About PHOENIX
PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a Direct-to-Consumer platform operating EXPRESS and BONOBOS in the United States. Grounded in a belief that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express is a brand with a purpose - We Create Confidence. We Inspire Self-Expression. - powered by a styling community. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at www.express.com and www.bonobos.com.
About Express
Grounded in a belief that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express is a brand with a purpose - We Create Confidence. We Inspire Self-Expression. - powered by a styling community. Launched in 1980, Express has been a part of some of the most important and culture-defining fashion trends. The Express Edit design philosophy ensures that the brand is always ‘of the now’ so people can get dressed for every day and any occasion knowing that Express can help them look the way they want to look and feel the way they want to feel.
Location Name Columbus Corporate Headquarters ResponsibilitiesThe Product Development Coordinator will work directly with partners in Design, Fabric R&D, Technical Design, Merchandising and Production to understand, interpret and execute key seasonal developments that meet aesthetic requirements and are in line with company sourcing strategy, cost targets, quality and testing standards. Must have the interest and ability to learn all aspects of fabric and garment manufacturing. Will organize, manage and communicate effectively to insure strong relationships with internal parnters and and external suppliers.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and own product development of assigned apparel product categoriesClear understanding of product construction to guide Design team in style development that meets the intended aesthetic and supports departmental financial architecture.Collaborate with Fabric R&D to guide new fabric development within the sourcing strategy and supports departmental GBB architecture.Partner with design and cross functional teams as needed on cost engineer development styles.Own development allocation with suppliers in alignment with seasonal sourcing strategy.Initiate, request and manage all development samples for product category to ensure on time delivery.Liaison between Design, Fabric R&D and Suppliers - communicating standards, monitoring development, and troubleshooting challengesParticipate in Key Seasonal Milestone meetings with Design, Merchants, Fabric R&D and Production.Work in collaboration with cross functional teams to gain forward alignment on any potential production, quality, and cost issuesManage daily communication with overseas suppliers. Own vendor & factory relationships in the development cycle including on-boarding, in season feedback, and hind sighting.Establish process disciplines to ensure continuity and clarity.Participate in Go-To-Market milestone meetings including travel to New York office as well as overseas as needed.Manage data entry and reporting that supports the seasonal sample developmentEnsure on time sample delivery for Seasonal Style Assortment meeting where style selections are finalized
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceExperience: 3-5 years of experience, product development/sourcing experience preferably within a apparel retail organization
CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Self-motivated and self-directed with continuous desire to learn and grow.Can build & maintain productive and collaborative relationships with internal & external partners.Flexible and agile learner able to adapt to the changing needs of the businessExceptional time management and organizational skills with ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.Proactive problem solver able to trouble shoot and/or escalate issues effectively.Sense of urgency with creative problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of supporting a team environmentProficient in Microsoft Office:Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Google Suite: Gmail, Sheets,Docs,SlidesSense of urgency with creative problem-solving skillsKnowledge of apparel production and related processes ClosingIf you would like to know more about the California Consumer Privacy Act click here.
An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
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