Manager, Product Development (RTW & Leather goods), Coachtopia Job at Tapestry,

Manager, Product Development (RTW & Leather goods), Coachtopia

Company: Coach

Location: New York, NY, US

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last—for you to be yourself in.

Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible.

A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive.

Title: Coachtopia Product Development Manager Ready to Wear and Leather Goods

Primary Purpose: The Product Development Manager will support the PD team as a key liaison between design, production, merchandising, and materials for the RTW + Leathergoods team. The PD manager must ensure that design adheres to the development timeline and is responsible for timeliness, accuracy, and execution of samples along with carrying out circular initiatives.

Reports to: Sr. Director of Product Development

Responsibilities:

• Ready to Wear and Leather goods experience needed.
• Manage the day-to-day activities of the PD team based on priorities set by the Team Lead.
• Act as a knowledge sharing hub/conduit for information and own communication of development with cross-functional partners (PD, Design, Merchandising, Materials, Production, Compliance, Marketing, and overseas teams).
• Build relationships with internal and external partners that facilitate synergy and collaboration.
• Partner with IS and business partners to suggest improvements and efficiencies within our systems.
• Manage and maintain all development activities using various tools: ecVision sample modules, material modules, development logs, material and hardware matrices, design cards, and functionality charts.
• Partner with Materials Management teams to ensure materials are in work and on track for milestone deliverables.
• Review prototype samples with a focus on product execution, consistency of details, and an understanding of Design’s aesthetic intent.
• Own and manage standardizing Design intent for newness silhouettes each season.
• Manage approval of proto samples within the Product Development Timeline (PDT) deadlines to ensure timely execution of all product decisions and quality issues.
• Oversee material approvals and resolution of DNPs (Do Not Purchase) and TBDs to meet matrix validation deadlines.
• Manage all costing activities/milestones according to the PDT and other cost-related sub-calendars (development costs, final costs, and monthly PO costs) and manage cross-functional discussions in costing meetings.
• Implement and coordinate projects and initiatives aimed at improving margins and circular design.
• Facilitate and prepare packages for local and overseas development and sampling.
• Communicate sampling requests directly to local and overseas factories and vendors.

Competencies for All Employees:

• Courage: Provides direct, complete, and actionable feedback; faces up to people problems quickly and directly.
• Creativity: Generates unique ideas; makes connections among previously unrelated notions.
• Customer Focus: Dedicated to meeting customer expectations; establishes effective relationships with customers.
• Dealing with Ambiguity: Effectively copes with change and uncertainty.
• Drive for Results: Exceeds goals consistently; pushes self and others for results.
• Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people; builds effective relationships.
• Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; analyzes successes and failures for improvement.

Competencies for All People Managers:

• Strategic Agility: Anticipates future consequences and trends accurately; creates competitive strategies.
• Developing Direct Reports and Others: Provides challenging tasks; constructs and executes development plans.
• Building Effective Teams: Creates strong morale and spirit in their team; fosters open dialogue.

Coach is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Tapestry, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs.

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