Apparel Product Manager

BSN Sports

Farmers Branch, Texas
30+ days ago

Highlights

It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT. Our 3,000 BSN SPORTS employees strive to support the Heart of the Game by putting valuable time back into the day of coaches and administrators through excellent service platforms.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Farmers Branch, Texas
Industry	Sports and Physical Recreation
Year Founded	1971
Website	http://www.bsnsports.com/

Description

BSN SPORTS, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE RECOGNIZED LEADER IN TEAM ATHLETIC GEAR

For over 50 years, BSN SPORTS has been the largest team sporting goods equipment and apparel distributor of choice in the United States. Our 3,000 BSN SPORTS employees strive to support the Heart of the Game by putting valuable time back into the day of coaches and administrators through excellent service platforms. Our company mission is simple: Save coaches and administrators time with everything they do off the field so they have more time to impact young lives on it.

WORK TYPE: Hybrid

LOCATION DETAILS:14460 Varsity Brands Way, Farmers Branch, TX 75244

Please note: This position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must be able to work from the designated location without company-sponsored relocation.

WORK HOURS: M-F, 8-5 / 9-6 (Hybrid, WFH Friday)

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

TheApparel ProductManagerwillbe responsible forthe management of the assigned product category.This person will be charged with understanding the category assigned; both hardgoods and apparel.They will drive the agreed upon product strategy and work cross functionally with otherfunctionalareas to execute the product plan.TheProductManager willensuretimelines are met.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Responsible for thesupport andmanagement of assignedcategory.

Responsible forassigned style,design,andappropriate systemsupport.

Responsible for category competitive analysis.

Work cross functionally tosupportcategory priorities.

Collaborate with vendors on category needs,product costing, programs,anddevelopment.

Consumer insights and trends

Responsible for communicating the category assortment for theseason.

Provide informationonstyle and systemsetup.

Provide category / style /recommendedpricing information for all marketingmaterials.

Cataloging and maintenance of samples

Work with Demand Planning/Forecasting onproduct/market needs andtrends.

Present product category atselectssalesevents.

E&O process. Provide identification andproduct directionon E&O items.

Creation and management of anyvendorrebate programs in conjunction with finance.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITES

Ability tomanagesensitive matters and information with tact,diplomacy,andconfidentiality.

Attention to detail, ability to multitask, remainorganizedand prioritize tasks with strictdeadlines.

Self-motivatedteam player, with theability to work independently with minimalsupervision.

Ability to work in afast-pacedenvironment and pivotfocusofresponsibilities in a smooth and efficientmanner.

Incorporate customer-centric values and SPIRIT principles into the company's mission, vision, and core values.

The ability tocommunicate (listening,writingand verbal) across all levels of an organization efficiently and effectively.

Knowledge of Federal and State Human Resource related laws and regulations.

Must be comfortable with conflict resolution.

Proficient in Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED,Associate(or Bachelor)degreepreferred.

2+years of relevant experience

Proven successtoeffectivelycommunicate(listening,writingand verbal) across all levels of an organization.

Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office and learning new systems/technology with understanding some work is processed manually.

Physical Demands and/orWork Environment

This joboperatesin a professional office environment.Asedentaryrolewithsome filing requiringthe ability to lift files, open filing cabinets andbending,as necessary.This role is expected to be fully inoffice.

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.

JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT

At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.

OUR VALUES

Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.

Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.

Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.

Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.

Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.

Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.

OUR BENEFITS

We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:

Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
Wellbeing Program
401(k) plan with company matching
Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
Varsity Brands Ownership Program
Employee Resource Groups
St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

About Company

Founded in 1972 as a factory-direct equipment company, today BSN SPORTS is the largest distributor of team sports apparel and equipment in the United States.

BSN SPORTS has become the Best Supply Network in Sports through the growth of its core sporting goods business and through the acquisition of leading team dealers since 2004, representing hundreds of years of combined experience (Kesslers Team Sports, Dixie Sporting Goods, Orlando Team Sports, Salkeld Sports, Collegiate Pacific). Customers purchase products via the BSN SPORTS catalog; our website (BSNSPORTS.com) and with dedicated sales representatives in person or via phone . While our birthplace and headquarters are in Dallas, Texas, BSN SPORTS operates in 40 offices and through over 500 sales representatives nationwide.