Lead end-to-end development of major artist collections across tour and eCommerce channels
Partner with Creative at the concept stage to shape line architecture, product mix, and category expansion opportunities
Translate artist vision into commercially viable product assortments
Provide recommendations on category growth, fabrication strategy, and price tiering
Manage and mentor Product Development Managers and/or Coordinators
Oversee workload allocation across artists and launches
Ensure team adherence to development timelines, process standards, and data accuracy
Elevate team capabilities through coaching and best practice implementation
Lead vendor sourcing strategy across domestic and international partners
Allocate programs based on capability, speed-to-market, margin targets, and quality performance
Negotiate costing, MOQs, and timelines at a senior level
Build long-term vendor partnerships to support scalable growth
Oversee material selection, trims, construction details, and print techniques
Provide fit direction and oversee sample review and approvals
Ensure accuracy and completeness of tech packs and product specs within PLM
Monitor sample tracking and development progress across multiple concurrent launches
Own T&A calendars aligned to tour dates, album releases, and eCommerce drop schedules
Anticipate and mitigate risk related to launch timing
Ensure cross-functional alignment with Creative, Production, Planning, and Sales teams
Establish target costing across collections
Review P&Ls and ensure margin goals are met
Recommend retail pricing (RRP/MSRP) strategy based on market positioning and profitability targets
Identify cost engineering opportunities while preserving product integrity
Maintain accurate and timely product data within PLM
Oversee ERP product setup inputs and ensure costing integrity
Support process improvements to drive scalability and efficiency
Set QA standards and provide direction to vendors
Ensure approved samples meet quality, fit, and construction expectations
Partner with Production to ensure seamless bulk transition

Requirements

5-7 years of experience in apparel and/or accessories product development
Experience in music merchandise, entertainment, streetwear, or drop-driven businesses preferred
Strong technical expertise across printables, cut-and-sew, and custom accessories
Demonstrated vendor sourcing and negotiation experience
Experience leading or mentoring team members
Strong financial acumen, including P&L review and pricing strategy
Proficiency in PLM systems and ERP platforms
Exceptional ability to manage multiple high-pressure launches simultaneously

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including: Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
2-weeks paid Winter Break
10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

product developmentvendor sourcingnegotiationP&L reviewpricing strategyfit directiontech packssample reviewcost engineeringmaterial selection

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcoachingcross-functional alignmentrisk mitigationtime managementprocess improvementcommunicationorganizational skillsteam management