Temporary Associate Product Development Manager

Role Summary

Anthropologie is looking for a Temporary Associate Product Development Manager. Reporting to the Sr Category Director, the Associate PD Manager is responsible for the development and execution of a dynamic business, manufacturing, and operational strategy which anticipates the needs of both the Brand and the supply chain. 

Role Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sr Category Director on the creation of a strategic and operational globalsourcing strategy in line with current and upcoming needs of the Brand. Lead the execution of amanufacturing strategy that aligns with Brand and URBN initiatives around innovative products,speed, cost reduction, quality, risk mitigation, supplier continuity, and utilization of emergingmarkets/opportunities.
• Oversee the management of production time and action for outstanding development asneeded for successful on-time product delivery. Lead the order placement process, ensuringtarget place dates align with business strategies, and that best possible deliveries are regularlymet.
• Understand supplier capabilities and strengths, as well as opportunities for improvement.Ensure action plans are created and implemented where warranted to further alignment andmaximize opportunity between URBN and suppliers. Maintain positive, productive relationshipswith URBN suppliers.
• Build key relationships between stakeholders to create a calendar that drive speed to marketinitiatives and reduces weeks of supply. Collaborate with cross functional partners to meetmargin goals and costing metrics.
• Responsible for the execution of whole production process. Collaborate with Sr CategoryDirector on strategic management of product allocation; production flexibility; monthlycapacities; and machine capabilities. Evaluate freight modes for distribution center receipt andflow.
• Provide strong leadership, management, development, and training to the Brand Sourcing teammembers. Continuously evaluate the team and align the team/process to best service the Brand.Solve problems for teams and coach others effectively. Acknowledge and celebrate bothindividual and team wins.
• Successfully execute strategies set by leadership and proactively identify potential obstaclesoffering solutions.Work cross-functionally with team members at all levels, to contribute to strategy and executeon projects. Regularly incorporate feedback from stakeholders as appropriate.Manage distinct area for product or business. Drive decisions and manage output of team.Recognize operational weaknesses or roadblocks and proactively identify opportunities. Seeksupport of leadership to put them into action.
• Exhibit an understanding of other team's perspectives in discussions. Proactively providefeedback to others. Communicate complex information, tailoring audiences and structuringinformation logically and effectively.

Role Qualifications

• A minimum of 8 years of progressive production/sourcing experience within complex, fast-paced apparel environment. Specialty retail and/or direct to consumer experience is preferred.
• Team management experience.
• Successful track record of building relationships with cross functional partners and offering new
• and innovative solutions to sourcing issues/challenges.
• Experience developing and leveraging strategic business relationships with vendors/suppliers.
• Process improvement capabilities include proven examples of implementing operationalefficiencies.
• Works with a high sense of integrity and urgency driven by deadlines and new challenges.
• Deep understanding of sourcing strategy and levers to pull to promote speed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

EEO Statement

URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.