Product Development Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Product Development Manager will oversee as well as directly manage projects for the development process and assigned category product lines. The product development manager will lead a team of product specialists and technical support resources in development of outdoor recreational products, toys, and home & gifts that deliver on the brand’s value proposition and businesses financial performance.  This manager will work directly with merchant teams and overseas suppliers to ensure the development process and performance metrics are achieved.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Contributes to the merchant business through creative execution: bringing product line planning, material innovation, and sourcing expertise.
• Coaches product development team in developing products and driving efficiency in the development process with key stakeholders.
• Devises product development improvement strategies, facilitate product line planning process, and manage product development calendar.
• Leads sourcing initiatives to establish competitive set of qualified suppliers for products and material development platform.
• Investigates product FOB cost analysis and provide solutions to reach target; support merchants in cost negotiation strategies.
• Proactively researches new trends, technologies and material to drive innovation and communicate to cross-functional teams on new development opportunities.
• Ensures proper set up and usage of PLM system on development functions.
• Ensures product developments are in line with quality standards, cost, and on-time service targets from concept development to approvals to ex-factory date.
• Builds and manages quality management systems to ensure developed products meet the standards and specifications of the brands.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in materials/product development, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in product development in the consumer products industry; experience in the sporting goods and/or outdoor industry is preferred
• Previous hands-on experience in product development, to include analysis of developing product specifications, completing product reviews, and managing a portfolio of multiple products in development
• Previous experience leading and developing a high performing team

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Expertise in product development and material development
• Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate future trends (related to material, manufacturing technology, and sourcing) and translate them into action
• Solid organizational skills, analytical ability, and planning ability
• Understanding and application of key financial indicators to make better business decisions
• Track record of meeting and achieving goals successfully
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively at all levels of an organization
• Skilled at establishing and maintaining effective supplier and customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
• Encourages diverse thinking to promote innovation within the team
• Ability to travel 10-15% domestically and international
• This role will manage approximately 4-8 team members. As a leader, this role is expected to carry out managerial responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel 10-15% domestically and international

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regularly walks, sits, stands and performs computer work
• Occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

• Develops strategic direction, goals, plans and policies for an area of responsibility. Sets broad objectives and is accountable for overall results in respective area of responsibility. Authority to make independent decisions on matters of significance. Requires high degree of independent judgment and problem solving of complex problems.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer.  Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.