In 1981, GUESS sold its very first pair of jeans to Bloomingdale's department store. Since then, GUESS has grown, becoming one of today's most recognized and influential apparel brands in the world.

The continued dedication and commitment of our employees is the driving force of GUESS. Our talented professionals focus on leading the company with their vision of success. Join the team at GUESS Europe and bring your vision to life.

GUESS Europe is seeking eager, passionate individuals to uphold our commitment to the spirit of the GUESS family of brands including GUESS, Marciano, GUESS Factory.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Accessories & Footwear Product Manager is responsible for managing the product development process of the specific product category by working closely with the designers, the R&D Team, Licensees and factories to develop each category from initial concept to finished product.

The role also includes to develop prototypes and products consistent with the brand DNA and company’s overall strategies and goals.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the development of Accessories and Footwear categories following the development calendar and price targets
  Constant proposal of innovative product related solutions and new products

ACTIVITIES

• Support all the collection phases: design research and sketches, proto review and final edit. Take part to the pricing activities.
• Work closely with designers, offering qualitative solutions to meet stylistic and productive needs.
• Interaction with Operations Team in order to meet the most important KPI objectives as IMU and time-to-market
• Interaction with the Business Intelligence Team in order to develop products that meet the business goals and market needs
• Work with the licensees, external consultants and vendors in order that products are developed according to the brief specs. Daily follow up the collection development.
• Interact with raw material suppliers and manufacturers to source and develop appropriate products and components. Be proactive on researching and proposing new suppliers in order to meet the product expectations.
• Edit and confirm technical sheets and material records
• Manage the seasonal development calendar and make sure the deadlines are respected
• Own and coordinate the fitting test, manage the pre-production samples process and communications of corrections to the vendors in order to set up the production.

• 3-4 years of experience in the role. Knowledge of accessories/footwear industry
• Excellent Office Package knowledge, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop.
• 3D software knowledge is a plus
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Proactivity
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Listening capabilities in order to prevent conflicts and solve them easily
• Handling requests in a professional and diplomatic way
• High levels of self-management, flexibility, reactivity and adaptability
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with a diverse group at all level
• Problem solving and negotiating skills
• Fluent English both written and spoken
• Willingness to travel in Far East (3/4 times per year)