Product Developer

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Product Developer (specified category) is a member of the product development team responsible for the development process and execution of a products development in the specified product category. The product developer will coordinate the development process working with designers merchants and vendors in taking product from the concept stage to production for the assigned product category.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs market research to fully understand the product category brands product positioning feature sets and required functional performance for assigned product/project development.

• Works with product development team identify/validate potential new product opportunities.

• Leads the development team in the product development timeline from seasonal strategy concept reviews planning sample reviews approvals production release product launch planning and up to 1st PO receipts (as deemed necessary).

• Develops and documents project scope and product specifications with product development team.

• Works with designers on complete technical packages for factories to develop samples and quotations.

• Creates cost analysis to understand baseline target cost relative to margin requirements at targeted retail price.

• Reviews detail of Bill of Materials to ensure appropriate costing. Address potential roadblocks (costs tooling -materials- technology) in pursuing project and find solutions or seek resources to solve problems.

• Performs product review of samples addresses challenges regarding specifications materials or pricing. Present sample to development team for feedback communicate any revisions to factory.

• Proactively identifies and addresses product and process improvement projects in advance of seasonal calendar start dates to be prepared for upcoming seasonal development.

• Develops understanding of vendor/factory capabilities to provide product/program sourcing and placement proposals to manager.

• Ensures product data management in PLM system or other tracking software to include information such as final specifications spec sheet costing factory assignment and development reviews.

• Provides field testers with final samples for testing (if needed); develop field testing requirements and conduct follow-up reviews with testers.

• Works with designers to develop packaging that is appropriate for the product and ensure it meets brand standards. Submit and review all product content for collateral materials to support product in packaging infographics and digital media platforms.

• Coordinates with quality and vendors to ensure that all product testing procedures have been executed and advise on scheduling of new product factory PO audits.

• Ensure accuracy and submission of new item forms.

• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Preferred Degree: Bachelors degree in Product Development Design or Business

• Years of experience: 5-7 years work experience with at least 3 years in a product development role. Industry knowledge in the specified category. Experience working with international supply base.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Ability to use MS Office suite; Proficient in use of MS Excel

• Strong analytical and trouble shooting skills

• Attention to detail: visually and functionally

• Well organized

• Ability to multi-task excellent time management

• Team player with ability to be flexible to changing business situations

• Can work-around roadblocks using existing knowledge

• Sees the strategic goals of the company and can translate this to some aspects of their AOR

• Takes responsibility for the outcome of projects

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; confident to present projects in group settings

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Domestic and International. Estimated travel less than 30 days per year.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regular computer work and sitting

• Ability to use hand tools to di-sect samples and use measuring gauges

• Occasional walking standing and lifting up to 50lbs

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

• Performs duties within scope of general company policies procedures and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies procedures and practices.

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.

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