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Green Roof Estimator

Company Overview

Furbish delivers comprehensive stormwater management and eco-friendly building solutions, including green roofs, living walls, and other sustainable systems. We provide, install, and maintain systems such as SOPRANATURE & EcoCline green roofs, EcoCline Solar ballasted racking, and BioWall interior vertical walls. Our projects are supported by strong relationships and a commitment to exceptional customer experience.

Job Overview

The Estimator plays a key role in supporting the Furbish Install Department by preparing competitive, accurate bids that help secure new work and drive business growth. This position is responsible for reviewing plans and specifications, performing quantity take‑offs, developing pricing, and producing complete proposals. The Estimator collaborates with internal teams and clients to understand project needs, strengthen relationships, and contribute to winning profitable construction projects.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Own and manage the complete estimating process, including evaluating and qualifying leads, reviewing plans and specifications, and determining project scope and feasibility.
• Produce accurate and detailed take‑offs and cost estimates, using digital tools to develop material and labor quantities that meet internal benchmarks and client requirements.
• Prepare, format, and submit complete bid proposals, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and timely delivery of all pricing and supporting documentation.
• Maintain and manage all estimating and sales documentation, including bid boards, lead databases, project files, and proposal records, ensuring data integrity throughout the pipeline.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including the General Manager, project managers, and installation teams, to validate assumptions, refine pricing, and ensure alignment on scope.
• Support preconstruction coordination, assisting with timeline planning, scope clarification, and handoff communication to internal teams as needed.
• Build and maintain strong client, vendor, and industry relationships to enhance market intelligence, competitiveness, and overall business outcomes.
• Other job functions as defined by reporting manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating, preferably with building envelope, roofing, green roofing, or specialty construction systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred; equivalent industry experience highly valued.
• Proven ability to perform independent quantity take‑offs, cost analysis, and full proposal preparation with a high degree of accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and meet strict deadlines in a competitive bid environment.
• High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to analyze risk, pricing assumptions, and constructability.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and subcontractor/vendor coordination.
• Proficiency with estimating and take‑off software (e.g., PlanSwift, Jonas Construction, or comparable tools) and advanced Excel skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to make sound decisions that support business development and profitable project acquisition.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Demands:

• Full-time, in-person role based in Baltimore, MD.
• Occasional travel to jobsites and customers as necessary to perform job functions.
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

Additional Information:

This position includes PPO (Personal Performance Objectives) bonus.

Benefits (after 30 days):

• Medical benefits including dental and vision
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life & disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

The Buyer/Planner coordinates activities involved with planning and procuring goods and services for multiple product lines. They are responsible for planning and purchasing items such as electromechanical assemblies, fabricated parts, and electronics. They understand different manufacturing processes and have a willingness to travel both domestically and internationally. Work closely with Engineering, Accounting, Scheduling, Receiving and Production personnel to ensure timely delivery of materials while following appropriate policies and procedures. This is a hybrid role requiring at least three days in our office in Eagleville, PA.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Issue requests for quotes (RFQ) and select the best source consistent with cost, quality and delivery requirements. Negotiate and manage long-term pricing agreements on critical commodities.
• Complete purchase requests with domestic and international suppliers by inputting purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and verifying all transactions.
• Handle correspondence concerning over-shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity, delivery dates, and prices and report such changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as required.
• Act as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement-related problems.
• Source new products to meet new product launch timelines.
• Authorize payment for purchases by reviewing invoices and related documentation.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with inventory goals and as set by management.
• Maintain accuracy of system information, including lead-time, pricing, current supplier information, current purchase order data, etc.
• Monitor supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications; maintaining appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements are met and that the supplier is aware of their performance.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing other job-related tasks as needed, enabling other workers to achieve their job objectives.
• Source new suppliers as required and determine the best source of supply by evaluating price, quality, manufacturing capabilities, lead time, service support, and financial stability.
• Participates effectively as a member of a team promoting the exchange of ideas, information, and feedback in all directions.
• May work directly in support of line operations and in collaboration with department managers, engineers, or operations staff.
• Demonstrate leadership and expertise in Lean Manufacturing.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Education requirements:

• Professional purchasing in manufacturing or related industry.
• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) and 5 years’ experience.
• Must understand an MRP software system.
• Knowledge of the electronic component industry.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience in negotiation.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred to have experience with international travel.

