Production Associate

Lucky Brand; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Associate Product Manager to manage product development and production for various brands. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and organizational skills, along with a solid understanding of retail math and product life cycles. The position may require travel and adherence to an in-office presence, with flexibility for hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

Health Care

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off starting at 15 days

Overtime Pay

Flexible Schedule

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in Production/Product Development.
• Experience managing product categories independently.
• Understanding of product development life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop, source, and place seasonal programs.
• Monitor production TNA and ensure timely approvals.
• Communicate production requirements with suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational

Communication

Retail Math

Business Acumen

Negotiation

Multi-tasking

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

Job description

The Associate Product Manager, in partnership with cross-functional teams (Merchandising, Design, Technical Design, etc.), manages the product development and production process for Nautica and Lucky Men’s Clubs Costco, BJ’s, and Sam’s. The Associate Product Manager proactively seeks opportunities to elevate the product, achieve the financial goals of the category, and enhance operational efficiency.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Develop, source, and place programs on a seasonal basis, emphasizing quality and maintaining business plans.
2. Regularly meet with cross-functional teams throughout the line-building process to maintain awareness of overall assortment and key items.
3. Address issues related to initial pricing, production, fabric development, and targets.
4. Closely monitor production TNA (fits, approvals, etc.) and ensure the timeliness of all processes and approvals for all Clubs requirements.
5. Investigate ways to shorten lead-times and increase flexibility.
6. Communicate and enforce the Brands’ production, quality, and delivery requirements with all suppliers.

Position Requirements:

1. Minimum of 2 years of experience in Production/Product Development, preferably within a vertical or wholesale retail organization.
2. Prior experience managing product categories independently.
3. Clear understanding of the product development and product life cycle.
4. Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
5. Strong retail math and business acumen/financial skills.
6. Ability to negotiate costing and pricing with vendors.
7. Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
8. Ability to multi-task and shift priorities effectively.
9. Flexible, organized, team player.
10. Travel may be required based on business needs.
11. Adherence to regular in-office presence, including in-person meetings and collaboration, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.
12. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor; duties may change as per company needs.
13. Must have authorization to work in the United States.

Pay is based on several factors including position and experience. Benefits include health care, life insurance, long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, paid time off starting at 15 days, overtime pay (if hourly), flexible schedule, and employee discounts. More details are available at this link.

Reasonable Accommodation

The Company provides reasonable accommodation to enable qualified employees with disabilities to perform essential functions, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Equal Opportunity Employment

Catalyst Brands is committed to diversity and inclusion, maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job functions safely and successfully.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance.
• Remain stationary for up to 8 hours per day.
• Operate computers and office equipment, viewing monitors for up to 8 hours.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Reach at or below shoulder level and carry equipment or samples as needed.