Manager, Product Development - Accessories

The Manager of Product Development is an experienced manager responsible for owning specific category/categories. They partner with design, technical design and manufacturing to develop and execute product consistent with design’s vision and the Brand’s global sourcing strategy. The Manager of Product Development manages the development and execution of products from design intent through bulk production, with a focus on on-time, quality, deliveries at the right cost, with the required speed and flexibility in support of the brand strategy.

This role requires a high level of influence with global cross functional partners.

At Victoria’s Secret & Co, you’ll join a world-leading specialty retail brand recognized globally for innovation and excellence in lingerie and fashion. You’ll work alongside industry leaders to set the standard for what a retail brand can achieve, placing customers at the center of everything we do to create products and experiences that bring them joy.

We believe everyone deserves a place where they truly belong. We celebrate individuality and know that your passion, experience, and unique perspective strengthen our team and business. Here, you’ll be empowered to perform, grow, and engage through unmatched opportunities to develop your skills, gain real-world experience, and learn from the best in the business.

• Overseeing the sample tracking for your categories to ensure accuracy and share with regional and cross functional partners
• Responsible for ensuring teams’ data is properly tracked and entered in PLM systems and for any and all reporting
• Manage team costings, including negotiations, alternative options, running costing meetings, etc.
• Find product solutions for your categories that include analyzing processes, hand-offs, tech pack requirements, Holding your team and design accountable for meeting timeline deliverables.
• Attending in person requirements like fittings and cross functional meetings
• Managing talent for your team, including managing direct reports, developing talent, onboarding and making sure team members have proper training

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VS&Co provides a range of compensation for this role as shown. Your actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic region, or other relevant factors.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Retail Merchandising, Supply Chain/Logistics or related area
• 8-10 years related experience, preferably in Product Development
• Previous experience managing a team
• Strong, consistent problem solving abilities and result-driven communication with business partners
• Keen written, verbal and electronic communication skills, computer proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Experience with Centric preferred, or another PLM system
• Ability to communicate and influence design aesthetic and direction to vendors/regional offices
• Knowledge and experience representing team on a regional scale and communicating with overseas vendors

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links:
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An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.