Apparel Development Manager

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:
Leads and fosters a strong organizational culture, driving change and serving as a recognized subject matter expert. Manages and mentors the development team within the product category, overseeing training and professional growth. Ensures accountability and performance across key business segments throughout the product lifecycle, collaborating effectively with both internal and external teams.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
* Leverages advanced project management expertise to collaborate across functions, ensuring effective communication on key issues and potential risks, while successfully delivering quality products on time and within target cost.
* Oversees assigned products from concept through to product approval, ensuring alignment with critical deadlines, specifications, sustainability standards, performance metrics, and profitability goals.
* Applies deep industry knowledge and market insights to guarantee accurate product specifications for manufacturing, collaborating with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure product quality in production.
* Contributes to seasonal vendor evaluations, focusing on R&D deliverables, costing, and product quality, while working with senior management to align on seasonal plans and strategies.
* Manages cross-functional communication with Materials, Quality Control, and Sourcing teams, ensuring that material and garment testing meets specifications and requirements for intended use.

REQUIREMENTS OF SUCCESS:
* Strong organizational and time management abilities, with a proven track record of managing multiple priorities and meeting concurrent deadlines.
* Champions a culture of adaptability, cultivating a team environment where flexibility is integral to overcoming challenges and achieving success.
* Actively seeks to expand knowledge and understanding of diverse cultures and backgrounds, leveraging these insights to enhance team dynamics and organizational success.
* Cultivates high-performing teams by aligning diverse skills and strengths, while mentoring others on best practices for team building and collaboration.
* At least 2 years of management experience, with a demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams.
* Willingness and ability to travel globally as needed to support system implementation, training, troubleshooting, and capability building.

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.