Hybrid Product Development & Production Associate Manager

LOFT; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount (LOFT/Ann Taylor)

Career mobility within our brands

Volunteer opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

LOFT in New York, NY, is seeking an Associate Manager for Product Development & Production. You will support the transition from seasonal development to manufacturing, ensuring design vision and product integrity while meeting financial goals.

The role requires 2-3 years in Production, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong analytical and communication skills. This position operates in a hybrid model with three days in NY and two remote days per week.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in Production.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent functional experience.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational capabilities.
• Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible/adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the process from seasonal development of product to the manufacturing process in alignment with the divisional sourcing strategy.
• Ensures design vision and product integrity standards are met while adhering to the Product Lifecycle Calendar and meeting financial goals.
• Maintains IMU performance, quality, delivery and business practices per company standards.
• Champions the company's values by maintaining effective collaborative relationships and embracing diversity.
• Assists to achieve seasonal IMU aligned to the corporate financial objectives.
• Supports manager to establish target costs and communicates with vendors during meetings.
• Manages purchase orders and revisions through SAP.
• Tracks development testing and samples and maintains seasonal recap charts.

Skills

Detail oriented

Analytical

Verbal and written communication

Flexible/adaptable

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LOFT in New York, NY, is seeking an Associate Manager for Product Development & Production. You will support the transition from seasonal development to manufacturing, ensuring design vision and product integrity while meeting financial goals.

The role requires 2-3 years in Production, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong analytical and communication skills. This position operates in a hybrid model with three days in NY and two remote days per week.