Product Development Assistant

Rent the Runway (RTR) is transforming the way we get dressed by pioneering the worlds first Closet in the Cloud. Founded in 2009 RTR has disrupted the $2.4 trillion fashion industry by inspiring women with a more joyful sustainable and financially-savvy way to feel their best every day. As the ultimate destination for circular fashion the brand now offers infinite points of access to its shared closet via a fully customizable subscription to fashion one-time rental or ownership. RTR offers designer apparel and accessories from 700 brand partners and has built in-house proprietary technology and a one-of-a-kind reverse logistics operation. RTR has been named to CNBCs Disruptor 50 five times in ten years and has been placed on Fast Companys Most Innovative Companies list multiple times.

Rent the Runways Fashion Team is seeking an entrepreneurial Product Development Assistant with great energy and sharp interpersonal skills. The Product Development Assistant will support the Co-Manufacturing Team in advancing the business while learning key processes and providing operational support. Our team is filled with passionate go-getters and is extremely collaborative - you will work with almost every team within the organization. We are in search of someone who can multitask and has a keen desire to learn grow and engage with our highly driven team.

What Youll Do:

• Prepping for and participating in seasonal development bringing insights based on customer needs product performance industry trends and data analytics
• Ensure initial style is created within our Product Lifecycle Management system and is updated throughout the season including tracking sustainability metrics

• Finalize order details with Manager
• Key all Purchase Orders manage and track Purchase Orders throughout the season.

• Cataloging of product attributes in a management database with emphasis on product lifetime maintenance
• Work regularly with external vendors/agents regarding the status of samples delivery & initial costing.
• Attend fittings with manufacturers and recommend fit corrections based on our wear rate & fit analytics
• Projecting on order accurately to ensure timely delivery of merchandise through communication with merchant teams and external vendors
• Partnering with accounts payable to identify proper pricing and terms on invoices and inventory payments
• Timely execution of weekly standard reporting analysis and recaps by category and vendor performance highlighting business opportunities and liabilities to the entire merchandising teams
• Partner with Merchandising and Operations Team to ensure new merchandise meets durability standards and assist with inventory maintenance issues as needed

About You:

• You hold a Bachelors degree
• 1 year related industry/internship experience is a plus
• Proactive with collaborative working style and can excel in a fast-paced high growth environment
• Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) and Google Suite. Open to learning new systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead by example with a high standard of professionalism interest in and up to date on fashion and excited about Rent the Runway
• Results and deadline-oriented with a strong sense of follow through

Benefits:

At Rent the Runway were committed to the wellbeing of our employees and aim to create a workplace that fosters both personal and professional growth. Our inclusive benefits include but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including vacation paid bereavement and family sick leave - every employee needs time to take care of themselves and their family.
• Universal Paid Parental Leave for both parents flexible return to work program - because we know your newest family member(s) deserve your undivided attention.
• Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of continuous service - Unplug recharge and have some fun!
• Exclusive employee subscription and rental discounts - to ensure you experience the magic of renting the runway (and give us valued feedback!).
• Comprehensive health vision dental FSA and dependent care from day 1 of employment - Your health comes first and weve got you covered.
• 401k match - an investment in your future.
• Company wide events and outings - our team spirit is no joke - we know how to have fun!
• Office centric work - our corporate employees and technical leaders have the option to work remotely on Fridays in accordance with Company policies.

Rent the Runway is an equal opportunity accordance with applicable law we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis including but not limited to: race color religion sex (including pregnancy lactation childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity age (40 and over) national origin or ancestry citizenship status physical or mental disability genetic information (including testing and characteristics) veteran status uniformed service member status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $48527 to $60659. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors including without limitation the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held. .

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