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Location/Division Specific Information – Austin, TX / USA - Remote

**This position supports hybrid work schedule depending on organization needs.**

How will you make an impact? –

Jabil is seeking a DCI Test Development Engineer who will directly contribute to the transformative growth within our Enterprise and Infrastructure division by applying unique and innovative approaches to solving problems within a large-scale software and data center infrastructure. The DCI Test Development Engineer plays a vital role in ensuring the quality and reliability of hardware products, contributing to the overall success of the manufacturing process and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for contributing to the end-to-end architecture, definition, development and production deployment of production software applications and data center infrastructure spanning multiple customers and manufacturing regions. You will also be responsible for interfacing with internal engineering, manufacturing and quality teams and our end customers to ensure your software deliverables meet the rigorous standards of Jabil’s world-class manufacturing environments.

What will you do?

• Test System Development: Design and develop test systems and procedures for manufacturing processes. This includes creating test plans, test cases, and test scripts to assess the functionality and performance of hardware.
• Develop and implement automated manufacturing test sequences in Python that interface with BMS and PLC hardware to validate the functional performance, communication protocols, and safety logic of liquid cooling equipment.
• Test Software Development: Create, validate, release, and maintain test software and scripts that automate the testing process. This software may include code for controlling test equipment, collecting and analyzing data, and generating test reports.
• Test Sustaining: Support and maintenance for the manufacturing server (L10) and rack (L11) level test software and infrastructure deployed at our production facilities, including the implementation of minor system configuration changes (new IPNs)
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of test procedures, specifications, and Infrastructure
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, manufacturing engineers, controls engineer, and quality assurance personnel, to ensure alignment on testing requirements and quality standards
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on the latest advancements in testing technologies, methodologies, and industry best practices to keep manufacturing processes competitive and up to date
• Definition and collaboration on overall test infrastructure and application architectures

How will you get here?  

Education:  

• BS degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field is required

Experience:  

• 5-8 years’ experience in a software manufacturing test development/sustaining with enterprise server, storage or networking products is required
• 10+ years of relevant experience in a software manufacturing test development/ sustaining with enterprise server, storage or networking products and some college coursework in lieu of a 4- yr. degree, will be considered
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills is required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:  

• Expertise in the following programming/scripting languages: Python, Java, BASH. C, C++, experience a plus
• Linux development expertise with a solid understanding of its fundamentals: CentOS/Ubuntu
• Python for hardware automation, with a deep understanding of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, BACnet, or Ethernet/IP) and the ability to interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics for cooling systems; experience in designing physical test stations and sensor integration is highly preferred.
• Expertise in the creation and configuration (DHCP, PXE boot, nginx) of Virtual Machines (VMs) using VMWare
• Expertise with leading edge networking systems, hardware, software and protocols including but not limited to enterprise ethernet datacenter switching/routing L1, L2, and L3 (BGP, DHCP Relay, ECMP). Arista CloudVision is a plus
• Experience with code versioning tools (Git preferred)
• Strong knowledge of professional software engineering practices for the complete software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations
• Ability to travel up to 10% globally as required

Senior Manager, Manufacturing Test Development - based onsite in Austin, TX or Remote US.

Jabil is seeking a Senior Manager, Manufacturing Test Development for our Austin, TX location who will directly contribute to the transformative growth within our Intelligent Infrastructure division by applying unique and innovative approaches to developing end customer product solutions.

You will be responsible for managing the technical direction of Rack scale test software and integration development programs through the lens of the customer, factory, and services. You will also be responsible for partnering and collaborating with Hyperscale & AI customers, strategic suppliers, internal engineering, product management, program management, manufacturing, test and quality teams to ensure your products meet the rigorous standards and performance expectations of Jabil’s world-class manufacturing environments and our customers.

What can you expect to do?

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for ensuring the delivery of all manufacturing test solutions for new and sustaining programs for rack-scale AI/ML and GPGPU and hardware accelerator-based server and storage platforms.

• Accountable for all onsite customer delivery commissioning tests as an extension of the manufacturing test capability.

• Strong ability to organize teams and drive the solution for multiple, complex problems cross-functionally and within various areas of technical expertise (hardware, software, firmware, performance, interoperability, etc.)

• Charged with ensuring the right level of execution discipline and engineering rigor is applied to all technical program deliverables – must lead by example.

• Empowered to make key decisions with respect to quality and features that may impact customer experience.

• Capable of influencing individuals, teams and executives to the level necessary to support delivery of programs within schedule, scope and budget boundaries.

• Able to understand how technical decisions impact the broader business, factories and customers and use these insights to lead the broader organization to optimized outcomes.

• Must be extremely detailed oriented while at the same time able to communicate complex issues in simple, actionable terms at all levels within the organization.

• Must possess a strong balance of technical skills, experience-based judgment and business acumen in all execution and decision-making activities.

• Strong ability to develop, grow and maintain healthy interpersonal relationships with peers, team members, executive leadership, customers and external partners at all times.

• Provide thought leadership and direct engineering support to multiple manufacturing sites in the areas of product, component and supplier expertise.

• Exchange knowledge and information with other Jabil facilities to ensure best practices are both shared and implemented throughout the Jabil organization.

• Guide technical and operational teams towards the successful resolution of complex and/or systemic product, process and material issues through the application of rigorous analytical methods.

• Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines).

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Primary technical interface for manufacturing rack test development efforts from concept through delivery.

• Own driving resolution of all issues regarding test solutions aligned with critical path.

• Reviewer and approver of technical risks, and contingency/mitigation plans.

• Can review and provide input to material plans, test plans, test reports, lessons learned.

• Owns preventative actions so gaps in E2E process or capability are addressed long-term.

• Accountable for managing manufacturing technical and quality excursions through indirect coordination and hands-on engineering analysis as it pertains to your test deliverables.

• Provide technical and product subject matter expertise to the factories and customers.

• Lead highly technical and innovative RFI/RFQ responses supporting new strategic and recurring business opportunities.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Strong technical program management skills. Able to lead and direct a broad cross-functional global team.

• Exceptional knowledge and experience regarding product development processes and tools. 

• Experience and deep level of understanding of server, storage, networking and GPGPU and PCIe-based accelerator architectures.

