Job Description
**This is a TEMPORARY position.**
General Summary
The Product Development Manager - Temp is responsible for overseeing the seasonal product development process from the initial concept, working closely with design and manage the timely receipt of showroom samples, calendar management and brainstorming solutions on sampling concerns. This role connects all departments (design, sales, production and sourcing) to ensure deadlines are met. This position supports the Wholesale Legwear business.
The responsibilities described below are considered essential functions of the role. This position is based in our NYC office and requires working on-site.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage PD Allocation
- Initial Development Costing
- SRS Manager
- Calendar Management
- Prioritizing multiple departments for critical development deadlines
- Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
Specific Job Skills:
Essential duties include
- Manage product development timeline and receipt of SRS samples
- Ensuring we have the right allocations for the product
- Review initial development costing while ensuring we meet our margin targets
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Airtable or equivalent program experience preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong Communication
- Calendar Discipline
- Costing, Solution Oriented
- Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $100,000-$105,000. Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, Steve Madden offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time-off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.