Product Management Manager Purple Label

Ref #

W178990

State/Region

New York

Department

Manufacturing & Sourcing

Location

United States

City

New York

Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $65000 - $129225 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.

Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As part of the Product Management team, this role partners with Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, Sourcing Offices, Factories, and Mills to help ensure the integrity of product from sample through bulk production. This individual works closely with cross-functional partners to support seasonal priorities, resolve product issues, and maintain alignment across key milestones and deliverables.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and maintain Air table seasonal base throughout product lifecycle - work closely with Design and Fabric teams to receive updates and communicate to cross functional teams in timely manner

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress against product and seasonal objectives

• Support the management of lead times and key activities from development through store delivery

• Partner with Product Testing team to ensure design execution meets Product Standards/RL requirements

• Work closely with team to maintain development and production costing for products, ensure all costs are updated, accurate and communicated properly to cross functional teams

• Partner with Merchandising and supply chain teams to track production status, shipments schedules and delivery milestones

• Identify and escalate risks related to delays, cost fluctuations, or material availability while supporting solutions that uphold brand standards and operational excellence

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Knowledge of garment manufacturing process and product development
• Proven ability to quickly pivot and problem solve utilizing innovative solutions
• Actively displays curiosity, a desire to learn and grow, and an innovative mind-set
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with experience influencing cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn insights into practical actions
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Embodies the Cultural Focus Areas of the RL Brand

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Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws. Please note background checks will be evaluated individually.