**This is a hybrid role - qualified candidates must be available to come in to our office in Eagleville, PA at least three days per week.

Description:

BASIC PURPOSE:

• Create detailed cost estimates for the creation of customer quotations for injection mold tooling, injection molded products, and value added assemblies.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Estimating & Quoting

o Prepare detailed cost estimates for injection molded parts, including:

Tooling (new molds, modifications, transfers)

Piece-part pricing

Secondary operations (assembly, pad printing, ultrasonic welding, etc.)

o Analyze customer RFQs, drawings, CAD models, and specifications

o Develop pricing based on material costs, cycle time, press size, labor, overhead, and margin targets

o Support quick-turn and formal quote requests

• Engineering & Technical Analysis

o Review part designs for manufacturability (DFM)

o Estimate mold complexity, cavitation, hot runner vs. cold runner, and tooling lead times

o Recommend process assumptions, material alternatives, and cost-reduction opportunities

o Collaborate with tooling vendors and internal mold design teams

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

o Work with sales to clarify customer requirements and pricing strategy

o Coordinate with manufacturing, tooling, and supply chain teams to validate assumptions

o Support customer technical discussions as needed

• Cost Management & Data Accuracy

o Maintain estimating models, cost databases, and historical pricing

o Track quote accuracy and provide post-launch cost feedback

o Assist with cost-down initiatives and re-quotes for production programs

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• 3+ years of experience in injection molding estimating, process engineering, or manufacturing engineering
• Strong understanding of injection molding processes, materials, and tooling
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and 3D CAD models
• Proficiency with Excel and estimating or ERP systems
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Preferred

• Experience estimating multi-cavity, hot runner, or high-volume production tools
• Familiarity with automotive, medical, consumer, or industrial molded products
• Experience working with domestic and offshore tooling suppliers
• Background in mold design, processing, or project management

About Us

Summit Line Construction, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Headquartered in Heber City, Utah, we offer powerline and substation construction and maintenance services in a variety of utility markets. Like many Quanta operating companies, Summit Line continues to experience significant growth. As our national operations expand, we seek motivated individuals to join the team!

Position Overview:

The Senior Project Manager will provide overall direction and leadership and owns project outcomes for significantly complex projects and/or multiple projects. This position will fully implement and manage the operation, profitability and administration of projects. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of Summit Line.

This is a traveling role (75%+) supporting Data Center projects throughout the Western Region.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

PROJECT MANAGEMENT FAMILY – CORE

• Leads all aspects of the company’s safety culture and creates awareness by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and mentoring others. Investigates safety incidents and retrains staff as needed.

• Manages the Summit Line prestart checklist form.

• Supports the preconstruction team including quantity takeoff, trade coordination and scope of work development, scope review, bid package development, schedule development, bid list creation and bid advertisement.

• Leads plan and implementation of buyout schedule. Verifies pricing and scope, identifies successful bidders, provides gap analysis against initial scope and manages issuance of subcontracts.

• Manages the submittal schedule setup. Coordinates priorities with the team; reviews and approves all shop drawings and samples prior to submittal to architects or engineers.

• Ensures approved submittals are returned to subcontractors and available to project team per the project schedule and the contract.

• Coordinates with Logistics to obtain pricing on materials and equipment.

• Confers with risk management to ensure approval and/or bonding requirements for subcontractors. Reviews decisions with project leader. Provides ongoing risk analysis of subcontractors throughout project lifecycle.

• Coordinates the various stakeholders of the project including but not limited to subcontractors, owner, field, design team, vendors, etc.