• Working knowledge of OS, driver, firmware and hardware architecture, device interactions and ability to leverage expertise to determine root cause that lead to optimized solutions.

• Deep experience in process development and process improvement. Able to lead the development of complex processes spanning multiple functions and areas of expertise.

What is the experience needed to be successful in this role?

• BS degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field is required; MS is preferred.

• 8+ years' experience in a software or hardware product development environment with enterprise server, storage or networking products is required.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Prior experience directly or indirectly managing engineering and/or development teams.

• Experience managing remote, multi-national and geographically dispersed development teams.

• Domestic and/or international travel, up to 30%, may be required.

Benefits Package with Jabil

Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities

Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services. Operating from over 100 facilities in 29 countries, Jabil delivers innovative, integrated, and tailored solutions to customers across a broad range of industries and end-markets, such as automotive, consumer lifestyle and wearable tech, defense and aerospace, connected home and building, industrial and energy, enterprise and infrastructure, healthcare, mobility, packaging and printing.

How will you make an impact?

• Jabil is seeking a Software Test Development Engineer who will directly contribute to the transformative growth within our Global cloud Test Development (GCTD) team in the Cloud Enterprise and Intelligent Infrastructure (CE&I) division by applying unique and innovative approaches to solving problems within a large-scale software production environment.

• As the Software Test Development Engineer plays a vital role in ensuring the quality and reliability of hardware products, contributing to the overall success of the manufacturing process and customer satisfaction.

• You will be responsible for contributing to the end-to-end architecture, definition, development and production deployment of production software applications and infrastructure spanning multiple customers and manufacturing regions. 

• You will also be responsible for interfacing with internal engineering, manufacturing and quality teams and our end customers to ensure your software deliverables meet the rigorous standards of Jabil’s world-class manufacturing environments.

What will you do?

Test System Development:

• Design and develop test systems and procedures for manufacturing processes. This includes creating test plans, test cases, and test scripts to assess the functionality and performance of hardware components or devices such as:

  • Motherboard,

  • Memory,

  • CPU,

  • Storage (SSD, HDD, NVMe) and

  • PCIE devices (NIC, GPU, Mezz cards, RAID cards)

Software Development Test:

• Create, validate, release, and maintain test software and scripts that automate the testing process.

• This software may include code for controlling test equipment, collecting and analyzing data, and generating test reports.

Sustaining Test:

• Support and maintenance for the manufacturing server (L10) and rack (L11) level test software and infrastructure deployed at our production facilities, including the implementation of minor system configuration changes (new IPNs).

Test Infrastructure Expansions:

• Support the site’s manufacturing server (L10) and rack (L11) current test infrastructure as well as future expansions planning, deployments, and assembly.

Debugging and Troubleshooting:

• Diagnose and resolve issues with test software, or hardware components (servers, switches, racks, L10, L12) that may arise during the manufacturing process.

Documentation:

• Maintain comprehensive manufacturing server (L10) and rack (L11) documentation of test procedures, specifications, and Infrastructure.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, manufacturing engineers, and quality assurance personnel, to ensure alignment of testing requirements and quality standards.

Continuous Learning:

• Stay updated on the latest advancements in testing technologies, methodologies, and industry best practices to keep manufacturing processes competitive and up to date.

• Definition and collaboration on overall test infrastructure and application architectures.

Management & Supervisory Responsibilities

• Reports to Management

Education:

• BS degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field. MS preferred

Experience:

• 5 years’ experience in software manufacturing test development/sustaining with enterprise servers, storage or networking products.

• Experience in the following programming/scripting languages:

  • Python,

  • Java,

  • BASH,

  • C, C++, experience a plus

• Linux development experience with a solid understanding of its fundamentals:

  • CentOS

  • Ubuntu

• Experience with hardware and API solutions for controlling, managing and stressing L10 devices (servers, network and storage SSDs, NVMe):

  • IPMI,

  • Redfish,

  • mprime,

  • FIO,

  • Linpack,

  • ptugen,

  • memtester

• Familiarity in the creation and configuration (DHCP, PXE boot, nginx) of Virtual Machines (VMs) using VMWare.

• Expertise with leading edge networking systems, hardware, software and protocols including but not limited to enterprise ethernet datacenter switching/routing L1, L2, and L3 (BGP, DHCP Relay, ECMP)

• Arista CloudVision is a plus.

• Experience with code versioning tools (Git preferred).

• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices for the complete software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience working in multi-site and multi-cultural environments.

What Can Jabil Offer You?

Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options

• 401K Match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Pet Insurance

• Adoption Assistance

• Annual Merit Increases

• Community Volunteer Opportunities

Hourly Pay Range:

The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Vice President, Physician Engagement, Development & Wellbeing

• Location: May home-base at an Endeavor location and travel as needed.

• Full time

• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

• Required travel: Regular travel between Endeavor Health's acute care hospitals as needed.

Job Summary:

The Physician Vice President for Engagement, Development, and Well-Being (Physician Vice President) partners with administrative and clinical leadership across the system to advance physician /APP engagement, development, and well-being. This role also leads the physician/APP patient experience strategy and performance. This role will partner with the leaders of HR Centers of Expertise in Talent Development & Learning and Team Member Experience & Engagement and the Lead HRBP for EHMG and their teams on the strategy and architecture of programs and provide input and advise on the design, development, implementation, and programs tailored to support physician/APP development, engagement, and well-being across Endeavor Health. The Physician Vice President will also deliver content and at times recruit other physician leaders to deliver content that is part of the overall learning portfolio for physicians/APPs. This role will also serve as a key liaison to the Endeavor Health Medical Group and Endeavor Health Physician Partners Governance Committees for quality, engagement, development and wellbeing. This role will confer with EHMG and System Physician Executives & NS Clinical Chairs and Acute and Ambulatory Physician & APP Leadership in order to ensure diverse perspectives are included in shaping program design and implementation. This role will also coordinate with physician and administrative leadership in EHPP and in Endeavor hospitals and institutes and service lines to ensure our engagement and strategies include our affiliated and acute care physicians in meaningful and impactful ways. 

