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Join the Beacon Specialized Living Services Team: Make a Real Impact!

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of others? Do you have a passion for supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, and autism? If so, it’s time to LEAP forward in your career at Beacon Specialized Living Services!

At Beacon, we’re dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals, empowering them to live their fullest lives. Whether you’re new to healthcare or experienced, we offer the training, support, and opportunities to help you grow professionally. NO experience is required to join our team — we’ll train you!

What Can I Expect as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)?

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Beacon, you will support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and mental health challenges. Your role will be instrumental in helping residents live independently, achieve personal goals, and improve their quality of life.

Daily Responsibilities Include:

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• Provide Support & Care: Encourage and guide individuals throughout the day to meet their goals, following person-centered and behavior plans.
  
• Foster a Safe Environment: Create a trust-filled space where individuals feel safe, supported, and respected, ensuring their rights are upheld.
  
• Meal Prep & Housekeeping: Cook meals based on dietary specifications and assist with laundry and cleaning to maintain a safe and organized home environment.
  
• Transportation & Advocacy: Transport individuals to appointments, advocate on their behalf, and assist with documentation.
  
• Medication Administration: Administer medications as prescribed and ensure the correct dosage is provided.
  
• 24/7 Availability: Remain awake and accessible in homes requiring round-the-clock care.
  
• Supervise Daily Activities: Support individuals with personal care, life skills, and social activities.
  

What We’re Looking For:

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• Passion for Helping Others: You’re committed to making a positive difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges.
  
• Team Player: You’ll work closely with a team of compassionate professionals who share your dedication to providing quality care.
  
• Reliable & Dependable: You’re someone others can count on, whether it’s for coming to work on time, completing tasks efficiently, or providing consistent care.
  
• Willingness to Learn: We provide on-the-job training, and we value candidates who are eager to learn and grow with us.
  
• Physical & Emotional Resilience: The role requires physical activity and the ability to work in environments with occasional challenging behaviors.
  

What We offer:

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• Competitive Pay & Benefits
  We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
  
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  • Medical, Dental, and Vision (starting 1st of the month after 60 days)
    
  
  

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• First Stop Health Telehealth – FREE for employee & Family
  

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  • 24/7 care via the app Virtual Urgent Care, Primary Care and Mental Health Care.
    
  
  
• Life Insurance and 401k (with employer match)
  
• Paid Training — including CPR, De-Escalation Training, and Medication Administration Certification
  
• DailyPay — Make any day PayDay!
  
• Advancement Opportunities with our LEAP Program!
  

Beacon’s Leadership, Excellence, Advancement, and Promotion (LEAP) program is designed to help you grow professionally and advance in your career.

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• LEAP to Leadership: The LEAP program is a structured development program designed to prepare you for leadership roles and increased compensation.
  

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• Advance Quickly: You can progress through the Leveling System within your first 90 days based on developing skills, demonstrating leadership potential, and advancing in your role.
  
• Be a Part of a Growth-Focused Organization: Join a company that values your contributions and supports your career development every step of the way.
  

Qualifications:

Position Purpose:

At Saint Mary’s Hospital, the Nurse Senior – Educator, informally known as the Nursing Professional Development Specialist, will advance nursing excellence through evidence-based education and professional development. This role empowers nurses to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care by fostering lifelong learning and supporting clinical competency across service lines.

What You Will Do:

• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs that promote clinical competency, orientation, and continuing education for nursing staff.

• Collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams to assess learning needs and develop targeted strategies for professional growth.

• Serve as a mentor and resource, guiding nurses in evidence-based practice and supporting quality improvement initiatives.

• Lead efforts to integrate best practices and regulatory standards into nursing education and clinical workflows.

Required:

• Current and valid Connecticut RN license.

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program. A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is a strong preference; near requirement. BSN candidates will only be considered if they are actively pursuing an MSN or higher degree.

• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in Medical/Surgical or Critical Care inpatient specialty/service lines. This will include, but is not limited to: Critical Care, Telemetry, and/or Medical-Surgical service lines.

Preferred:

• Experience in staff education or professional development (strong preference; nearly required).

• Current BLS certification and advanced specialty certifications (ACLS, etc.). Certification support will be offered post-hire.

• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver educational programs for nursing staff.

Position Highlights:

• Part-Time: 24 hours/week

• This is a salaried position

• Salary Range: $40.05 (49,982) to $70.50 (87,984)

• Schedule Expectations:
  This role requires a flexible weekly schedule. While most hours are worked during standard business times, the Hiring Manager is looking for someone who is willing and able to adjust their schedule as needed, including occasional evening or weekend hours to meet program and patient needs.

Ministry/Facility Information:

Saint Mary’s Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities. What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Are you a natural Hunter who is driven by establishing and maintaining great business relationships that result in new opportunities and win-win solutions? Do you thrive on finding new potential customers who would be perfect for the solutions you offer?

Empire Today is seeking a Business Development Representative to join our highly motivated, fast-paced team. The Business Development Representative is responsible for driving new revenue by pursuing new business relationships, growing existing relationships and generating new opportunities through discovery of client needs. This is a great high earning potential opportunity from a generous commission and incentive structure.

Compensation: $70,000/Year

Responsibilities:

• Find and qualify new business opportunities using market research, simple analysis, and in-person prospecting.
• Drive new relationships and create new leads through office visits, reach-outs and active communication.
• Lead discovery meetings to understand client needs and develop tailored solutions/proposals.
• Generate new leads through active account management and reconnection of past business partners.
• Own the entirety of the sales process from initial contact through contract execution.
• Work with internal teams and attend initial job site appointments to ensure projects run smoothly.
• Meet with customers and managers as needed throughout the process.
• Keep salesforce updated and track pipeline progress.
• Lead regular client check-ins and events to strengthen relationships and support account growth.
• Escalate customer issues in a timely manner with the goal of fast, effective resolution.
• Create/present regular business review decks.
• Analyze account performance and market trends to improve sales strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience in account management, sales, or customer service.
• Strong presentation skills required.
• Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office Suite.
• P&L experience preferred.
• Home/trade show experience a plus.

Why Empire Today?

• We empower our employees to strive for their unique goals. Within such an inclusive company with unlimited growth opportunities, how far you go is up to you.
• We take care of our people. We start investing in you from day one. The perks and benefits we offer help you live well, both at work and at home.
• We have an unmatched company culture. We’ve won multiple awards for employee and customer satisfaction, and we believe it all comes down to our culture of teamwork, creativity, and growth.
• We’re one of the nation’s most recognizable brands. You’ll enjoy the stability that comes with a national company and a sense of pride when you’re a part of our team.

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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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