Product Specialist- Global Brands

Renfro Brands • Winston-Salem, NC

28d • Onsite

About The Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. SUMMARY Seeking a motivated and detail orientated Product Specialist to join our team. Looking for someone who is business minded with a passion to be creative. The Product Specialist will be responsible for supporting the Designer and Design Director in aspects of product management. This person will collaborate with the Design team on: -Tech Pack Creation -Sample intake and management -Color approvals -CAD Deck Management -Sample and Approval Management through Licensed Vendor Systems

Requirements

• Excellent attention to detail, time management skills and meeting deadlines
• Positive attitude and ability to handle highly confidential information
• Ability to reflect positive attitude and disciplined work ethic
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to work independently
• High energy level
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience in being a self-starter
• Ability to deal with internal/external customers with enthusiasm and professionalism
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are essential
• Must possess confidence, good judgment, energy and the right personality to work in a challenging environment
• Associates or higher degree in design, textiles, or product development. Will consider equivalent industry experience of three years or more combined with certificate program.
• Some design and CAD experience related to apparel, accessories or graphic design industries required.
• Proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong team player with excellent communication and problem solving skills.
• Understanding of brand aesthetics, specific market, customer and costing.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment with strong organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and understanding of sock machinery is a plus.
• PDM and/or PLM experience is a plus
• Willing to travel on occasion if needed to assist with meetings or trend research

Responsibilities

• Sample Development: Request, track, and receive development samples, managing the approval process of style and color through PLM.
• Technical Knowledge: Understand knit construction and yarn development in order to be able to comment on development samples.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate PLM style tech packs, ensure CAD decks are updated with all current information. Sample and Approval Management through Licensed Vendor Systems
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams on product requests and approvals, CAD deck needs, sample needs, and other functions necessary in the lifecycle of a product.
• The Product Specialist will work closely with cross functional teams to ensure timelines are met, communications are clear and organized. This person needs to have a creative eye, understand product, construction, be able to manage multiple things concurrently and be able to drive the business forward with the ability to adhere to brand integrity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree