The Product Strategy Coordinator is responsible for overall product development strategy and execution within their network. The Product Strategy Coordinator collaborates in-network and cross-departmentally to ensure the delivery of cohesive, consumer relevant product lines. The Product Strategy Coordinator’s expert knowledge of their network accounts makes them the primary point of contact for product information and responsible for presenting product lines internally and externally.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages, plans and tracks the development schedule of network accounts to ensure on-time completion
• Collaborates closely with Project Managers, Product Specialist and Design Leads through clear communication, teamwork and support to ensure all tasks are assigned and completed according to the development timeline
• Keeps all necessary parties informed of updates on project status and timeline changes
• Proactively researches market trends through store visits, benchmarking, WGSN and internal trend presentations
• Manages customer relevant data, market and store research and communicates it effectively to the network
• Communicates with customer regarding specific requirements, preferences and feedback
• Reviews artwork and samples to ensure a cohesive, trend, market, and customer relevant line
• Leads and presents product, data analytics, trend and market research as it applies to the product line internally and externally
• Chooses fabrics, techniques, shapes and trims within project pricing parameters and guidelines
• Works with RDI department on sourcing needs
• Initiates and manages communication for merchandising needs
• Submits sample orders and accurately communicates product specifications with factories
• Monitors, logs and revises changes to incoming/outgoing samples
• Maintains and monitors licensed product approval process
• Manages quality check and sample approval process before sending for production approval
• Works with Customer Order Processing and Purchasing to ensure customer ship dates are met
• Communicates necessary feedback to network following reviews
• Ability to attend trade shows and customer meetings as required
• Demonstrates a robust knowledge of Outdoor Cap’s brands, products and systems
• Protects Outdoor Cap and its property by securing artwork that is shared outside of the company
• Upholds Outdoor Cap's Mission-Vision-Values and Founder’s Pillars by acting with integrity; working together as a team; treating each other with respect

Skills & Competencies

• Teamwork and Collaboration {Demonstrates commitment to team members and engages in collaborative, detail-oriented communication across all departments. Effectively sets priorities and manages timelines in order to get work done. Shows respect, builds trust and exhibits flexibility to change. Analyzes situations, thinks before acting and uses sound judgment when making decisions and offering solutions.}
• Leadership and Communication {Exhibits strong project management leadership by maintaining a high level of awareness and understanding of the marketplace, industry trends and competition. Researches and analyzes opportunities through multiple resources to offer innovative and practical solutions to bring new ideas to market. Fast and efficient learner with desire to further develop through training to expand technical proficiency.}
• Customer Service {Demonstrates commitment to our customers and represents Outdoor Cap in a professional manner. Provides exceptional service and responds to customer needs with urgency, thoughtfulness and attention to detail. Maintains operational awareness. Effectively presents Outdoor Cap’s strengths, capabilities, offerings and value proposition.}

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business and/or equivalent work experience. Fashion merchandising backgrounds a plus.
• Strong analytical experience with the ability to interpret sales data, customer preferences, store/market research, and input from Sales and Design to build a cohesive customer relevant product line
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Internal PDS system.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Highly proficient with verbal and written communication; adept to exchange accurate information and engage in conflict resolution strategies
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position (seated) 80% of the day and occasionally reach, bend and move inside the office to access files and product.
• Adapt to moderate noise (Example: collaborative team environment, office with computers, printing and light traffic)
• Ability to move 10-25 lbs occasionally throughout day
• Able to hear a telephone ring
• Required to have close visual acuity to perform computer tasks and operate other office machinery
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Domestic and/or international travel up to 20%

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.