Assistant Product Manager at Spencer's in Egg Harbor, NJ

Summary: Spencer's is a company focused on creating a fun and inclusive work environment. The Assistant Product Manager will support the Product Manager in managing the product development lifecycle, ensuring timely communication and coordination throughout the process. Responsibilities: - Collaborate closely with the Product Manager to oversee the product development cycle, ensuring awareness of the status of each style at every stage - Support day-to-day vendor relations to guarantee product quality, cost-effectiveness, and operational efficiency, while ensuring timely and clear communication - Liaise with both internal teams and external partners to maintain momentum within the product lifecycle, aligning with the corporate calendar - Handle the cataloging of all incoming samples; coordinate the subsequent review processes and organize weekly cross-functional team meetings to discuss progress and next steps - Input and manage data within the corporate Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system - Coordinate with the licensing team to meet product deadlines and approval processes for licensed merchandise - Assist in analyzing in-season sales data with the Product Manager and share insights for product optimization - Participate in market trend research and competitive shopping to enhance market knowledge - Support the preparation and delivery of presentations to senior management to include final samples and cost evaluations for approval Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree; and 1 – 3 years related experience and/or internship experience. Buying background is a plus - A foundational understanding of retail mathematics - Proficient in MS Office to include Outlook and Excel - Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with a strong sense of initiative and ownership over projects - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the capability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively - Strong verbal and written communication abilities, coupled with analytical and presentation skills - Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines Required Skills: Retail mathematics, MS Office, Outlook, Excel, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, Analytical skills Benefits: Flexible work environment, Career advancement, Competitive base salary, Bonus opportunity, Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance, 401k with a company match, 30% merchandise discount