This role will partner with the Learning and Development Center of Expertise and serve as a key member of the System Learning Council that will be led by talent management function. In this capacity this role will provide key insights in programmatic development for physician/APP leaders as part of the portfolio of development opportunities offered across the organization. This connection recognizes that some dimensions of development and growth are universal and others need to be tailored to the specific opportunities that physicians may have to develop as leaders and collaborators.

This role is a critical role that co-leads and ensures all of the organizational programs that advance team member engagement, development and well-being have elements that are relevant to physicians and APPs and that physician/APP metrics in these areas are improving and achieving organizational goals.

This role will include 70-80% capacity in a VP, Physician Engagement, Development & Wellbeing role and 20-25% direct patient care role.

Who we are:

Delta, founded in 1971, is a global provider of power and thermal management solutions. Its mission statement, "To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow," focuses on addressing key environmental issues such as global climate change. As an energy-saving solutions provider with core competencies in power electronics and automation, Delta's business categories include Power Electronics, Mobility, Automation, and Infrastructure.

About the role:

As a key member of the Delta Americas HR team, the Learning & Development (L&D) Manager will lead the strategy, development, and implementation of impactful learning programs that enhance employee performance, develop leadership capabilities, and build a culture of continuous growth. This role partners closely with business stakeholders and global HR to assess development needs, build scalable programs, and measure learning effectiveness. The ideal candidate brings both strategic insight and hands-on instructional design experience.

Key responsibilities:

1. Learning & Development Strategy

• Design and execute L&D strategies that align with Delta’s global HR goals and the Americas Region priorities.
• Identify training needs, assess knowledge/skill gaps, and propose solutions.
• Stay current with industry best practices and bring forward innovative approaches in learning technologies and delivery modalities.

2. Program Design & Execution

• Develop and implement a full suite of development programs, including onboarding, technical training, leadership development, high-level managerial training, and compliance training.
• Create engaging, high-impact learning content using blended approaches (instructor-led, web-based, read-and-understand, microlearning, etc.).
• Oversee all aspects of program logistics – from vendor management, communications, scheduling, and space setup to evaluation and post-training follow-up.
• Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) to manage training assignments, tracking, and reporting.
• Partner with Corporate HR and internal SMEs to adapt and deliver core competency development programs.

3. Talent Development

• Lead and support the implementation of the Talent Review process, including critical talent identification and development planning.
• Mentor and coach employees to help them understand and pursue career development paths.
• Support regional execution of mentorship, coaching, and talent acceleration programs.

4. Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

• Define and track KPIs to measure training effectiveness, learning adoption, and business impact.
• Regularly review and revise program content based on feedback, business needs, and performance data.
• Provide regular reporting to leadership on L&D activities, participation trends, and outcomes.

5. Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a mentor to L&D specialist, providing guidance on instructional design and project execution.
• Partner with internal teams to develop effective communications and rollout plans for training initiatives.
• Champion a culture of inclusion and continuous development across teams.

People Leadership Accountabilities

• Create Inclusion: Foster an inclusive learning environment and ensure diverse talent has access to development opportunities.
• Develop Talent: Coach team members and learners to identify skill gaps, expand capabilities, and realize their potential.
• Empower Teams: Align learning initiatives with business goals and enable teams to contribute meaningfully to organizational success.

Minium Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree with a minimum of 12+ years of experience in Learning and Development or related field
• Proven experience designing and delivering training programs in corporate settings, ideally within a manufacturing or technology environment.
• Proficiency in instructional design tools, e-learning development
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, matrixed organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong facilitation and presentation abilities (both in-person and virtual).
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with tools such as Zoom, Teams, and Smartsheet.

Benefit at Delta Electronics Americas: Life at Delta

The Salvation Army Southern Territorial Headquarters, located in Atlanta, GA, has an opening for a Community Relations and Development (CRD) Director (Territorial).

The Salvation Army operates in communities across the United States. We are committed to meeting human needs wherever we can by providing food distribution, disaster relief, rehabilitation centers, anti-human trafficking efforts, housing for homeless, children’s programs and many other programs.

Employee Benefits

The Salvation Army recognizes that peace of mind is important to employees and their families. Because of this, we offer a competitive salary, corporate expense card for business expenses, company cell phone for business communication, reimbursed business travel expenses, full health coverage, retirement, professional development, and paid time off!

About this opportunity

The Community Relations & Development (CRD) Director (Territorial) directly supports the Secretary for Business Administration in the management of the Community Relations and Development Department and is responsible for leading and managing a staff of fundraising/development, marketing and public relations professionals in providing comprehensive resources and services for the benefit of the Divisions, field units, and the Southern Territory as a whole. The Director is also responsible for establishing and meeting operating budgets, developing sound organizational and fundraising policies, and maintaining strong relationships with divisional CRD professionals, officer leadership, donors, volunteers, agencies, vendors, and the general public.

Key Responsibilities:

• Directs the work of the Community Relations & Development Department of functional leaders and staff; recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate personnel; establish annual goals, key metrics, and accountability systems.
• Leads, evaluates, and oversees the Resource Development and Planned Giving Programs, strategy and governance led by the Assistant Community Relations & Development Secretary/Territorial Development Director and Territorial Planned Giving Director.
• Leads, evaluates, and oversees the Territorial Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) strategy and governance in partnership with IT, Finance, and divisions; ensure timely, accurate donor and gift data, analytics, and portfolio management; champion data-informed decision making.
• Develops the annual budget and administers the affairs of his/her office within the approved budget. Where nonbudgeted expenditures are proposed, process such requests in the same manner as the original budget.

Southern Territory Leadership Responsibilities:

• Provides visionary leadership for territorial-wide development, marketing, and public relations strategies that are donor-centric and outcomes-driven.
• Leads, evaluates and oversees comprehensive development strategies across the Southern Territory, including direct response/direct marketing, digital fundraising, major gifts, planned giving, corporate/foundation relations, events, and Red Kettle initiatives.
• Supports United Way strategies and applications in collaboration with divisions and local units to improve relationships and outcomes.

