Associate Product Manager

Posted by Vista Outdoor on 07/18/2024

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Associate Product Manager Job Basics

Industry Sector: Outdoor
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Categories: Management - Product -Brand
Salary: -
Required to Relocate: Yes
Required to Travel: No
Employee May Telecommute: No
State: California
Job Seeker Must Live Within: -
City: Scotts Valley
Required Experience: 1 - 3 years

Associate Product Manager Job Description & Requirements

The Associate Product Manager will support implementing strategic direction of the assigned category and monitoring trends that indicate the need for new products. This role will support product lifecycle management for all existing and new SMU product initiatives line management. The Associate Product Manager facilitates cross-functional relationships and decisions along the product lifecycle for all existing and new SMU product initiatives. The ideal candidate must possess analytical capability, strong, persuasive communication skills (written & verbal) and ability to develop ideas independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Supports a deep understanding of consumer needs, the competitive landscape and be able to translate consumer needs into features, pricing models, and retail merchandising opportunities to deliver an on-time and unparalleled customer experience.

Essential Job Functions:

Be a part of the central hub for the product category and assist in coordinating category activities between R&D/product development, manufacturing, sales, marketing, planning, finance and other functional departments of the company
Prepare and present materials and samples at multiple product development and sales meetings throughout the year
Arrange annual sample sets, catalogs and relevant collateral materials for sales reps and customer service representatives
Assist with outside vendor communications and solve issues that may impact delivery
Help resolve conflicts between outside vendors and inside manufacturing/assembly as needed
Monitor deliveries along with the planning department
Together with quality and engineering, establish and maintain product specifications and quality standards
Work with the Brand Marketing Manager for market product launch
Together with product managers and operations, assist in gathering information necessary to set up and maintain part numbers in the ERP system
Responsible for completing and submitting licensor reports and special requests (i.e., forecast and placement reports, year-end business plans, etc.). Work closely with sales to complete forecast reports upon request. Will also be responsible for completing other licensor requests (i.e., ship samples for marketing events, take and submit quality product shots for a project/presentation, etc).
Coordinate and track all product development and approvals from concept to production stage for all our brands (Disney, Marvel, Nickelodeon, etc.).
Will work closely with our production and design teams ensuring all designs and samples abide by licensor guidelines and standards (i.e., ensuring the correct packaging is attached; ensuring products for new releases abide by the on shelf and embargo dates, ensure licensor PO are being cut for carryover styles, etc.).
Update our internal system with all licensor feedback on submissions. Run a pending report on a re-occurring basis (weekly or monthly) to ensure our system is up to date.
Schedule and prepare for meetings with brand partners (i.e., re-occurring touch-base calls, trade shows like Toy Fair and Licensing show)
Manage and maintain internal documents (i.e., release calendar, licensor contact sheet, royalty chart, etc.).
Assist with completing proposals/deal memos
Manage all aspects of licensed product approval process, including concept, artwork/design, packaging, marketing materials and promotional plans
Maintain internal database of category license agreements including associated territories, categories, sales and royalty rates, terms, and annual marketing commitments
Assist with P&L and budget projections, including input on quarterly and YOY sales and royalty analysis, licensed product performance and category forecasting
Work with Finance to help procure timely payments from licensees, including advances, royalties and minimum guarantees, and to process royalty payments and ensure compliance with license agreements

Education and Training:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field experience
1-3 years’ experience
Experience working in sporting goods with product lines sourced both domestically and off-shore (particularly in Asia) is highly desirable
Excellent proficiency in MS Office application primarily Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Illustrator and Photoshop
SAP experience preferred
Extensive knowledge and strong interest in the category
Exposed to the following business functions:
- Demand creation
- Data and market analytics
- Supply chain planning
- Financial modeling
- Product development
Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, negotiate to successful outcomes and have fun doing it
Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and sales analytics software
Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
Oodles of common sense and a sense of humor
Comfortable with “white space”, be a creator

Skills and Abilities:

Excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships
Solid business and technical acumen
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Strong multi-tasking and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple, complex projects and work independently within deadlines
Strong analytical, math and problem solving skills
Careful attention to detail and accuracy
Self-confident, self-motivated, results-oriented and success driven
Ability to work long/non-standard hours when necessary
Ability to travel, including two to three (1-2) multi-week trips to Asia annually

We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled

At this time, Vista Outdoor is closely monitoring the developments on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) COVID-19 workplace rule regarding COVID-19 vaccination or testing. You will not be asked any questions regarding these items during application.

About Vista Outdoor

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Vista Outdoor Inc. is a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of outdoor recreation and shooting sports products. We are headquartered in Anoka, Minnesota and employ approximately 5,900 skilled workers worldwide. We have multiple manufacturing and distribution facilities across the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico along with international customer service, sales and sourcing operations in Asia, Canada and Europe.

We operate through two reportable segments: Shooting Sports and Outdoor Products. Together, our segments serve the outdoor sports and recreation markets through a diverse portfolio of well-recognized brands that provide consumers with a wide range of performance-driven, high-quality and innovative products.

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