• Disseminates change requests to subcontractors for pricing and schedule input. Gathers and evaluates subcontractor pricing to confirm accuracy.

• Prepares, submits and obtains owner/architect approval for change requests.

• Leads various meetings such as monthly project reviews, progress meetings and OAC (Owner Architect) meetings.

• Completes monthly subcontractor and owner pay application process.

• Prepares project schedule with the Project Superintendent. Gathers input from project team and utilizes Lean principles as appropriate. Develops and updates project schedule for both preconstruction and construction activities. Manages materials, labor and procurement logs to ensure appropriate resources are available to meet the project schedule.

• Identifies potential schedule impacts including scope, weather, manpower and changes, and facilitates mitigation plans for these impacts.

• Provides appropriate written documentation for decisions affecting various aspects of the project such as budget, schedule, legal, quality, and/or safety. Employs current best practices for documentation requirements.

• Provides a variety of regular reporting and analysis to project team(s) to communicate overall project status and profitability.

• Prepares monthly cost and margin forecast with input from superintendent and reviews with the project team. Participates in the development of the project budget. Regularly reviews costs relative to the budget, and highlights discrepancies to enable improved financial performance.

• Leads overall project closeout process using best practice standards, tools and processes such as the close-out punch list, financials, sub contracts, warranties, etc.

• Interfaces with region/company legal counsel as appropriate.

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional for SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

In addition, this position will be responsible for the following:

• Leads and participates in all aspects of the project-specific safety plan and creates a culture of safety awareness by demonstrating commitment to an injury free environment through individual actions and mentoring others. Investigates safety incidents and retrains staff as needed.

• Understands the preconstruction process from conceptual phase through GMP development.

• Completes estimating and productivity analysis.

• Leads or provides support to senior management for preconstruction discussions with clients.

• Oversees project team during development of preconstruction estimates.

• Identifies, understands and actively manages project risks.

• Assists with the development and management of the project business plan in order to maximize financial success.

• Implements and manages components of the operation and administration of complex and/or multiple construction projects.

• Utilizes awareness, experience and knowledge to identify problems and recommends solutions for review and implementation by the team.

• Manages deliverables provided by a variety of internal resources and functions such as IPS, logistics, self-perform, etc.

• Engages in business, industry and community activities to build and strengthen external relationships.

• Reviews and approves expense reports.

• Negotiates project issues including change orders, contingency expenditures and appropriate fee enhancements.

• Completes scope review and bid analysis, including award of subcontracts.

• Collaborates with marketing team on related presentations and marketing activities.

• Leads, supports and promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion within Summit Line. Understands Summit Line’s policy of non-discrimination and ensures positive, proactive implementation throughout the organization.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.

• Communication skills, verbal and written (Advanced).

• Ability to conduct effective presentations (Advanced).

• Proficiency in MS Office (Intermediate).

• Ability to apply fundamentals of the means and methods of construction management to projects.

• Thorough knowledge of project processes and how each supports the successful completion of a project.

• Ability to build relationships with team members that transcend a project.

• Proficiency in project management and accounting software such as CMiC (Intermediate).

• Proficiency in required construction technology (Intermediate).

• Proficiency in scheduling software (Intermediate).

• Proficiency in BIM (Building Information Modeling) (Intermediate).

• Ability to apply Lean process and philosophy (Intermediate).

• Ability to manage budgets, maximize profitability and generate future work through building relationships (Intermediate).

• Ability to construct a project from start to finish.

• Ability to prepare the project budget, GMP or hard bid.

• Ability to complete range estimates.

• Ability to assist Marketing team with presentation and marketing activities.

• Ability to develop and manage a project team.

• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of project management experience in high-voltage electric transmission and distribution construction or a related field.
• Technical Proficiency: Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite, particularly strong Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with project management software is preferred.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Multi-tasking Ability: Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work effectively.
• Adaptability: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, switch directions as needed, and demonstrate adaptability.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or business, or a related field is required. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP) is preferred.
• Compliance: Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screenings.

