Description/Comment: Backfill- Product Strategy Coordinator **Please list the candidate's level of Excel experience at the top of the resume**** Hybrid-We will be proposing that this positions be a hybrid. Suggested 2x week but there may be times that it would have to be more depending on projects****past experience in product development and line planning strongly preferred or similar*** We are looking for a Product Strategy Coordinator that will support the Strategy Managers in all aspects of the strategy and development process. The ideal candidate is adaptable, can thrive in a fast-paced environment, be detail-oriented, and work well with cross-functional teams. Must be proficient in Excel and PowerPoint. below are strong skill sets we will need to be successful in this role. Proficient in Microsoft (specifically Excel and PPT) Preferred experience in either of these categories of fashion industry/product management/product development/accessories/merchandising/business development Problem Solver/Resourceful Team Player Someone local and flexible to coming into the office as needed or at least 2/3 times a week minimum. Duties and Responsibilities: Line Management: o Upkeep of product catalogs o Technical line sheet for license o General upkeep of PLM data integrity o Collection training tools o Support on all product development milestones Reporting o Pull information from data systems (including monthly reports) o Upper management report preparation (requires high level of accuracy) o Product reviews o Competitive market deep dives o Ad-hoc analysis Material Management: o Assist with new material development o Assist organizing samples o Assist in maintaining the integrity of the material libraries o Preparation for meetings (IE: placing sketches on boards, preparing color forms, preparing prototype kick-off forms, printing materials for meetings) BASIC QUALIFICATIONS B.S/B.A. degree in Merchandising management and/or Product Development 3+ years experience work experience Previous experience with reporting, recruiting, and data analysis Ability to organize and prioritize Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Applications Adaptability and flexibility to both work individually as well as within a team Strong attention to detail, critical thinking and analysis skills. Excellent teamwork, verbal and written communication (including the ability to explain technical concepts in non-technical terms), as well as project and time management skills are essential. Start Time: 12:00 AM Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm Location: NY office: 420 5th avenue, New York NY New York NY 10018 Education: Additional Job Details: Job Title/Job Description: Product Strategy Coordinator Work hours: 8-5 pm (FT) Brand: Shared Services, Product Development AFE/Cost Center #: 060-01800 - Product Development Start date: ASAP, Length of assignment: January 31, 2025 (potential extension) Hybrid-We will be proposing that this positions be a hybrid. Suggested 2x week but there may be times that it would have to be more depending on projects. Attachment:JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Product Strategy Coordinator BRAND: Shared DEPARTMENT: Product Strategy REPORTS TO: Managers, Product Strategy JOB CODE: LEVEL: FLSA: EEO-1 CATEGORY: We are looking for a Product Strategy Coordinator that will support the Strategy Managers in all aspects of the strategy and development process. The ideal candidate is adaptable, can thrive in a fast-paced environment, be detail-oriented, and work well with cross-functional teams. Must be proficient in Excel and PowerPoint. Duties and Responsibilities:
- Line Management:
- Upkeep of product catalogs
- Technical line sheet for license
- General upkeep of PLM data integrity
- Collection training tools
- Support on all product development milestones
- Reporting
- Pull information from data systems (including monthly reports)
- Upper management report preparation (requires high level of accuracy)
- Product reviews
- Competitive market deep dives
- Ad-hoc analysis
- Material Management:
- Assist with new material development
- Assist organizing samples
- Assist in maintaining the integrity of the material libraries
- Preparation for meetings (IE: placing sketches on boards, preparing color forms, preparing prototype kick-off forms, printing materials for meetings)
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- B.S/B.A. degree in Merchandising management and/or Product Development
- 3+ years experience work experience
- Previous experience with reporting, recruiting, and data analysis
- Ability to organize and prioritize
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Applications
- Adaptability and flexibility to both work individually as well as within a team
- Strong attention to detail, critical thinking and analysis skills.
- Excellent teamwork, verbal and written communication (including the ability to explain technical concepts in non-technical terms), as well as project and time management skills are essential.