Leadership Responsibilities outside of The Salvation Army:

• Evaluates, leads and strengthens Advisory Organizations (Boards, Councils, Committees), including promotion of the Advisory Organizations School of Excellence (AOSOE) model and compliance with National Standards of Excellence and the Manual of Procedure.
• Leads, evaluates and oversees effective gift processing and data flows with contracted partners to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliant acknowledgments; coordinate caging/lockbox and white-mail processing according to territorial policy.
• Evaluates and guides the capital campaign lifecycle (mission planning studies with Program, strategic planning, feasibility studies, and campaign execution); maintains approved firm lists; provides quarterly reporting to leadership bodies as required.

You are an ideal match for the role if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, non-profit management, communications, or related field is required with an advanced degree highly desirable And fifteen (15) years' progressive experience in increasingly responsible and successful fundraising and marketing roles with at least 7 years in executive-level management.
• Experience leading integrated development functions: direct response/digital, major gifts, planned giving, corporate/foundation relations, capital campaigns, board development, public relations, and brand/communications. Demonstrated experience and ability to work across multiple entities and focus areas simultaneously in a complex, faith-based nonprofit organization.
• Affinity for the mission of a worthwhile Christian cause.
• National Society of Fund-Raising Executives (NSFRE) Certification as Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) is preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled

Full-Time | Youth Sports, Coaching & Program Development

Help Build the Future of Volleyball at Legarza Sports

Legarza Sports is seeing strong and growing demand for volleyball across our camps, after-school classes, and leagues. We have talented coaches, excited families, and proven systems already in place. What we need now is the right leader to help bring it all together.

We’re hiring a Volleyball Program Coordinator to work closely with Operations Director, our volleyball expert and mentor, to develop, expand, and eventually help lead our volleyball programming. This role starts hands-on and operational, with significant long-term growth potential for someone who brings leadership, organization, and passion for youth development.

About the Role

This is a hybrid role that combines:

• Daytime PE instruction during the school year
• Volleyball program development and leadership across after-school classes, camps, leagues, and future club programming

You’ll begin by learning Legarza’s philosophies, systems, and teaching methods while coaching and supporting existing programs. Over time, you’ll take on increasing ownership of volleyball curriculum, coach development, scheduling, and long-term program strategy.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to grow into a leadership role rather than step into a finished one.

What You’ll Do

Program Leadership & Development

• Help lead and expand Legarza’s volleyball camps, classes, and leagues
• Support the development of a club volleyball program from the ground up
• Improve and evolve volleyball curriculum and training systems
• Assist with coach development, training, and alignment
• Collaborate closely with our Ops Director on vision, execution, and growth strategy

Coaching & Instruction

• Coach after-school volleyball classes, camps, and leagues
• Teach PE programs during the school day
• Deliver engaging, high-energy, developmentally appropriate instruction
• Model strong communication, professionalism, and classroom management

Operations & Growth

• Help coordinate scheduling, staffing, and program logistics
• Support enrollment growth by delivering consistently excellent programs
• Contribute ideas to expand offerings based on demand and community needs

Who We’re Looking For

You may be early in your leadership journey — but you’re serious about growth.

Required:

• Volleyball playing and/or coaching experience
• Passion for youth development and teaching
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn, take feedback, and grow into leadership
• High energy, reliability, and professionalism

Preferred (not required):

• Camp, club, and/or team coaching experience
• Experience helping build or scale a sports program
• Interest in long-term career growth in youth sports leadership

If you don’t meet every qualification but feel excited about this role, we still encourage you to apply.

Compensation & Growth

• Starting pay: $25–$26/hour
• Clear opportunities for advancement as the volleyball program grows
• Long-term leadership and ownership potential for strong performers
• Compensation scales meaningfully with responsibility, impact, and program success
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (for eligible employees)
• Paid holidays and vacation

This role begins at an entry-to-mid level while you learn our systems, but offers exceptional long-term upside for the right person who helps successfully build and lead the program over time.

Why Legarza?

• Mission-driven organization focused on leadership, character, and excellence
• Strong demand, proven infrastructure, and room to innovate
• Supportive team culture with high standards
• Real opportunity to grow alongside the company—not wait for a role to open

Learn more about our philosophy and values:

to Help Build Something Special?

Apply today and take the first step toward a long-term leadership role in youth volleyball.

Executive Director, Clinical Development (MD)

On-site in San Diego

Must have an MD

Overview

The organization is seeking a senior physician leader with extensive experience in obesity and cardiometabolic drug development to establish and lead clinical strategy across its therapeutic pipeline. This role will provide medical and strategic direction for programs spanning early clinical research through late-stage development, with particular focus on obesity and related metabolic disorders.

The Executive Director will guide the advancement of novel therapeutics by integrating clinical science, regulatory strategy, and operational execution. The successful candidate will have a proven record of leading complex clinical programs, influencing cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality clinical data in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Strategy & Portfolio Leadership

• Define and oversee clinical development strategy for obesity and metabolic disease programs across all phases of development.
• Provide senior medical leadership for study design, conduct, and interpretation, including endpoints, patient populations, safety oversight, and benefit–risk evaluation.
• Serve as the company’s internal medical authority for metabolic disease programs and advise executive leadership, project teams, and external partners.
• Contribute to portfolio prioritization, development sequencing, and long-term clinical planning aligned with corporate objectives.

Clinical Program Oversight

• Provide accountability for execution and quality of assigned clinical programs.
• Oversee development of clinical protocols, amendments, and integrated development plans.
• Ensure study deliverables are completed within timelines, budget, and quality expectations.
• Direct medical governance activities and ensure appropriate patient safety oversight across trials.

Regulatory & Safety

• Serve as the senior medical representative in interactions with regulatory agencies for assigned programs.
• Partner with Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, CMC, and Program Management to align development and submission strategies.
• Lead medical contributions to key regulatory documents including INDs, investigator brochures, clinical study reports, and regulatory briefing materials.
• Participate in regulatory meetings and health authority interactions (e.g., FDA, EMA).
• Maintain compliance with GCP, ICH guidelines, and applicable regulations.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead collaboration across clinical operations, pharmacovigilance, translational sciences, biostatistics, and commercial teams.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to clinical staff and contribute to building organizational capabilities in clinical development.

External Engagement

• Build relationships with key opinion leaders, investigators, and advisors in obesity and metabolic disease.
• Represent the organization at scientific conferences, advisory boards, and investigator meetings.