Benefits:

We offer an extremely competitive and comprehensive benefits package including:

• PTO that starts accruing DAY 1
• 401K Immediate Vesting; employer match starting same day
• Several medical plans to choose from
• Dental Plan and Vision Plan
• Life insurance, short term & long-term disability
• Paid Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Employee discounts, EAP and Wellness Program
• Identity Theft Protection and so much more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

Job Title: Manufacturing Estimator

Location: Sheboygan County, WI

Type: Direct Hire

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7-4

Pay Range: $70k - $95k + bonus

Benefits: Yes. Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k), Paid holidays

Summary

Connect Search is hiring a Manufacturing Estimator in Sheboygan County.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for new and existing products, including materials, labor, routings, tooling, and outside services.
• Maintain quote sheets with current and accurate cost data.
• Analyze customer specifications to understand manufacturability and cost drivers.
• Quote outside processes and vendor-supplied components as required.
• Ensure timely delivery of quotes to internal teams and customers.
• Update and maintain product cost models on a regular basis.
• Perform periodic material or alloy cost updates and apply to customer-specific pricing.
• Review actual production costs versus estimates to improve quoting accuracy.
• Support Finance and Operations with cost-related analysis and reporting.
• Align product pricing with company strategy and margin targets.
• Participate in customer discussions to clarify technical requirements and manufacturing capabilities.
• Provide sales teams with technical input to support quoting, negotiations, and pricing discussions.
• Translate customer requirements into meaningful process routings and cost structures.
• Create and maintain production routings for new products and revise existing routings when processes change.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to ensure routings reflect accurate labor, machine time, and material usage.
• Support the onboarding of newly awarded jobs into the ERP system with correct cost, routing, and pricing data.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing cost estimating, cost accounting, sales engineering, or similar role.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, routing development, and cost structures.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Effective communication skills for both internal and customer-facing interactions.

Job Description

The Category Manager, Fresh Foods is responsible for leading the strategy, development, and execution of fresh food products, programs, and initiatives that drive sales, margin growth, and overall category performance. This role requires hands‑on experience in fresh food product development, strong financial ownership, and a deep understanding of food safety and regulatory requirements. Up to 25% travel may be required.

What You’ll Do

Category Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the fresh foods category team, ensuring they have the tools, knowledge, and support needed to drive category growth.
• Prioritize and manage daily team activities, ensuring alignment with business goals.

Fresh Food Product Development

• Lead hands‑on development of fresh food items, including formulation, testing, packaging, quality evaluation, and commercialization.
• Partner with FSQA to ensure all products meet food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and operational feasibility.
• Support and manage recall processes, quality concerns, and compliance‑related initiatives.

Category Strategy, Pricing & Financial Ownership

• Own the category P&L, including pricing strategy, margin management, cost‑of‑goods structure, and promotional planning.
• Build and manage product assortments that align with consumer trends, operational capabilities, and financial targets.
• Analyze internal and external data to identify trends, refine strategies, and drive continuous improvement.

Vendor & Supplier Management

• Lead vendor negotiations, contract development, and supplier performance management.
• Resolve pricing discrepancies, manage rebates, and troubleshoot supplier issues.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers to drive innovation, cost optimization, and product quality.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations, Marketing, Accounting, Business Analysis, FSQA, and other internal teams to execute category initiatives.
• Represent the category in cross‑functional meetings and lead ad‑hoc projects as needed.

Compliance & Industry Awareness

• Stay current on legislation, regulatory changes, and food safety requirements that impact fresh food products.
• Develop cost‑reduction strategies and savings plans in partnership with leadership.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred.
• 2–5 years of direct experience in fresh foods category management, including hands‑on product development and assortment strategy.
• Demonstrated ownership of category‑level P&L, including pricing, margin strategy, and cost‑of‑goods management.
• Working knowledge of FSQA standards, food safety regulations, and recall processes within a fresh food environment.
• Experience negotiating vendor contracts and managing supplier relationships in fresh or perishable goods.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data.
• Experience managing and developing others preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; intermediate to advanced Excel skills preferred.

