Apparel Product Manager

Work type: Hybrid. Location: 14460 Varsity Brands Way, Farmers Branch, TX 75244. This position does not offer relocation assistance. Work hours: M-F, 8-5 / 9-6 (Hybrid, WFH Friday). How you will make an impact The Apparel Product Manager will be responsible for the management of the assigned product category. This person will be charged with understanding the category assigned; both hard goods and apparel. They will drive the agreed-upon product strategy and work cross-functionally with other functional areas to execute the product plan. The Product Manager will ensure timelines are met. What you will do Responsible for the support and management of assigned category. Responsible for assigned style, design, and appropriate system support. Responsible for category competitive analysis. Work cross functionally to support category priorities. Collaborate with vendors on category needs, product costing, programs, and development. Consumer insights and trends. Responsible for communicating the category assortment for this season. Provide information on style and system setup. Provide category / style / recommended pricing information for all marketing materials. Cataloging and maintenance of samples. Work with Demand Planning/Forecasting on product/market needs and trends. Present product category at selected sales events. E&O process. Provide identification and product direction on E&O items. Creation and management of any vendor rebate programs in conjunction with finance. Qualifications Ability to manage sensitive matters and information with tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality. Attention to detail, ability to multitask, remain organized and prioritize tasks with strict deadlines. Self-motivated team player, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and pivot focus of responsibilities in a smooth and efficient manner. Incorporate customer-centric values and SPIRIT principles into the company’s mission, vision, and core values. The ability to communicate (listening, writing and verbal) across all levels of an organization efficiently and effectively. Knowledge of Federal and State Human Resource related laws and regulations. Must be comfortable with conflict resolution. Proficient in Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point required. Education / Experience High school diploma or GED required, Associate (or Bachelor) degree preferred. 2+ years of relevant experience. Proven success to effectively communicate (listening, writing and verbal) across all levels of an organization. Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office and learning new systems/technology with understanding some work is processed manually. Physical Demands and/or Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. As a sedentary role with some filing requiring the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, as necessary. This role is expected to be fully in office. Benefits Comprehensive Health Care Benefits HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities Wellbeing Program 401(k) plan with company matching Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays Varsity Brands Ownership Program Employee Resource Groups St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment! Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Varsity Brands, LLC