Senior Director Retail Product Development
Remote
The Senior Director of Retail Product Development is responsible for leading the strategy, development, and execution of innovative retail products that drive revenue growth, enhance customer experience, and strengthen the company’s retail portfolio. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Retail, this role oversees the full lifecycle of product development—from concept through launch and ongoing optimization—while leading and mentoring the Director of Product Development and cross-functional teams.
This leader collaborates closely with visual merchandising, store design, retail operations, logistics team, and finance to ensure products align with brand standards, and achieve financial objectives.
Responsibilities:
Lead and inspire a team of retail product development and buying professionals
Drive vision and creative direction across product development for all retail experiences within the company retail portfolio
Ensure all products developed are designed for markets with special consideration to proper packaging design, adherence to international safety and recycling requirements and insignias
In collaboration with the SVP Retail, build exciting story-driven product assortments that positively impact sales
Manage the work flow from assortment development, product concept design, appropriate graphics resources, pre-production and production resources to ensure timely and successful development completion
Develop a portfolio of resources, (manufacturers, suppliers, distributors), that offer quality products at improved margins
Effectively build and manage relationships with IP holders regarding product assortment development through product production
Manage with a focus on expense reduction within all aspects of product development while maintaining quality, compliance and brand standards.
Develop an open-to-buy plan that builds on current successes, evaluates cash flow, balances inventory levels, and describes margin improvements whenever possible
所需能力：
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Product Design preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in retail product development, merchandising, or related leadership roles
Proven success managing product development teams and delivering successful retail product launches
Strong understanding of retail economics, margin management, and product lifecycle strategy
Demonstrated ability to translate IP insights into commercially successful products
Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
其他首选技能/能力：
Ability to function in high-pressure situations
Manual dexterity to operate a computer
Correctable vision and hearing
Excellent interpersonal skills
Clear, easy to understand oral communication ability
Ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally for the purpose of moving equipment on and off shelves
Ability to stand and walk for long periods
Ability to sit for long periods
Capability to read, write, and understand English
Skilled in the use of computer and office equipment
Proficient in activities requiring manual dexterity of both hands
Travel domestically and/or internationally based on business needs
Primarily an onsite position
如何申请：
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Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. Imagine Exhibitions Inc. reserves the right to revise or change duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.