FP Movement PD Coordinator

URBN • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

FP Movement is looking for a PD Coordinator to coordinate tasks using sound project management principles, focused on a specific product type. In this role you will coordinate product communication with core & extended team members while demonstrating an understanding of apparel development, manufacturing & technical construction. Develops an understanding of the brand vision, goals & strategies and basic URBN fundamentals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3-5 years’ experience in apparel development
• Proficiency in Excel/Word/Slides/Sheets & PLM software
• Attention to details.
• Working knowledge of fabric and construction
• Continually seeking opportunities for process improvements
• Displays courteous & effective written & oral communication skills; communicates ideas clearly & concisely.

Responsibilities

• Ability to apply the basic product validation within the product assortment assigned and communicates & elevates issues, project risks & impacts to their manager.
• Demonstrates understanding of material tests, physical tests, fit & wear tests & how to apply them to ensure that the products they are responsible for meet and or exceed the consumer expectations.
• Knowledgeable in basic retail math and understanding the garment costing with the support & coaching from their manager.
• Meets assigned deadlines, taking direction regarding shifting priorities.
• Break down assignments into sequential steps & completes day-to-day individual tasks.
• Keeps projects on track by coordinating multiple tasks, monitoring the critical path, and meeting milestones / project deadlines, meeting the quality of deliverables at every stage.
• Learn about & become knowledgeable in apparel construction and to evaluate proto samples for quality and cost.
• Develops an understanding of margins, cost factors and how they influence decision making.
• Demonstrates a creative approach to problem solving and curiosity for change & learning.
• Incorporates the appropriate use of different forms of communication (when to use face to face, email, phone, etc.).
• Actively participates in all forums they attend.
• Begins to develop an understanding of the relationships & cultures of our global partners and an understanding of competition in the marketplace.
• Supports team with sample tracking and reporting.

Benefits

• URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees.
• Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more!
• For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level