Product Development Associate - Hybrid- NYC

WHO WE ARE:BaubleBar designs accessories that make life more fun. Founded in 2010, the Company is known for its statement-making styles that create joy and bring people together. Today, BaubleBar’s unabashedly optimistic perspective can be found across multiple accessory categories that are sold direct to consumer and at 8,500+ retail stores globally.WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:BaubleBar is currently seeking a Product Development Associate to join our team. You will be responsible for coordinating and maintaining the day-to-day development procedures for both current and new jewelry and accessories under the direction of the Product Development Senior Manager. The Product Development Associate works with the Product Development team to learn the entire product development process from initial design through prototype development and bulk production. As our PD Associate, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with merchandising, design, as well as production, and communicate with our factories daily. This position requires close attention to detail, assortment, timing and pricing.WHAT WE WANT YOU TO DO:

Own the A-Z product development for in-house jewelry and accessories product

Communicate design, material and details to vendors and ensure samples are ready for market meetings

Collect and monitor the development and production schedules, ensuring deadlines are met

Support the Product Development management in cost engineering and margin management

Own the preparation of seasonal milestone meetings with cross functional team

Support in weekly meetings with merchandising/design teams and assist in communicating the required actions with the vendor

Bring a high level of creativity, attention to detail and efficiency while working under tight deadlines and on multiple projects simultaneously

Be enthusiastic about expanding your skill set and working on a broad range of projects

Stay knowledgeable about industry standards and trends

Collaborate with design to address construction issues on a style level

Ensure accuracy of information in lifecycle management software

Work onsite in our Manhattan office 4 days per week/1 floating day remote based on team needs

WHAT WE WANT TO SEE:

Bachelor’s Degree in fashion merchandising or related degree preferred

3+ years of accessories and/or jewelry development experience required

An expert in accessory and jewelry materials and factory best practices and capabilities

Highly organized with tremendous attention to detail

Levelheaded and proactive in problem solving

Ability to take initiative and ownership of all work within a fast-paced environment

Strong sense of fashion

Someone who truly LOVES creating amazing product at the right price, whose passion is evident in their work and who has a great sense of humor and outlook on life