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD) required
• 10+ years of clinical development experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
• Demonstrated experience leading clinical studies in obesity or metabolic disease
• Significant leadership experience, including oversight of teams or programs
• Track record of directing clinical programs across multiple development stages
• Strong understanding of drug development strategy, clinical operations, and planning
• Expertise in clinical data analysis and interpretation
• Familiarity with SOPs, GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory compliance
• Ability to travel approximately 25%

Preferred

• Experience supporting regulatory submissions and agency interactions (IND, NDA/BLA)
• Board certification in Endocrinology, Diabetes, Metabolism, or related specialty
• Experience within a clinical research or biotech operational environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation of complex data to varied audiences

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and program prioritization
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and leadership
• Effective decision-making and problem solving
• Organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage shifting priorities in a dynamic environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time position
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Equity participation and performance bonus eligibility
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending programs
• Life insurance and employee assistance programs
• Paid time off and holidays

About The Everglades Foundation

The Everglades Foundation is committed to the restoration and protection of America’s Everglades through science, advocacy, and education. Founded in 1993 by two outdoor enthusiasts – Paul Tudor Jones II and the late George Barley – The Everglades Foundation works tirelessly to bring people together and provide a powerful bipartisan voice for Everglades restoration. We advocate for solutions rooted in science while empowering people with the knowledge of the importance of the Everglades ecosystem.

The Foundation’s team includes renowned scientists, experienced educators, policy experts, and professionals in communications, human resources, finance, technology, and fundraising. By coupling this breadth of expertise with a passion for restoration, The Everglades Foundation is leading the effort to restore and protect the flow of clean freshwater to the Everglades. The Everglades Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and a responsible employer that seeks to recruit and retain outstanding, high-performing professionals who are at the top of their fields to thrive in a dynamic, mission-driven culture committed to excellence, innovation, collaboration, and diversity. The Foundation offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package including twelve paid Federal holidays; ample Paid Time Off; a variety of health, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance options; retirement plan and matching employer contributions; and maternity and parental leave.

Join us in our pursuit of completing the world’s largest ecosystem restoration project.

Position Summary

The Director of Development, Leadership Giving brings proven experience stewarding annual donors and securing major gifts of $25,000 and above, including multi‑year and six‑figure commitments. The Director manages all phases of the gift cycle—identifying prospects, developing cultivation strategies, engaging volunteers and board members, soliciting support, and maintaining strong donor stewardship.

The Director proactively strengthens existing donor relationships and builds new ones. This role leads development projects, collaborates with colleagues to achieve strategic goals, and tracks and reports progress to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Development (AVP) and working closely with the Vice President of Development, the Development Team, executive leadership, staff, and Board members, the Director applies creativity and initiative to advance donor engagement and support major event-related fundraising efforts.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of the Director of Development, Leadership Giving include:

Fundraising Strategy

Work with the Associate Vice President of Development and the team to develop and implement strategies for leadership‑level donor acquisition and retention. Provide support in drafting and refining donor communications. Cultivate and sustain long‑term relationships with donors and prospects, including coordination with members of the Board of Directors. Employ structured “moves‑management” strategies to identify new prospects, advance them through the solicitation process, elevate giving levels, and ensure effective stewardship of event donors and sponsors.

Focus Areas

The Director has primary development responsibility for the Miami-Dade and Broward region, including the growth and management of the Miami Advisory Council, which is comprised of leading donors in the area. The Director also oversees the programming and engagement with the Foundation’s Chairman’s Advisory Council, consisting of leadership‑level donors.. This regional portfolio requires focused engagement with individual donors, grantmaking foundations, and corporate partners.

Build a Robust Donor Base

Develop and manage a personal portfolio of major donors and high‑capacity prospects ($10,000–$100,000 annually) to cultivate, solicit, and steward. Provide exemplary donor relationship management and ensure full adherence to all gift agreement requirements. Direct and coordinate special events and airboat tours that advance cultivation and stewardship objectives.

Communications & Follow-up

Provide timely, accurate responses to donors and deliver comprehensive updates on the Foundation’s programs, initiatives, and activities. This function requires close coordination with the Science, Advocacy/Policy, and Education teams, as well as ongoing collaboration with the communications, finance, and technical/data teams to ensure all donor communications are consistent, precise, and reflective of organizational priorities.

CRM Use & Expertise

Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and current donor and event records in the Foundation’s CRM system (Salesforce). Utilize the CRM to support and inform donor engagement, cultivation, and stewardship strategies.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; CFRE or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience with demonstrated success fundraising for a mid- to large‑sized nonprofit or equivalent related experience.
• Proven ability to solicit and steward gifts of $25,000 and above, including multi‑year and six‑figure commitments, with a thorough understanding of all stages of the gift cycle.
• Experience with fundraising strategies and techniques related to annual event giving and major gifts.
• Proficiency with fundraising databases and experience tracking, analyzing, and reporting progress to management.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Personal Attributes

• Ability to work collaboratively and lead through influence across the organization to drive initiatives and success
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Commitment to the educational mission of the Everglades Foundation and ability to communicate it confidently and persuasively
• Exceptional writing and verbal communications and organizational skills
• Skills and experience with grant writing and grant management
• Skills and experience with prospect research
• Knowledge of estate-based charitable giving
• Experience with and willingness to coordinate donor-focused events
• Ability to work independently on complex projects while also maintaining close connection with co-workers
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
• Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
• Integrity, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Familiarity and experience with the Miami and Broward philanthropic communities is preferred

Mental and Physical Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the above minimum qualifications and be able to perform each of the essential duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the physical and mental requirements of the job. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to concentrate and analyze information for extended periods of time
• Able to proactively solve problems and think analytically
• Ability to make sound, prompt decisions
• Ability to read and write
• Manual hand dexterity required to operate IT devices and complete paperwork
• Endurance to work long hours, including nights and weekends

Accountability

The Director reports directly to the Associate Vice President of Development and coordinates closely with members of the Development team and other Foundation staff.