Position: Senior Associate Actuary

Location: Fairfield County, CT (Hybrid)

Salary: $140,000–$200,000 + Bonus

Actuarial Summary:

This exciting opportunity is designed for an actuarial professional with strong property and casualty experience seeking exposure to reserving, pricing analytics, and enterprise risk management within a collaborative and data-driven environment. The Associate Actuary will play a key role in supporting reserve reviews, pricing analyses, and capital modeling initiatives while leveraging advanced analytics and external market data to inform business decisions.

The position offers hands-on analytical responsibility, visibility with senior leadership, and the opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives through actuarial insight, predictive modeling, and modern data tools.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications:

Conduct quarterly reserve reviews and monitor portfolios of Workers’ Compensation claims, analyzing paid and incurred development patterns for medical, indemnity, and expense components

Analyze statistical data, claims experience, and market trends to support pricing strategies and develop premium and loss projections for financial and underwriting planning

Evaluate trends using external economic indicators including industry benchmarks, medical CPI indices, and wage data to enhance reserving accuracy

Assist in developing and enhancing actuarial tools and models to improve the efficiency and accuracy of reserving and pricing analyses

Develop and enhance reporting tools and analytics capabilities in partnership with data and operational reporting teams

Build and implement models leveraging large datasets, statistical methods, and predictive analytics to support business decision-making

Translate complex analytical findings into clear insights through business-friendly communication and data visualization tools

Support capital modeling initiatives and assist with enterprise risk management processes, including maintaining risk registers and monitoring emerging risks

Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field

ACAS preferred; candidates with significant progress toward ACAS (5+ CAS exams) will also be considered

5+ years of actuarial experience within the property and casualty insurance industry

3+ years of Workers’ Compensation experience strongly preferred

Experience with Power BI or similar data visualization tools preferred

Experience with Python, R, SQL, or similar programming tools for statistical analysis is a plus

Familiarity with machine learning or predictive modeling frameworks is a plus

• Support global sales teams in achieving sales and profitability growth objectives.
• Prepare pro-forma profit and loss statements for customer renewals, prospects, and bids.
• Prepare quarterly customer-level P&Ls and detailed product margin analysis.
• Model alternative pricing programs and structures to improve competitiveness and profitability.
• Prepare and analyze global customer pricing, provide profitability insights, and review recommendations with leadership.
• Support ad hoc financial requests using SAP, Power BI, Excel, and related systems.
• Develop and maintain financial models used by the Corporate Accounts Finance team.
• Partner with the Fixed Asset team on customer capital spend projects.
• Partner with Distributor Finance on reporting, billback accruals, and end customer sales analysis.
• Support monthly accounting close activities, including journal entries for rebates and variance analysis against budget and prior year.
• Manage the annual sales budgeting process for food retail services accounts.
• Assist sales teams with customer executive business reviews and presentations.
• Provide financial decision-making support throughout the bid process to ensure proposals align with business strategy and profitability goals.
  
  

• Bachelors Degree
• Minimum 5–8years of experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong ability to collaborate with team members to support corporate customers
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in detailed business financial modeling and Microsoft Excel
• Strong financial analysis background with organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI
• Strong PC and systems skills
  
  

