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Senior Product Development Manager
URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly). Execute product development strategies for the assigned brand and product category .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in product development strategies, including commercialization, cost management, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in managing product integrity, quality standards, and efficient manufacturing processes while leading teams and driving continuous improvement.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Product Development StrategiesFunctional Garment ConstructionGlobal Sourcing KnowledgePLM Systems ExperienceTeam Management
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Hard Skills
Product CommercializationCost AnalysisTechnical SpecificationsMaterials TestingWorkflow PlanningSustainability PracticesGarment ConstructionCosting ProcessProduct DevelopmentMulti-Season Development
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationProblem Solving
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeAdobe SoftwarePLM Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Apparel DesignBachelor’s Degree in Product DevelopmentBachelor’s Degree in Textile Science
Industry Keywords
Soft WovensManufacturingCost NegotiationsProduct IntegrityQuality Standards
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Execute product development strategies for the assigned brand and product category
- Own product commercialization from handoff through buy-ready salesman sample and bulk production
- Collaborate with Design, Buying, Tech Design, Materials, Production, suppliers, factories, and external partners
- Develop products according to critical dates, end use, sustainability, quality, performance, and margin goals
- Plan and delegate workflow for assigned styles through bulk production
- Advise Materials on end-use quality, sustainability, and costing requirements
- Analyze cost breakdowns and manage costing data in PLM
- Identify cost savings, efficient manufacturing, and construction opportunities while protecting product integrity
- Coordinate materials testing, commercialization, risk assessment, and decision-making with suppliers and Materials
- Plan, track, and communicate multi-season development calendars and report progress in PLM
- Facilitate handoff from product development to production vendors and troubleshoot issues
- Present alternative construction options to meet margin goals while maintaining design intent, product integrity, and functionality
- Drive continuous improvement through technical construction guides and standard feature packages
- Compile accurate copy and product features for marketing materials and provide expert product support
- Streamline product development processes to improve speed to market, resources, quality, and efficiency
- Lead cross-functional projects and ensure finished goods meet schedules and quality standards
- Travel internationally to visit vendors for development and cost negotiations
- Manage a team
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Product Development, Textile Science, or related field
- 12 years of experience developing soft wovens
- Strong understanding of functional garment construction, fabrics, and technical specifications
- Experience working with multiple COO's
- 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 similar database systems
- Keen attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Deadline-driven with a proactive approach to problem solving and comfort with changing priorities
- High sense of urgency and integrity; ability to quickly adapt to change and motivation by deadlines and new challenges
- Ability to independently travel based on years of experience in the field
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Generous employee discounts
- Retirement savings
- Anti-harassment training for managers and employees