Location and Schedule

This is a full‑time, on‑site position based at the Foundation’s main office in Palmetto Bay, Florida. Regional and national travel is required for Board meetings and other organizational events. Evening and weekend work is expected, as needed. Limited remote work may be permitted at the Foundation’s discretion.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that affords equal protection against discrimination to job applicants and employees. The Foundation seeks to ensure that qualified applicants will have an equal opportunity with respect to all employment practices regardless of their race,color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, pregnancy, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, source of income, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

How to Apply

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Human Resources, at

Do you have a passion for pop culture? Do you binge watch the latest Netflix series in one sitting? Are your bookcases filled with collectible vinyl figures? Then CultureFly might be the place for you! Come join the swarm!

As our portfolio of collectibles and toys expands, the Toy & Collectibles team is in need of additional support. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Production & Development Coordinator to support the development, sampling, and production of new toy and collectible formats. This role sits at the intersection of creative development and manufacturing execution, working closely with internal teams and overseas factory partners—primarily in China—to ensure projects stay on schedule, on budget, and aligned with quality expectations.

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys managing multiple moving parts, translating creative ideas into manufacturable products, and maintaining clear communication across time zones.

Responsibilities Include:

· Coordinate the end-to-end development process for new toy and collectible concepts, from initial idea through approved samples.

· Manage sample requests, revisions, approvals, and timelines across multiple product formats.

· Track iterations of tooling, materials, colors, finishes, and packaging during development.

· Ensure development aligns with design intent, safety standards, and cost targets.

· Serve as the primary point of contact with overseas factories for assigned projects.

· Communicate clear development briefs, timelines, and expectations to factory partners.

· Follow up regularly to ensure factories remain on task and on schedule.

· Review factory feedback, flag risks, and propose solutions to keep projects moving forward.

· Monitor critical milestones (samples, tooling, pre-production, production readiness).

· Identify potential delays early and work with internal teams and factories to resolve them.

· Coordinate internal approvals across design, brand, and leadership.

Requirements:

• 2–5 years of experience in production coordination, product development, or sourcing—preferably in toys, collectibles, consumer products, or hardgoods.

• Experience working with overseas factories, especially in China.

• Strong understanding of product development and sampling workflows.

• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.

• Comfortable working across time zones and with cross-functional teams.

• Proficiency with project tracking tools (Excel, Google Sheets, Airtable, or similar).

• Positive “Can Do” attitude

• Authorized to work in the US

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000

Role Overview

The Licensing Operations & Product Development Manager is a cross-functional role supporting Iconix’s brand portfolio by overseeing product approvals, licensing operations, compliance processes, and day-to-day execution across licensees.

This role goes beyond traditional product development, combining product and trend oversight with licensing compliance, factory and IP processes, and administrative support to ensure brands operate efficiently, compliantly, and on time.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable managing multiple brands simultaneously, and able to move seamlessly between strategic product discussions and hands-on execution.

Product Development & Brand Compliance

• Review CADs, samples, packaging, and product submissions for adherence to brand guidelines, trademarks, quality standards, and legal requirements
• Oversee product approvals across all stages of development, from initial concept through final production
• Ensure consistent branding and aesthetic execution across categories, licensees, and territories
• Maintain and manage physical product samples; procure additional samples for marketing, PR, seeding, and photoshoots as needed

Licensing Operations & Compliance

• Manage factory processes in partnership with licensees, including factory whitelist recordals, documentation and renewals, and hologram set-ups and compliance
• Oversee product renewals and proof-of-use submissions in coordination with Legal to support trademark maintenance
• Track and maintain compliance documentation related to IP, trademarks, and licensed products
• Support packaging approvals and ensure alignment with legal and brand requirements

Calendar, Process & Execution Management

• Maintain seasonal development calendars and production timelines across licensees
• Conduct regular development check-ins and milestone reviews to ensure timelines are met
• Ensure internal teams are providing timely feedback, approvals, and support
• Create seasonal development recap reports highlighting gaps, missed opportunities, and assortment optimization opportunities

Trend, Market & Assortment Support

• Oversee trend development initiatives, including managing third-party consultants
• Conduct competitive shopping and market research to identify white space and growth opportunities
• Support Brand Managers and the SVP with product-led insights tied to brand and retail strategy
• Translate trend insights into actionable recommendations for licensees and internal teams

DTC, Retail & Platform Support

• Support licensee DTC businesses as needed, including backend setup, legal coordination, and brand registry processes
• Assist with brand registrations and compliance across major 3P platforms (Amazon, , , etc.)
• Coordinate samples, product information, and documentation for retailer meetings, trade shows, and brand summits

Administrative & Clerical Support

• Maintain organized records of approvals, calendars, documentation, and product imagery
• Manage shared drives, Excel trackers, and databases for reporting and accessibility
• Serve as a central point of coordination across Brand, Legal, Design, Merchandising, and Licensees
• Support the SVP and Brand Managers with executional follow-ups and process management as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Fashion, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5–7 years of experience in product development, licensing operations, brand management, or merchandising
• Strong understanding of licensed brand environments and multi-licensee structures
• Experience managing compliance, approvals, and operational workflows
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Familiarity with AI tools such as Copilot, ChatGPT, and Gemini
• Strong Excel skills and comfort managing trackers, calendars, and product databases
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple brands and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable supporting senior leadership

Do you have a passion for pop culture? Do you binge watch the latest Netflix series in one sitting? Are your bookcases filled with collectible vinyl figures? Then CultureFly might be the place for you! Come join the swarm!

As our portfolio of collectibles and toys expands, the Toy & Collectibles team is in need of additional support. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Production & Development Coordinator to support the development, sampling, and production of new toy and collectible formats. This role sits at the intersection of creative development and manufacturing execution, working closely with internal teams and overseas factory partners—primarily in China—to ensure projects stay on schedule, on budget, and aligned with quality expectations.

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys managing multiple moving parts, translating creative ideas into manufacturable products, and maintaining clear communication across time zones.

 Responsibilities Include:

· Manage the end-to-end development sampling process for new toy and collectible concepts, from initial idea through 3D stages and final sample approval

· Establish and maintain timelines & proper WIPs for each development and production order

· Serve as the primary point of contact with overseas factories for assigned projects.

· Review POs and guide external vendors in correct shipping and packing methods for each retailer

· Manage sample requests, revisions, approvals, and timelines across multiple product formats.

· Track iterations of 3D, tooling, material sampling, colors, finishes, and packaging during development.

