PRODUCT MANAGER, DENIM
REPORTS TO: SR. PRODUCT MANAGER
STATUS: EXEMPT
Summary
Boot Barn is where community comes first. We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging. We build each other up, listen intently, and implement out-of-the-box ideas. We celebrate new innovations, congratulate one another’s achievements, and most importantly support each other.
At Boot Barn, we work together to make a positive impact on the world around us, and by working collectively with encouragement, we consider ourselves “Partners.” With the values of the West guiding us, Boot Barn celebrates heritage, welcomes all, and values each unique Partner within our Boot Barn community.
Our vision is to offer everyone a piece of the American spirit – one handshake at a time.
The Product Manager will be process and results driven, value oriented with an extensive apparel/ accessories background as well as experience in brand building. Position requires time and action, calendar manipulation and process knowledge including working with technical design, WIP management, development and logistics. Must be very organized and have an analytical and strategic approach to problem solving in a fast-paced environment. Must be forward looking and focused on achieving corporate objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage the processes from “Line Freeze” to “Production”. Assist early in the process with fabric development.
- Work directly with sourcing agents and factory personnel to ensure materials, pre-production samples, fits, quality control and Pre-Production and Production processes are managed properly to ensure quality, on-time product.
- Management of production timelines, reviewing reports and recommending solutions to exceptions.
- Maintain Vendor Matrix Strategy. Source new vendors and factories in concert with VP, Director and Agents.
- Participate early in development process to manage pre-allocation of styles.
- Assign approved vendors to appropriate styles by season. Dual source when appropriate.
- Develop time and action calendars for all programs managed.
- Work with Design and Tech Design team to develop samples for quarterly design presentations. Track all protos, preproduction, advertising and TOP samples.
- Review protos and costing during development trips. Negotiate costs.
- Finalize costing, manage placement of Purchase Orders, review quantities and finalize all T & A calendars.
- Manage packaging inventories by Brand. Manage the creation of new packaging as needed.
- Monitor production status of all programs by season.
- Coordinate and lead weekly production meetings with factories and agents. WIP management.
- Build strong lasting relationships with vendors & cross functional teams to help foster an environment of partnership and trust.
- Review and comment on fabric and garment testing results-work with the QA/QC Manager.
- Communicate delivery information to buyers and SSMC teams.
- On-board new vendors utilizing vendor manual and including new vendor set-ups.
- Pre-classify all garments, calculate all landed costs and create wire transfers as needed.
- Work with planning team to help forecast fabric reservation and production space.
- Work with and help to develop Assistant Product Manager.
- Reconciliation of final landed costs.
- Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance and appearance.
- Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers and management.
- Adhere to all local, federal and state laws in addition to Company policies, procedures, and practices.
- Performs any other duties that may be assigned by management.
Qualifications
- Strong communication, customer service, time management and organizational skills.
- Candidate will have at least 5 years of experience working in a private brand environment.
- Extensive experience working with Asian, Indian, Central American and Mexican suppliers and factories specializing in manufacturing apparel.
- Must possess the ability to work independently and be an adept problem solver.
- Ability to work cohesively with teammates and partners.
- Communicate effectively on Video Conference, email, phone and in person.
- Fluency in Chinese or Mandarin a plus
Competencies
- Customer Centric/Sales Driven – Assesses customer experience within the store and promotes a culture of customer engagement. Is attentive to customers and understands their needs, offers products that are aligned with the consumers’ expectations. Continually searches for ways to improve customer service.
- Ensure Effective Communication - Listens carefully and attentively to others' opinions and ideas. Communicates information clearly, concisely, and professionally.
- Establish Trust - Follows through on commitments. Is honest and direct with others. Promotes a culture of respect for, commitment to, and compliance with Company values, beliefs, and standards. Ensures the protection of confidential information.
Boot Barn Benefits & Additional Compensation Opportunities
- Competitive salary.
- Merchandise discount: 50% off of Exclusive Brands and 40% off of third-party brands.
- Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.*
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.*
- 401(k) plan with generous company matching.
- Flexible schedules and work/life balance.
- Opportunities for growth at every level – we are opening 50+ new stores each year.
*For eligible Boot Barn Partners
PAY RANGE: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00*
*compensation varies based on geography, skills, experience, and tenure
Physical Demands
In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Partner to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Standing, walking and squatting less than fifty percent of the work shift.
- Required to lift, move and carry up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to read, count and write to accurately complete all documentation and reports.
- Must be able to see, hear and speak in order to communicate with partners and customers.
- Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Manual dexterity required using hands to finger; handle, feel and type; reach with hands and arms.
[ ] Sedentary: Limited activity, no lifting, limited walking
[ X ] Light: Office work, some lifting, bending, stooping or kneeling, walking
[ ] Moderate: Mostly standing, walking, bending, frequent lifting
[ ] Arduous: Heavy lifting, bending, crawling, climbing
Work Environment
In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.
- The workspace is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated with the proper safety compliance.
- Noise levels are considered moderate.
Boot Barn, Inc. reserves the right to make exceptions to modify or eliminate this document or its content. This document supersedes all previous policies, procedures or guidelines pertaining to this subject.
Our core value of community bands us together in supportive and inclusive ways to drive our collective success. Boot Barn provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national or ethnic origin, veteran or military status, disability, as well as any other protected status under the law.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - Boot Barn will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required by applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Boot Barn Store or Distribution Center or reach out to Human Resources at 1-949-453-4400, Option 4.
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