Product Development Manager - International
Location: Red Wing, Minnesota
Description: Red Wing Shoe Company is at the momment seeking for Product Development Manager - International right now, this job will be presented in Minnesota. More complete informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. Requisition Number 13-0275 Post Date 9/21/2013 Title Product Development Manager - International City Red Wing State MN Description Take a! look at the Red Wing Shoes video series.FitIts important in the shoes we make and in the people we hire. We have a long tradition (100 + years!) of making the most comfortable work, outdoor and lifestyle footwear. Were poised for increased growth and were searching for some of the most talented professionals who will walk the exciting road with us. Its entrepreneurial spirit that started Red Wing Shoe Company and that same spirit spills out from our offices and facilities every day.
We respect where we started and embrace new ideas that make us competitive in a global economy. We like to think outside the (shoe) box and value ideas and contributors that do the same. Is it time to try on something bigger where you'll have some room to grow?Try this on for size: Red Wing Shoe Company is looking for a Product Development Manager to create and manage the implementation of the vision for Red Wings International product development, delivery and service. This position m! anages the activities of internal product support staff and ex! ternal resources.ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Working in conjunction with the Brand and Merchandising teams, plan the product assortment from concept to delivery based on sound market research identifying product / consumer trends and competitive analysis.
Become an internal expert on EN and other International regulatory requirements. Responsible for development and upkeep of product costing each season, and managing the development process to ensure target product costs are met. Prepare seasonal competitive reviews of the Intl work footwear market. Develop and maintain the product development cycle and timeline.
Direct internal and external resources to design, develop, launch, deliver, and service products as planned. Work with project leaders to manage the development schedule and achieve critical timelines. Work with Sourcing to identify new manufacturing facilities to support broader push into Intl standards manufacturing. Achieve financial! objectives relating to product and merchandising by forecasting requirements, preparing annual budgets, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, initiating corrective actions.
Assure that all product development complies with the RWSC Product Development Process and Quality Standards. Direct and supervise the production and delivery of sales and photography samples. Present / communicate the product assortment and technical feature / benefit information to internal and external customers. Assist with creation of business plans and policies.
Assist marketing department in the concept and development of relevant marketing material. Extensive travel as necessary to accomplish the sales and marketing goals of the division and corporation. Participate in company directed activities to accomplish the goals of the division and corporation.OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Obtain necessary information by maintaining knowledge of RWSCs electronic communicati! on software. Maintain quality service by establishing, following, and e! nforcing quality system standards (ISO).
Uphold Red Wing Shoe Companys core values. Complete other duties as assigned from time to time by your manager. Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, classes or programs. Conduct self according to RWSC policies/Handbook.CUSTOMERS Internal: Work/Hunt Brand and Sales management; administrative and sales staff; Executive Team; Customer Service; Purchasing; Logistics; Warehousing; Marketing Services (all areas); Quality Assurance; Finance; Accessories; Holding CompanyExternal: Red Wing Dealer Network and Distributors; Consumers; Agents; Vendors; Attorneys; and Media.
Requirements EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE Bachelors degree (B.A/B.S) from four-year college or university and five to seven years related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A Masters degree (M.A./M.S./M.B.A.) is preferred. Five to ten years of experience in product development environment. Expe! rience with Intl footwear standards (ISOEN & Others) and testing.
Two to three years of experience in the safety industry or footwear industry.ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated team building and/or leadership success Demonstrated participation in successful product launch Good written and oral communication Knowledge of footwear manufacturing PC skills and knowledge of RWSC PC softwareREQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR KNOWLEDGEPassport, Valid Drivers LicenseWORK ENVIRONMENTBusiness office, factory visits and trade show booth environments with travel (domestic and international) and work hours as needed to accomplish the goals. Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please. Apply On-line
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