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Product Development Specialist (Contract)
Location:
Framingham, MA
Description:
Discovery is at the heart of everything we do. Wherever you find us around the world, if you can think of a product, you can probably find it in our stores, which include TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, Winners, Homesense, and TK Maxx. With variety comes plenty of happy surprises - our environment is ever-changing, and that’s just how we like it. Every day is an opportunity to discover something new about our business, our partnerships and even something exciting about yourself. Ready to Discover Different? Posting Notes: Framingham || MA Product Development Specialist (contract) Onsite in Framingham MA Local Candidates only JOB SUMMARY: Develops and executes product based upon vision and void directed by the Merchants and Manager to ensure the timely shipment of quality, trend right product. Develops strong customer service and working relationships with Agents, Buyer Vendors and other inter-departmental associates. Regularly shops all levels of stores including our own and competitors for fashion, trends, color direction and value. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops strong working relationships and communication skills. Ensures styling details and product standards are clearly communicated and understood by Agents/Vendors. Facilitates problem resolution in a timely manner. Coordinates the development process according to time and action deadlines. Develops an understanding of how to create achievable programs and how to add efficiencies while working with the Manager and team. Works with technical design and design to ensure that the product styling and fit is consistent with current market trends. Works with their Managers, the Agents and Vendors to develop new techniques and concept samples. Works closely with the Sourcing Team. Reviews all submits received from vendors for compliance to standards. Communicates technically achievable direction to the vendors on how to correct color, strike offs, components, and samples. Consults Product Manager or team members for functional guidance as necessary. Assists in monitoring delivery and production flow according to the Time & Action deadlines. Monitors WIP reports with Product Development team, Agents, and Vendors to ensure on time delivery for all programs. Approves submits including trims, dips, print strike offs, fabric quality and samples against established standards. Resolves issues as they arise in accordance to the Time and Action calendar. Ability to prioritize work load Acts with integrity Recommends methods to improve the product construction and quality SKILL REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION: Degree in Fashion/Home Product Design and/or Merchandising. Minimum of 1+ years Product Development experience. PC skills including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel , PLM, Adobe Illustrator. Broad-based knowledge of garment specifications, including clothing construction, grading, etc. Knowledge of garment testing standards and protocols. Effective communication skills. Strong math skills. Ability to communicate and interpret conceptual design ideas. Strong interpersonal skills. Works well in a team environment. Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast pace environment. Strong organizational and follow-through skills. Come Discover Different at TJX. From opportunity and teamwork to growth, we think you’ll find that it’s so much more than a job. When you’re a part of our global TJX family, you have the full support of a diverse, close-knit group of people dedicated to finding great deals and fantastic style. Best of all? They have a lot of fun doing it. We care about our culture, but we also prioritize the tangible stuff (Competitive salaries: check. Solid benefits: check. Plenty of room for advancement: of course). It’s our way of empowering you to make your career here. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. Posting Notes: Framingham || MA
Company:
TJX Companies
Posted:
April 25 on TJX Companies, Inc.
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