· Ensure development aligns with design intent, safety standards, and cost targets.

· Communicate clear development briefs, timelines, and expectations to factory partners.

· Follow up regularly to ensure factories and internal teams remain on task and on schedule.

· Review factory feedback, flag risks, and propose solutions to keep projects moving forward.

· Monitor critical milestones (samples, tooling, pre-production, production readiness).

· Identify potential delays early and work with internal teams and factories to resolve them.

· Coordinate internal approvals across design, brand, and leadership.

Requirements:

• 5-7 years of experience in production, project management, product development, or sourcing—preferably in toys, collectibles, consumer products, or hardgoods.

• Experience working with overseas factories, especially in China.

• Strong communication skills, able to oversee cross-functional team projects

• Strong understanding of product development and sampling workflows.

• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with project tracking tools (Excel, Google Sheets, Airtable, or similar).

• Positive “Can Do” attitude

• Authorized to work in the US

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000

Temporary Product Development Manager | G-III Apparel Group

Location (On-Site – 5 Days per Week): New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District

Assignment: 4 to 6 weeks

We are seeking a Temporary Product Development Manager, who will play a pivotal role in driving the end-to-end development process, ensuring design integrity, cost efficiency and on-time delivery across all women’s product categories. The Manager acts as the central liaison between Design, Merchandising, Production and overseas partners. The ideal candidate combines a strong understanding of apparel construction, costing and development timelines, with exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

Development and Logistics:

• Execute day to day based on priorities set by management, and drive task completion and issue resolution.
• Operate with working knowledge of the development process and how it relates to the Product Development Timeline and business partners (PD teams, Design, Merchandising, Materials, Production).
• Send development packages to overseas partners and sample facilities.
• Ensure accuracy of information. Initiate and keep track of status of material and sample requests, approvals, and alert management of exceptions.
• Execute, update and maintain necessary tools (Design Cards, Functionality Chart, Development Logs and Matrices).
• Responsible for daily communication with overseas offices.

Trims and Fabric:

• Support the review of prototypes to meet Product Development Timeline milestones with a focus on product execution and consistency of details.
• Understand and uphold Design’s aesthetic intent.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in apparel product development, specializing in women’s apparel
• Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge of garment construction required
• Strong skill set in Illustrator and Excel required; experience with PLM preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong sense of teamwork and ability to multitask
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Experience with technical design a plus
• Must be able to perform efficiently in a high pressure, fast-paced environment

The pay range for this position is: $37.00 - $43.00 per hour

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd.

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing, enabling us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands—including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion—our success is driven by our entrepreneurial spirit and deep industry relationships.

G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville, and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, and Donna Karan brands.

Product Development Associate | French Connection

G-III Apparel Group

New York City Metropolitan Area (On-site)

Success Profile:

The Product Development Associate works closely with the design team to develop seasonal collections through fabric/trim and sample management. They will work closely with mills to manage and track fabric delivery to allocated factories. They will work closely with factories to manage and track completed samples for their correct and timely arrival for market. They will communicate cross-functionally with technical design, merchandising and production to help align information and seamlessly move the product life cycle from development stages to bulk production. Communicates daily and proactively – to maintain factory communications, answering questions, managing timeline and tech pack priorities.

Reporting to: Fashion Design Manager

Brand/Product Focus: French Connection

Location (On-Site): New York City, Midtown Manhattan – Fashion District

Key Accountabilities:

Communication: Maintain daily communication with design team, vendors and suppliers regarding all aspects of sample development.

Logistics and Development: Create and update seasonal factory development charts, maintaining them with style changes through development process, communicating to factories for their follow up.

Research: Shops competitors within the price point and high-end. Knowledge of trends.

Logistics and Organization: Coordinate package deliveries and organize samples promptly. Track samples in partnership with sales and marketing teams.

Education and Experience:

· Minimum of three (3) years of product development professional work, preferably in women's apparel

· College degree, or equivalent professional work experience, required

· Experience in a high SKU count environment, required

· General understanding of apparel styles, components and construction

· Experience with apparel timelines, calendars, and development process

Skills and Behaviors:

· Advanced MS Excel skills: data manipulation, pivot tables, v-lookup

· Working knowledge of PLM, Illustrator, Photoshop.

· Strong project management and multi-tasking skills with critical attention to detail

· Confident, engaging verbal and written communication skills

· Motivated to work in a high energy environment at the speed of fashion with ever-changing priorities

· Ability to work independently and work to meet multiple deadlines

· Ability to build and maintain relationships with other departments as well as vendors and other overseas offices

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Employee discounts across G-III brands
• Career growth opportunities within a global fashion organization
• A collaborative, innovative environment working with industry-leading brands

The pay range for this position is: $31.25 per hour/$65,000 per year (Annualized salary is based on a 40 hour work week) - $36.06 per hour/$75,000 per year (Annualized salary is based on a 40 hour work week)

Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.

About G-III Apparel Group, Ltd.

G-III excels at bringing excitement and confidence to customers through the fashion we create. We are global experts in design, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing, enabling us to fuel the growth of a substantial portfolio of brands. With more than 30 licensed and owned brands—including some of the most sought-after names in global fashion—our success is driven by our entrepreneurial spirit and deep industry relationships.

G-III’s owned brands include DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Donna Karan, Vilebrequin, Sonia Rykiel, G.H. Bass, Bass Outdoor, Andrew Marc, Eliza J., GIII Sports and more. G-III has fashion licenses under Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Cole Haan, Dockers, Guess?, Kenneth Cole, Levi’s, Vince Camuto, Margaritaville, and more. G-III also operates retail stores for the DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, and Donna Karan brands.

We are seekinga Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear to join the Orvis Team! Strongest preference is for someone in our Sunderland, VT office regularly. For candidates not local to Sunderland, expectation is one week/month in Sunderland.

As a Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear, you play a pivotal role in leading the design and development of our most innovative and technologically advanced fly fishing and hunting hard goods — work grounded by deep, first-hand angling experience, field knowledge, and real-world testing, not just concept or CAD. You are responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch, focusing on innovation, quality, and market trends within the fishing tackle and hunting industry. This role combines technical expertise in materials and engineering with creative direction and team management. You will be a key leader on the Product Team, comprised of 2 direct reports as well as the lead designer of all reels, waders, and wading boots. You will partner with our Product Leadership Team to create clear roles and responsibilities, define our new processes, and identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency. As a leader of multiple team members, you will inspire, guide, teach and elevate your team – owning their professional development and career paths.

