Project Manager

LUXURY BRAND PARTNERS L

1d•$90,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and talented Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will execute both long- and short-term Brand objectives relating to product-to-market for the launch of assigned projects with a goal of timeliness, cost effectiveness and inventory management. Coordinate new product development with all departments, including Marketing, Product Development, Packaging, Supply Chain and Finance. Manage the development of all materials necessary to support new brand or product introductions including finished goods, samples, displays and collateral. The ideal candidate excels at timeline management, supplier alignment, cost analysis, process optimization, and proactive risk management. As a member of the Finance & Operations team, you will collaborate with all teams cross-functionally and report directly to the SVP Finance & Operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field (MBA a plus)
5–8+ years of experience in Supply Chain, sourcing, PD, or project management within CPG, beauty, or retail.
Strong understanding of product development and commercialization processes.
Demonstrated analytical capability including cost modeling, supplier negotiations
Exceptional Strong analytical, critical thinking and process improvement skills
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Experience in driving Sourcing Process across various functional teams
Demonstrated ability to develop and foster relationships across different functional areas
Proven understanding of the end-to-end supply chain to ensure decisions align with the overall strategy
Attention to detail, follow-through and organizational skills
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, twist, and squat to adjust or position equipment, cameras, or set up for events.
Prolonged periods standing, bending, stooping, and reaching Must be able to focus on detailed work for extended periods, which may lead to eye strain or fatigue.
Must be able to perform tasks that require fine motor skills, including typing and using a mouse.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced, often time-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

Lead Sourcing initiatives to develop best practices, process improvements, reporting, savings pipeline development, negotiations, contracts management, policies, new supplier creation, supplier due diligence, training, and technology platforms
Spearhead Item Code & BOM creation for new product launches and changes.
Manage internal costing files and analyze supplier cost breakdowns using internal and external benchmarks
Lead strategic negotiations with suppliers regarding prices, quality, volumes, lead times, contract and payment terms, framework agreements, etc.
Build and maintain internal project timelines based on vendor schedules and internal cross functional milestones, ensuring tasks, owners, and deadlines are clearly communicated.
Own and facilitate internal cross-functional timeline meetings, ensuring open milestones are reviewed, risks are flagged to cross functional team members, and action items are facilitated to completion.
Attend weekly vendor/manufacturer meetings, track deliverables across all aspects of product goods including packaging, regulatory and testing while supporting communication between partners and internal teams.
Present project updates and key milestones in cross-functional NPD meetings (new product development)
Identify risks and bottlenecks proactively, escalating when needed and proposing solutions to keep launches on track.
Maintain launch calendar and status trackers for all new product development & changes calendar.
Responsible for mapping the supplier market across the Americas region for different categories and working with cross-functional partners to develop new suppliers and/or category strategies
Generate and maintain costing reports to identify cost-saving opportunities by analyzing spending against annual volumes.
Continuously monitor supplier performance, implementing improvement plans as necessary and addressing quality, service, or cost issues.
Evaluate and forecast vendor capacity to develop allocation strategies.
Contribute to the development and enhancement of supplier scorecards and review processes to drive ongoing improvements.
Optimize purchasing sources by continuously following and analyzing selected suppliers in terms of financial stability and quality
Elaborate and ensure relevant contracts run smoothly; assess the satisfaction of internal clients and intervene to settle any disputes thru Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
Track savings initiatives, budget impacts, and supplier cost performance.
Assist with special projects or initiatives as needed to support departmental goals.
Provide backup coverage for team members during absences or peak workload periods.
Perform additional administrative tasks or clerical duties as assigned.
Support cross-departmental efforts or collaborative initiatives when required.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance along with additional ancillary benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts (FSA/HSA)
Employer paid life insurance coverage with optional supplemental life insurance available
Employer paid long-term and short-term disability
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Starting with 10 vacation days, 4 fixed personal days and 5 sick days (unless state law requires otherwise, in which case we will comply with state law)
Twelve paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Summer Fridays between Memorial Day & Labor Day
Compensation commensurate with industry standards and your qualifications
401(k) with company match
Monthly technology allowance
Eligible for annual discretionary bonus
Quarterly sample boxes featuring our brands products
Employee referral program with rewards