Associate Product Development Manager
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7 Manchester, VT Manchester, VT Full-time Full-time $45,000 - $60,000 a year $45,000 - $60,000 a year 9 days ago 9 days ago 9 days ago The Vermont Country Store is currently seeking an Associate Product Development Manager to join our Merchandising Team.
This role successfully manages specific product categories and develops new, unique, hard-to-find products for The Vermont Country Store customer while driving sales and profit growth across multiple channels.
Where We Are This hybrid position requires in-person work three days per week at 5650 Main Street, Manchester Center, Vermont.
A Sampling of What You'll Do Develop and manage merchandise assortment for assigned categories to achieve sales and growth objectives Collaboratively build and execute seasonal and annual multi-channel business plans Understand the competitive marketplace and pursue category opportunities that align with business plans Review and analyze key performance metrics for products and develop a plan to address opportunities and challenges Develop relationships with vendors and prospective suppliers to maximize quality and growth potential Collaborate closely with various internal teams to optimize and ensure appropriate product assortment, quality, packaging, and presentation across all channels and touch points Develop and lead product brainstorm meetings to identify new growth areas Domestic and international travel as needed Who We're Looking For Energetic self-starter that works well in a team as well as independently Combination of high creativity to drive innovation and high analytical skills to drive business performance Passion for accuracy and innovation Detail oriented with consistent and timely follow through Strong presentation, listening, verbal, and written skills 3-5 years of merchandising or product management experience in a multi-channel retail environment or equivalent experience in a related field Experience using Excel a must, pivot tables a plus Who We Are:
An innovation-driven company, The Vermont Country Store is a family-owned multi-channel business that has been operating in the Green Mountains of southern Vermont for over 75 years.
What You'll Love About The Vermont Country Store Onsite wellness center including free wellness visits and programs Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered to full time employees 401 K retirement program with a 3% safe harbor contribution, potential employer matching and potential profit sharing Contributions to the cost of childcare Company paid life insurance.
Short and long-term disability Voluntary benefits including life insurance, Voya (accident, hospital, and critical illness), Liberty Mutual (auto, home, life insurance, recreational toys) Numerous philanthropic programs including paid volunteer hours and matching charitable contributions Potential for quarterly bonus Onsite fitness facilities at most locations Generous employee discounts at our retail stores, Yankee Surplus, and online And many more! More About Us With deep, well-established roots in Vermont, we offer a unique work environment in a rural setting for those who enjoy the outdoors and mountain lifestyle.
While we have always offered hard-to find products, we also offer easy-to-love careers in a variety of roles.
Our Main Offices are located in Manchester Center, a tranquil Vermont town with numerous shops, restaurants, and cultural events.
It is a wonderful location to raise a family with a strong school system and many activities for children.
The surrounding area provides ample opportunity for hiking, skiing, and exploring the outdoors.
We like to say that the strength of The Vermont Country Store is in its people, so come join us! Strength lies in our differences.
Together the possibilities are endless.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
7 Manchester, VT Manchester, VT Full-time Full-time $45,000 - $60,000 a year $45,000 - $60,000 a year 9 days ago 9 days ago 9 days ago The Vermont Country Store is currently seeking an Associate Product Development Manager to join our Merchandising Team.
This role successfully manages specific product categories and develops new, unique, hard-to-find products for The Vermont Country Store customer while driving sales and profit growth across multiple channels.
Where We Are This hybrid position requires in-person work three days per week at 5650 Main Street, Manchester Center, Vermont.
A Sampling of What You'll Do Develop and manage merchandise assortment for assigned categories to achieve sales and growth objectives Collaboratively build and execute seasonal and annual multi-channel business plans Understand the competitive marketplace and pursue category opportunities that align with business plans Review and analyze key performance metrics for products and develop a plan to address opportunities and challenges Develop relationships with vendors and prospective suppliers to maximize quality and growth potential Collaborate closely with various internal teams to optimize and ensure appropriate product assortment, quality, packaging, and presentation across all channels and touch points Develop and lead product brainstorm meetings to identify new growth areas Domestic and international travel as needed Who We're Looking For Energetic self-starter that works well in a team as well as independently Combination of high creativity to drive innovation and high analytical skills to drive business performance Passion for accuracy and innovation Detail oriented with consistent and timely follow through Strong presentation, listening, verbal, and written skills 3-5 years of merchandising or product management experience in a multi-channel retail environment or equivalent experience in a related field Experience using Excel a must, pivot tables a plus Who We Are:
An innovation-driven company, The Vermont Country Store is a family-owned multi-channel business that has been operating in the Green Mountains of southern Vermont for over 75 years.
What You'll Love About The Vermont Country Store Onsite wellness center including free wellness visits and programs Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered to full time employees 401 K retirement program with a 3% safe harbor contribution, potential employer matching and potential profit sharing Contributions to the cost of childcare Company paid life insurance.
Short and long-term disability Voluntary benefits including life insurance, Voya (accident, hospital, and critical illness), Liberty Mutual (auto, home, life insurance, recreational toys) Numerous philanthropic programs including paid volunteer hours and matching charitable contributions Potential for quarterly bonus Onsite fitness facilities at most locations Generous employee discounts at our retail stores, Yankee Surplus, and online And many more! More About Us With deep, well-established roots in Vermont, we offer a unique work environment in a rural setting for those who enjoy the outdoors and mountain lifestyle.
While we have always offered hard-to find products, we also offer easy-to-love careers in a variety of roles.
Our Main Offices are located in Manchester Center, a tranquil Vermont town with numerous shops, restaurants, and cultural events.
It is a wonderful location to raise a family with a strong school system and many activities for children.
The surrounding area provides ample opportunity for hiking, skiing, and exploring the outdoors.
We like to say that the strength of The Vermont Country Store is in its people, so come join us! Strength lies in our differences.
Together the possibilities are endless.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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