Position Interfaces:

This position reports to our Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and interfacing with multiple areas including merchandising, inventory management, marketing, finance, sourcing, wholesale, retail operations, manufacturing and ownership of the company. It is a director role that involves supervision of the Fish/Hunt Hard Goods product design, development/sourcing team. This is an exempt/ salary position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a customer-obsessed Fish and Hunt Hard Goods Product Design & Development/Sourcing Team
• Lead a culture of partnership, communication, and collaboration across the organization
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic plan for new product design and development that aligns to deliver the Assortment Strategy, thus ensuring alignment with market and customer needs as well as company and financials goals, specifically target retail, AUC and IMU across all Fish/Hunt Hard Goods products.
• Design Inspiration – Lead the Hardgoods / Innovation Design Kickoff, the Design “blank canvas” to push the Orvis brand forward and ensure that we are leaders in innovation.
• Design Partnership – Partner and collaborate with Soft Goods Designer on seasonal
• Design Kick Off, DDR and Line Adoption Meetings to ensure a One Orvis Design POV
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee all phases of product design and development for Fish & Hunt Hard Goods, from initial concepting and prototyping to field testing and manufacturing to on time product launch. Ensure that the Hardgoods PDD and Sourcing team is prepared on time for all milestones and inspire cross functional partners across all Hardgoods to prepare milestones and ensure they happen on time.
• Deliver the Line: Ensure that the products agreed upon through the Design Kickoff and Assortment Strategy deliver on time and are discussed at DDR 1, 2 and Final Line Adoption. Aim for 90% of products aligned upon launch on time.
• People Management - Coach the team by providing consistent and candid feedback to ensure great partnership and collaboration with cross functional partners. Guide team to have effective communication and influence decision making. Hold the team accountable for milestone preparation and on-time delivery of product.Inspire the team to make decisions in milestones to reduce swirl and to keep all key partners up to date.
• People Development – Develop and empower direct reports by coaching and mentoring to build skills and support individual career development
• Mentorship: Provide mentorship to associates within the organization.
• Market and Trend Analysis: Utilize expert knowledge of fishing and hunting techniques, gear preferences, and market trends to identify new opportunities and guide/influence product design decisions and to deliver an industry-leading Design Kickoff.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams including leadership, marketing, sales, and customer service to ensure a cohesive user experience and effective product positioning, most importantly at key milestones.
• Vendor Management: Partner closely with our vendors to negotiate product pricing, ensuring financial goals are met – ensure vendors are clear on product design requirements within the cost parameters set to meet retail and IMU targets
• Budget Management – Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to ensure accurate operating expense budget forecasting and adherence to budgeted monthly/annual cost spend
• Calendar Management - Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to refine, enforce and adhere to seasonal development calendar dates and milestone meetings
• Quality Control: Responsible for the overall quality of the final product as measured by return rates and/or product recalls.
• Steward of the brand – Partner with Marketing and Brand Amplification team to align regular travel to regional training events, sales meetings, key wholesale accounts and industry trade shows. Knowledgeable of product performance, durability, and regulatory standards and maintain a continuous pulse on industry trends and competitors.
• Proactively recommend and/or execute new processes, procedures, SOPs to provide clarity and simplification for the Product Team
• Support the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and Chief Product & Creative Officer with projects and initiatives that benefit the entire organization
• Manage internal testing of all products in a way that is consistent with our brand standards
• Accountable for our field-testing program to ensure 90-day field testing is complete prior to SMS sample ordering PO placement
• Accountable for on-time delivery of photography, tradeshow, marketing and SMS rep samples
• Partner closely with Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to influence our manufacturing and vendor placement for Fish/Hunt Hard Goods Orvis branded products.
• Create relationships across our all-product categories to ensure we deliver a One Orvis experience for our customers.
• As a Director, think beyond your function.Proactively anticipate and solve problems that are One Orvis challenges. Give leverage to the leaders around you by taking on projects or solving problems that go beyond your function, therefore giving time back to those around you.

Competencies and Requirements:

• Education: A strong background in mechanical engineering or industrial design
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of fishing rod, reel, wader, boot, packs, bags, apparel materials, design tools, and manufacturing processes.
• Leadership: Proven leadership skills to guide teams, inspire innovation, and manage complex projects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and partner in problem solving.
• Problem-Solving: Strong capacity for creative problem-solving and finding innovative solutions for design and production challenges.
• Real-world Experience: Practical, real-world fishing experience and an understanding of angler needs
• 10+ years of Product Design & Development experience with a proven track record of helping to create a positive, supportive and inspiring work environment
• 5+ years of experience managing a team with a proven track record of excellent leadership, collaboration, and coaching skills.Ability to inspire, support, coach, teach and direct team – and the ability to know which is needed in each situation. Empathetic, supportive, and direct leadership style.
• Highly proficient in cost estimating with baseline inputs, understand relationship between like for like style, COO, duties and freight
• Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Management of the team for on schedule design and development of best-in-class Orvis branded products
• Efficiency: reduced spin and reduced need for communication outside of milestones by maintaining process and calendar discipline
• Quality as measured by returns and recalls, as well as feedback from customers, sales personnel in retail and wholesale, and the endorsed guide network
• Margin rate, cost of goods and sourcing strategies for Orvis branded products
• Increase in sales and gross margin dollars

About Orvis:

In 1856, Charles Orvis founded the Orvis Company in Manchester, Vermont, offering the finest fly fishing equipment, and priding himself on customer satisfaction and service. Today, along with our world famous fly-fishing gear, Orvis offers distinctive clothing, home furnishings, gifts, and dog products. Each item is rooted in our heritage of authenticity and the outdoors, and is backed with a no-questions-asked guarantee. With our flagship retail store located in the same Vermont village as the original store since 1856, we offer experience and knowledge that no other retail company can. Each day we strive to apply what we know and learn to bring our customers even better service and products tomorrow.

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