Product and Design Manager

Posted by Adventure Sports on 11/11/2020

Job Basics

Industry Sector: WaterSports

Job Categories: Management - Product -Brand

Company Type: HardGoods/Equipment

State: FL

City: Miami

Country: United States

Required Experience: 5 - 7 years

Job Type: Full Time

Salary:

Required to Relocate: Yes

Required to Travel: Yes

Employee May Telecommute: No

Job Seeker Must Live Within:

Job Description & Requirements

As the Product and Design Manager, this individual will be responsible for leading our product development team for a leading wind and wave sports brands. This position requires a candidate who extremely organized, can multi-talk, and develop and manage relationships with multiple overseas manufactures. The candidate should be knowledgeable and have an active interest in wind and wave sports (kitesurfing, windsurfing, wingsurfing, hydrofoiling, surfing).  

This position requires a person with a solid knowledge of line planning and supply chain processes. The ability to take initiative, the ability to influence others and build relationships with internal and external team members is key. Candidates should possess a balance between analytical and emotional intelligence skills and who flourish within a collaborative, diverse environment. Strong big picture vision and the drive to convert that vision into a reality are vital. Key candidates should possess a balance between analytical and emotional intelligence skills and who flourish within a collaborative, diverse environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, and are not limited to, the following: Other duties may be assigned.

1.             Develops new products and increases the reach and profitability of existing products as they move through their life cycles. An ability to work closely with internal and external cross-functional partners to bring new ideas to market is a must.

2.             Plans and schedules tasks so that work completes on time. Keeps track of details to ensure work is accurate and complete. Accurately estimates resources needed for product completion. Prioritizes various competing tasks and performs them quickly and efficiently according to their urgency. Anticipates obstacles to product completion and takes the necessary corrective action steps if the products/projects go off track. Keeps all stakeholders informed of progress and all relevant changes to product timeliness.

3.             Works with Brand Management to develop range plans. Produce and manage the product development process from start to finish

4.             Manages the entire product line lifecycle from strategic planning to tactical activities, including, but not limited to conceptualization, design, sourcing, and development.

5.             Understands market trends in the industry and the company’s position within the market. Knows who the company’s primary competitors are and stays current on organizational strategies to maintain competitiveness.

6.             Manage product development deliverables and schedule.

7.             Exhibits a strong passion for, and participates in, wind sports.

8.             Understands user challenges with current apparel offerings and manages the development of innovative solutions.

9.             Serves as the internal and external evangelist for the product offering, working with brand management product placement and sell through.

10.          Collaborate with Facilities, Engineering, and Manufacturing groups to understand the manufacturing process, cost and capital expenditure requirements

11.          Travels up to 20% of the time, which may include domestic as well as international.

12.          Uses advanced merchandising skills and understands how product assortment, presentation, and in-store as well as virtual display can all affect products top line revenue.

13.          Abides by a strict code of ethics and behavior. Chooses an ethical course of action and “does the right thing,” even in the face of opposition. Encourages others to behave accordingly. Treats others with honesty, fairness, and respect. Makes decisions that are objective and reflect the just treatment of others. Accepts responsibility for one’s decisions and actions and attempts to learn from mistakes.

Qualifications:

=        Bachelors Degree in Engineering Design or similar degree

=        5+ year product and design management experience

=        Excellent verbal and written communication skills

=        Proven track record of success in outdoor industry product development and management

=        Strong leadership skills: ability to lead a high-performance team

=        International experience: ability to work with overseas teams and suppliers

If you possess these skills listed above and you want to work for a high quality, family friendly environment, then we would like to see your resume.

About Adventure Sports

Adventure Sports is the leading watersports equipment store for premium brands such as Cabrinha, JP Australia, NeilPryde, Hobie Kayaks and many more.

If you are passionate about the water or just looking to try something new and fun we are the place for you. We are your 1-Stop-Shop for watersports learning, purchasing and traveling. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is always ready to help out and get you out on the water.