Category Manager, Consumer Products

1 month ago

Draper, United States Chalk Couture Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:

General Information about position and Chalk Couture:  Are you a problem solving DIY’er?  Do you have an eye for detail and color palettes? Are you looking to work for a company where you can utilize your creativity? If so, keep on reading because we are the company for you  We want people who are creative, fun, outgoing and willing to bring their Zing  We are Chalk Couture, a DIY and crafting company based in Draper, Utah,  and we bring innovation to creators. 

To help us continue expanding our offerings, we’re in search of an experienced Product Development Manager with an emphasis in home decor and crafting. The ideal candidate will have a passion for art and design, creative interests, a keen eye for gaps in consumer product offerings and an innovative mindset for filling them. This person should be a highly skilled project manager with a proven ability to strategize the full lifecycle of a product, from conception to release. We’re looking for a confident leader who can guide cross-functional teams in the creation of products that improve customer experience and grow market share.  This position will be a hybrid position working in the office 3 days a week.  No relocation package is being offered.


Objectives of this role

  • Drive the product- and business-planning processes for cross-functional teams
  • Analyze customer needs, current market trends, and potential partnerships from an ROI and build-vs-buy perspective
  • Assess current competitor offerings and seek opportunities for differentiation
  • Analyze product requirements and develop appropriate programs to ensure they’re met
  • Develop, implement, and maintain production timelines across multiple departments
  • Appraise new product and category ideas and strategize appropriate go-to-market plans


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Drive the execution of all processes in the product life cycle, including product and market research, competitor analysis, planning, positioning, requirements and roadmap development, and product launch of all items/categories assigned.
  • Handle the project management, timelines, and communication with the entire process of categories/items assigned.
  • Translate product strategy into detailed requirements for prototyping and final development by the supplier
  • Collaborate closely with product strategy, production (if internal) and marketing, in the development, QA, and release of products, balancing resources to ensure success for the entire organization
  • Work with Supply Chain through development issues to ensure targeted launch dates are met
  • Working with Marketing, develop product positioning and messaging that differentiates Chalk Couture across primary market segments
  • Work directly with vendors overseas and domestic to source new categories and market based items and create exclusive items as well. 
  • Handle pricing and contract negotiations with vendors.

Required skills and qualifications

  • Able to take initiative/ownership to drive projects from conception to completion
  • Strong knowledge of Product Management framework, process and life cycle
  • Experience in a dynamic product management role
  • Proven success in overseeing all elements of the product development lifecycle
  • High effectiveness in working with various stakeholders
  • Experience in delivering finely tuned product marketing strategies
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Experience sourcing, managing, communicating, and negotiating directly with vendors in all locations, overseas and domestic. 

Preferred skills and qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in product management or design
  • 4-6 years of product development experience
  • Experience with a wide range of product programs and product development
  • Experience with consumer packaged goods, direct selling or retail
  • Preferred experience in soft goods categories- home, fashion, accessories. 
  • Metrics-driven experience in defining and developing programs and products to meet market needs
  • Personal interest and passion for crafts, creativity, and innovation with a wide variety of interests. 
  • Have a curiosity for finding unique and innovative ways to create and experiment using a variety of mediums.


Benefits:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401K with match

PTO and paid holidays

Office perks and events

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