Product Strategy Assistant Manager

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Advanced Excel , Microsoft Suite , Power Point

Location

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  New York City
• , New York

Duration

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Expected 03 month contract with possible extension

Pay Rate: $37/hr the pay rate may differ depending on your skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.

• Medical Insurance in compliance with the ACA
• 401(k)
• Sick leave in compliance with applicable state, federal, and local laws

We are looking for a Product Strategy Assistant Manager that will support the Strategy Manager and director in all aspects of the strategy and development process. The ideal candidate is adaptable, can thrive in a fast-paced environment, be detail-oriented, and work well with cross-functional teams. Must be proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a solid understanding of data, and the ability to quickly navigate business needs and work with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Additionally, we would emphasize the need for someone who is highly precise and detail-oriented, with the ability to accurately analyze and interpret various data sets.
• Ideally, the candidate would have prior product experience and be a fast learner who can quickly adapt to and navigate the multiple platforms and systems used across the business.

• Line Management:
  • Upkeep of product catalogs
  • Technical line sheet for license
  • General upkeep of PLM data integrity
  • Collection training tools
• Reporting
  • Pull information from data systems (including monthly reports)
  • Upper management report preparation (requires high level of accuracy)
  • Product reviews
  • Competitive market deep dives
  • Ad-hoc analysis
• Material Management:
  • Assist with new material development
  • Assist organizing samples
  • Assist in maintaining the integrity of the material libraries
  • Preparation for meetings (IE: placing sketches on boards, preparing color forms, preparing prototype kick-off forms, printing materials for meetings)

• B.S/B.A. degree in Merchandising management and/or Product Development
• 3+ years experience work experience that is relevant to product development
• Previous experience with reporting, recruiting, and data analysis
• Ability to organize and prioritize
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Applications
• Adaptability and flexibility to both work individually as well as within a team
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking and analysis skills.
• Excellent teamwork, verbal and written communication (including the ability to explain technical concepts in non-technical terms), as well as project and time management skills are essential.