Manager, Product Development (Sporting Goods)- Sam's Club
About The Position
The Manager, Product Development leads the end-to-end management of product specifications and lifecycle processes to ensure alignment with business objectives and member needs. This role collaborates cross-functionally to drive product initiatives, resolve issues through root cause analysis, and deliver quality products on time. By leveraging market insights and performance data, the manager supports strategic product decisions and continuous improvement. Additionally, this position fosters strong partnerships, oversees sourcing activities, and guides team development while upholding company standards and promoting operational excellence across all product development stages. This position is based on-site in Bentonville, Arkansas. The team delivers high-quality, functional products that enhance member experiences across the Sporting Goods category. By integrating product innovation, design, and assortment planning, the team manages product development from concept to delivery with a strong focus on quality, performance, and member value. Collaborating across functions, the team applies strategic insight and effective project management to meet member needs and support business goals. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence, the team drives product lifecycle management and fosters strong communication to ensure successful execution and impactful product offerings.
Requirements
- Proven experience managing product specifications throughout the entire product lifecycle to meet quality and member requirements.
- Strong skills in cross-functional project management, collaborating effectively with internal and external partners.
- Expertise in product strategy development supported by data analysis and industry benchmarking.
- Ability to perform root cause analysis and recommend solutions to resolve product issues promptly.
- Excellent communication skills to provide clear updates and align teams on product initiatives.
- Demonstrated capability to streamline processes and drive continuous improvement in product development.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Design, or related field and 2 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in design, merchandising, marketing, or related area.
Nice To Haves
- Customer Service
- Data Analysis and Insights
- Microsoft Office
- Product Development
- Programming Language - VBA
- Project Management
- Statistical Programming Language - Structured Query Language (SQL)
- Supervising Associates
Responsibilities
- Manage product specifications throughout the entire lifecycle to ensure alignment with quality standards and member needs.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive product development initiatives and resolve issues promptly.
- Conduct industry benchmarking and analyze data to inform product strategies and identify emerging trends.
- Oversee sourcing activities and validate documentation to support business unit objectives and compliance.
- Perform root cause analysis on product variances and recommend solutions to minimize disruptions.
- Communicate progress and updates to cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
- Lead and develop team members, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage
- Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance
- Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
- PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
- short-term and long-term disability
- company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
