
NASDAQ
URBN
* Ladders Estimates

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