URBN Senior Product Manager Denim

URBN is looking for a Senior Product Manager - Denim who is a skilled individual and subject matter expert who can operate independently. The Denim business leader, facilitates and executes Design’s vision by providing the appropriate product development support while aligning with and driving  the business requirements. The Senior Product Manager is responsible to trouble shoot any issues such as fabric, wash/dye, and garment construction. This individual will take full ownership of denim/garment dyed styles and set a positive example for the team. The Senior Product Manager will collaborate with the Sr Director of Sourcing and take a lead role in training personnel in all areas of Denim as well as promote the development of team members through supervision and training.

• Execute brand’s vision through efficient raw materials’ sourcing and appropriate allocation of product that deliver brand’s aesthetic while meeting company financial goals and timeline.
• Ensure that deadlines are met; communicate issues proactively with manager,
• Develop partnerships with mill & vendor base to ensure alignment of category business needs and successful business partnership.
• Attend concept and Sketch Review meetings to understand and align with seasonal design’s vision and expectations.
• Lead in the daily operations to execute deadlines.
• Collaborate with cross functional partners to develop denim strategies for the season.
• Partner with Sr product coordinator in style development, sourcing allocation and costing.
• Analyze and identify opportunities to rationalize fabrics.
• Monitor adoption rates at styles / fabric / wash level.
• Partner with Sr director in the search and assessment of new vendors.
• Other duties as specified by management.
• Mentor Sr product coordinator and junior team members.

• Minimum 7 years of progressive denim product development, sourcing, and pre-production experience within a complex and fast-moving environment.
• Strong knowledge of fabrics, washes and dye techniques.
• Experience working with denim mills, factories & laundry.
• Specialty retail and/or DTC experience is preferred.

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