Retail Product Manager

Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Dental insurance Health insurance JOB TITLE: Product Manager LOCATION: East Coast/Tri-state area REPORTS TO: VP, Product & Merchandising TYPE: Exempt SALARY: $100k-$120k Note: Relocation and any associated costs are the sole responsibility of the person hired for this position. RESPONSIBILITIES • Develops and managers product portfolio consistent with brand values and corporate goals including new product development, SKU count, productivity, markdown strategy and exit strategy. • Works with global product team during Seasonal development cycle to ensure all product briefs are executed to reach company revenue goals. • Regularly analyzes and responds to selling trends, inventory reports, sell through detail, etc. to ensure company objectives are met. • Gathers and analyzes feedback from sales teams, marketing partners, retailers and consumers and implements as appropriate into product and brand portfolio strategies. • Provides clear and consistent brand vision across all sectors including selling teams, marketing teams, tradeshows, special events and public relations. • Drives brand presentation standards and values including seasonal presentations, catalog and print media, trade shoes, promotions etc. • Supports and motivates selling teams with operational tools, selling strategies, sponsorship and brand outlook. Provides regular and consistent communications to stakeholders regarding current strategies, projects and timelines. • Maintains current knowledge of emerging trends in all relevant industries including footwear, health and wellness, fashion and media. Shares and implements as appropriate. • Regularly attends trade shoes, professional events, consumer events, and buy meetings representing the brand, product development process, corporate office and larger brand values. • Represents the brand in professional, trade, consumer, and public relations opportunities including, brand history and values, product design, health and wellness, market trends, and future direction. • Partners with VP, Product and Merchandising and  counterparts to ensure consistent brand messaging and brand value creation. • Leads, develops and mentors staff. • Other projects and duties as assigned. POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in Business, Industrial Design, Marketing or related field from a four-year College or university or combination of relevant education, experience and training. • Three plus years in Category Management to include financial contributions, margin analysis and inventory management. • Minimum three years’ experience in Product Design and Product Development. • Experience with wholesale sales, retail management, consumer relations, or ecommerce management, footwear industry preferred. • Experience with marketing, product merchandising, visual merchandising, branding, footwear industry preferred. • Solid understanding of fashion industry, color theory, consumer trends and consumer behavior. • Solid knowledge of regulations in regard to manufacturing, product safety, consumer protection and child safety. • Experience managing and developing a team of direct reports. • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including facilitating meetings and presentations with a high degree of integrity. Should be comfortable presenting in front of large groups of people with great presentation skills and the ability to engage and influence. • Strong Excel skills. • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and PowerPoint. • SAP experience a plus. • Strong process improvement and problem-solving skills. • Works with a sense of urgency and efficiency without sacrificing accuracy and quality. • Takes ownership for all assigned areas of responsibility. • Excellent time management skills. • High attention to detail and accuracy. • Strong organizational skills. • Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. • Ability to travel domestically (home offices) and internationally required.   This is a remote position.