• Partner with design and production from the beginning of a season to understand seasonal concepts and aesthetic fabric qualities needed to evolve each category, offering fabrics that meet the objective at a cost effective price
• Attend domestic and international tradeshows with the goal of identifying relevant trends and establishing new resources to help us evolve our quality and stay ahead of the trend curve while ensuring our price value proposition is maintained
• Maintain alignment with all cross functional teams to ensure seasonal calendar deadlines are meet/maintained
• Attend weekly cross functional meetings with production and design partners to discuss open issues so we can ensure product integrity and delivery are not compromised
• Spearhead Fabric summits to show case latest trends and new developments
• Procure fabrics for bulk that are within price range and meet design aesthetic
• Manage Fabric buys and best deliveries that will meet production needs
• Strengthen and strategize on developing sourcing base by building rapport with current mill partners
• Source new mills
• Provide technical analysis and strategic support to production for development and bulk
• Supervise both Research and Development and bulk fabric teams in NY and overseas
• Execute timely sample yardage development across all brand categories
• Source and develop textiles according to design direction and aesthetic, within divisional price parameters to meet required mark-ups
• Hands on knowledge of fabric construction, finishing and dyeing processes
• Counter source fabrics as needed for better costing and or deliveries
• Stay on top of industry and market trends and new innovations in fabrics and textiles
• Build and maintain strong relationships with design and production teams to monitor costs in advance of placements
• Partner with production and quality on fabric quality issues.
• Work with mills, laundries and factories to resolve issues in a timely manner that puts the company’s interest first.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive professional leadership in Fabric Research and Development and procurement
• Extensive experience in denim
• Established relationships with mills in worldwide fabric supply chain
• Previous experience in managing an overseas team
• Technical knowledge of fabric and garment construction, chemical and wash formulation
• Strong cost negotiation skills
• Textile degree preferred
• Must be knowledgeable regarding garment construction, machinery used in factories and laundries
• Textile development and Fabric Buying experience as well as knowledge of testing requirements for fabric and garments
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, excellent command of PLM
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and adapt to changing demands of the business

We are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicant swill receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Work with the Director of Merchandising on the planning, development, and execution of

an organization's merchandise strategy. This role involves analyzing market trends, and making data-driven decisions to optimize product assortment, pricing, and inventory levels. The goal is to maximize sales and profitability while ensuring that the merchandise aligns with the company's brand and customer expectations.

The strategic link between the product team and our cross functional partners in marketing, planning and sales.

Assortment Planning:

• Participate in merchandising strategies and creation of seasonal assortment plans to build profitable assortments that will meet internal margin goals
• Partner with Director of Merchandising on seasonal style line plan creation and maintenance including but not limited to style number creation, color codes, and product variable data coding for PLM system
• Set and adjust pricing strategies to optimize sales and
• profitability, taking into account competitive pricing, cost structures, and market dynamics.

Business Reporting & Analysis:

• Assist in monitoring weekly sales, analyzing style performance and market trends to better understand channel specific needs and opportunities
• Learn to understand target customers by shopping retail stores and providing competitive analysis to enhance brand strategies and opportunities
• Assist in the development of inventory and markdown strategies that fuel company sales objectives

M&D Calendar:

• Assist the Director of Merchandising in maintaining the design calendar and development process to ensure timely completion
• Participate in development Milestone Meeting preparation, including sketch reviews, line assortment reviews, proto reviews, pricing and margin reviews, and internal sales presentations

GTM Calendar:

• Work with Director of Merchandising to set seasonal primary and secondary product marketing stories
• Develop Briefs for Creative Production
• Complete Channel Boxes in GTM Calendar

Sample Management

• Work closely with production to manage incoming photo samples
• Organize, maintain, and prepare samples for merchant presentations and requests from
• business partners
• Manage and organize the sample archive

Wholesale and E-Commerce Asset Creation

• Collaborate with the creative team on product descriptions
• Create shot list for seasonal photo assets and work closely with in-house photographer to
• ensure completion
• Work with Director of Merchandising on styling of both mens and womens collections, and
• assist on photoshoots
• Review photo assets and ensure they meet Outerknown standards

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in design, business, or marketing
• Apparel merchandising/buying background required; contemporary menswear experience
• a plus, planning experience a plus
• An understanding of the Outerknown brand and mission and how they translate to the
• collections at the e-commerce level
• Demonstrated ability to set initiatives and deliver results while maintaining a positive
• attitude
• Self-motivated and organized with a strong work ethic and ability to excel in a team
• environment