Manager, Product Developer – Tops

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Were looking for a Manager Product Developer to lead end-to-end product development of our tops category from concept to production. Youll promote quality cost and sourcing strategies while partnering across design supply chain and merchandising. This is a hands-on role for a product expert ready to bring innovative high-quality tops to market at an iconic brand.

About the Job

• Manage the execution of all product development costing and sourcing activities from proto samples to final manufacturing ready package in-line with supply chain strategies cost quality and SCOC (Supplier Code of Conduct) requirements.

• Manage execution of all GTM Calendar development activities and drive accountabilities across all phases of development to ensure dates are met

• Manage execution of Protos/Samples/Pre-Production activities and monitor timely receipt to meet all deadlines

• Support execution of sourcing strategies across categories

• Lead seasonal costing activities; gather all prices and align to FOB target

• Partner with Supply Planning to ensure all Pre-Production activities are on track to meet the scheduled first cut dates at all production locations

• Help resolve quality issues

About You

• Bachelors Degree in textile industry or equivalent experience

• 5 years of experience; multi-category experience preferred

• Knowledge of garment construction and a variety of fabrications in Knits Sweaters Woven and Outerwear.

• Strong product development background including product development sourcing and costing

• Lead endtoend Tops product development with strong raw material and fabric expertise driving cost material risk and executional readiness across seasons through close crossfunctional partnership.

• Strong systems background - deep knowledge of PLM systems and ability extract relevant data

• Expert/advanced knowledge and proficiency with MS Office applications including Word Excel (can perform complex functions) and Outlook

• Uses AI tools to analyze product and cost data quickly surface insights and risks reduce manual work and continuously improve PD workflows while operating within LS&Co. AI data and security guidelines.

• Pattern making experience a plus

• Able to travel internationally up to 10%

This is a hybrid work schedule based in our San Francisco CA headquarters. You will be expected in office 3 days per week typically Tuesday-Thursday. Note time in office can vary depending on business needs.

The expected starting salary range for this role is$112500 - $165000per year.We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education qualifications performance and business needs.

LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures backgrounds and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.

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