Product Development Coordinator

Product Development Coordinator

The Product Development Coordinator assembles and coordinates the details of the seasonal product development process and helps a cross-functional team that includes Design, Merchandising and Production, to plan, create and execute product lines.

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategy & Innovation

• Assist in development of seasonal product strategies for category with Design, Merchandising and Production teams, including trend identification, color palette, concept, category, style, costing and pricing; balance key items/fashion/basics; track costing and retail pricing framework to maximize consumer value; record previous best sellers and application in current, trend-appropriate assortments
• Review category products as directed to ensure brand cohesiveness

Operations & Results

• Track and follow-up on Product Development calendar for optimum operational efficiency; partner with Design, Merchandising Production and Sales to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Keep record of departmental, brand, and category production needs to help plan allocation of orders and balance workload among vendors to minimize risk; identify and raise quality and technical issues, where appropriate
• Attend and take detailed notes at product review meetings, including edits, board review, pre-costing and post-season reviews, and fittings; track checklist of any or all legal requirements, including placement of goods in approved facilities
• Track and assist with creation of complete Product Profile Sheets; keep record of shipments, proto and sales samples

Customers & Relationships

• Coordinate and track communication and follow-up with internal and external constituents around the world, including customers, suppliers, vendors and licensors, where applicable; assist with problem solving as needed

Leadership & Teams

• Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary

Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have

• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail oriented, meticulous and creative
• Creativity, sensibility for merchandising and customer needs
• Bachelor's Degree
• 1 - 3 years experience and/or training in merchandising or product development
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Centric Brands though workshops, resources, and inspiring conversation.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $72,000

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Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer