Product Lead - Elevated Collections

Tiffany & Co.•New York, NY

30d

About The Position

The Product Lead is responsible for product marketing of a specific jewelry collection, building and executing the vision and strategy set with the Director. This involves creating product roadmaps aligned with brand strategy, annual calendar, business objectives, and regional insights, and managing the product lifecycle from concept to launch. Mentors Specialists in coordinating product development. The Product Lead is the key driver of development processes, owning and piloting milestones from design to in-store, carefully monitoring demand planning for perfect in-store execution.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field
5+ years of experience in Product & or Marketing, preferably in the luxury goods or jewelry industry.
A passion for jewelry and the luxury goods industry. Strong understanding of jewelry design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
A demonstrated curiosity, entrepreneurial and creative flair.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Nice To Haves

MBA
Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) software.

Responsibilities

Executes & refines multi-year product roadmaps aligned with brand strategy and annual calendar, based on direction from the Director.
Conducts market and competitive analysis within the assigned product collection.
Identifies market opportunities within the assigned product Collection and translates them into actionable product strategies.
Defines the target customer and develops compelling naming/product positioning/story-telling.
Monitors industry trends to inform product development and Marketing strategies.
Works closely with cross-functional teams (Design, Sales Merchandising, Marketing, Demand Planning, Supply Chain) to ensure alignment and successful execution of product plans.
Develops financial forecasts for the assigned product collection that align with company objectives, with Sales Merchandising and demand planning.
Manages the day-to-day product lifecycle from concept to launch and beyond, to ensure product sustainability (within the bounds provided by the Director).
Oversees all stages of product development: ideation, prototyping, design, demand planning, sourcing, production, packaging, and launch; ensures quality and cost-effectiveness are considered at all stages.
Manages key project milestones and builds comprehensive design briefs with clear product specifications, target costs and market requirements.
Manages the collection's product portfolio (active / T/E Flags), leads pricing strategies in line with the Directors vision, and monitors product performance.
Defines the pricing strategy, based on internal mapping coherence and external competitiveness.
Analyzes sales data, consumer feedback, and industry best practices to provide recommendations on product assortment and lifecycle, and works with Sales Merchandising and regional teams to identify opportunities for localized assortments.
Oversees the creation of compelling product names, stories and content that resonates with target audiences.
Collaborates with Communications Marketing, PR and Omni teams to generate excitement and buzz around new product launches.
Oversees local execution of global plans with Sales & Communications Marketing teams, and provides support and training to regions for newness.
Mentors Specialists responsible for coordinating product development and managing the product portfolio on a day-to-day basis.
Provides guidance, support, and mentorship to team members to foster their professional growth and development.
Promotes a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.
Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
Demonstrates strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.