Adults Footwear - PDM Product Development Manager

Clarks•Needham, MA

About The Position

The role of the Product Development Manager is responsible for all phases of the product development process; From initial concept and system planning through sample delivery, design studio management, and production sign-off.

Requirements

Knowledge of working and managing a product development process
Experience using Centric PLM system preferred. Or experience with other PLM systems.
Ability to prioritize, organize, and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment in order to meet changing demands and timelines
Experience working with off shore Development teams.
Ability to work cross-functionally in a Team environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Detailed knowledge of Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Office®, E Copy, & Range Tracker
Proactive and self-motivated
Keen attention to detail

Responsibilities

Integrate seamlessly into the product team as the key ‘Product Development Manager’ component.
Manage the end-to-end development process in Centric PLM and Range Tracker systems.
Work directly with the Design Team to create, manage, and update Product Specs/ BOMs for all samples.
Be the central point of contact between factories and business unit for all product related queries.
Manage Pricing, Delivery Dates, Product Details and Lineage throughout the Season with necessary adjustments at milestone reviews.
Partner with Off-Shore PD, Development Engineers, and Product Data Teams to Manage the Buy-Readiness Process ensuring all products are ready for PO.
Order, Track and manage delivery of all samples for internal use, including Prototype, Milestone, and Sales specific samples
Own the Product Confirmation process and sign-off final samples for Production.
Approve/Reject shoe, material, and construction against standards and specifications.
Work across Line Management, Design, Merchandising and Sales teams as the go-to product knowledge expert.
Participate in milestone meetings and merchandising sessions to summarize necessary actions.
Be involved in daily product team meetings and have an opinion on product direction, color, and material.
Work on a global team with our counterparts in the UK that make up balance of the Mens Product Team
Maintain the Product Studio and Manage the Sample flow.
Provide additional ad hoc support to the business unit in a fast-paced product environment