Brand Manager - Product Development

Bealls

Bradenton, FL

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Bradenton, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago
Brand Manager - Product Development(

Job Number:

 26000056)

Description

 

ABOUT BEALLS INC.

 

If you're seeking a career with a company that encourages authenticity, rewards innovation and provides stability and work/life harmony, then Bealls Inc. is the place for you! At Bealls Inc., our people have a shared responsibility to each other that has fueled our considerable retail industry success. Here you'll find a blend of tenured people with deep company knowledge working alongside talents from national and international retailers, various industries, and recent graduates, all united by a shared vision.

 

WHO WE ARE:

  • We are a group of passionate people who utilize our unique talents to help our guests outfit their families for less. 

  • We strive to hire and develop talented and diverse individuals by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and authenticity that benefits from and thrives on a wide range of skills, styles, backgrounds and experiences.

  • We believe we are better when we work together, leveraging collaboration and relationships throughout our organization and the broader retail industry to help accomplish our goals.

  • We are continuously pursuing solutions that address environmental impact and advance sustainable practices, while strengthening relationships with our communities, our people, and our industry partners.

  • Practices that people experience when joining include Authenticity, Acceptance, Accountability, Empowerment, Gratitude, Openness, Presence and Transparency.

 

WHY JOIN BEALLS INC.:

  • Location: Our corporate offices are in beautiful and sunny Bradenton, FL.We offer corporate individuals the flexibility of hybrid work schedules, with variations by department.  

  • Stability: We are a financially strong, multi-billion-dollar, growing organization that has been around for 110 years! We have over 650 retail stores across 22 states under bealls, Bealls Florida, and Home Centric store brands, along with 50 exclusive brands in our stores!

  • Benefits: We provide weekly pay and comprehensive benefits, health and wellness perks including paid time off and retirement saving plans because individual well-being is a priority.

  • Growth: We focus on cultivating internal talent and educating new members of the organization through numerous training programs and learning tools. This is accomplished through continuous professional development at all levels in the classroom, in the field and on the job.

  • Connection: Surround yourself with others who find purpose, passion, and fulfillment in their work, with an organization that believes in making communities safer and healthier for generations to come.

     

Learn even more atwww.beallsinc.com/beallsinc/careers

 

BRAND MANAGER – PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

 

IMPACT ON BUSINESS:

As we continue to expand, our products continue to grow right along with us--in volume and complexity.  That is why we need a highly skilled Brand Manager in our Apparel Division to help move us forward.

 

As a Brand Manager, you will shape the aesthetic vision, financial strategies, seasonal concepts, and line assortments for designated businesses within our Exclusive Brands for Bealls and Bealls Florida divisions.

 

You will serve as the leader in guiding your team to align the business metrics to the product, introducing new, innovative, and trend-appropriate initiatives that will surprise and delight our guests every day.  Because our product development efforts are currently handled by cross-functional teams, you will be instrumental in liaising communications with merchant partners, sourcing partners, import production teams, and key stakeholders to drive the highest quality products at incredible values.

 

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES [Essential Functions]:

  • Drives the merchandising strategy of targeted brands with a dedicated design team, in partnership with key stakeholders to achieve sales and profitability goals.

  • Owns the brand architecture and upholds the integrity of the brand identity throughout cross-pollinated classifications.

  • Serves as a business design expert and is accountable for the brands’ financial success.

  • Manages the design team through product development process from concept to finalization.

  • Owns product development time & action calendar in partnership with sourcing partners to ensure on-time delivery.

  • Commands the design aesthetic vision, through artistry and trend scouting to create compelling products that are one step ahead.

  • Incorporates marketplace influences and consumer insights to deliver actionable, trend appropriate initiatives including color guidance, new fabrics, innovative technology, and design direction.

  • Leads working sessions and collaborates with internal and external partners, gaining consensus on business drivers, price, value equations, and assortment composition.

  • Understands our target guests and frequently shops stores to provide competitive analysis to enhance brand initiatives.

  • Evaluates internal data reporting to interpret performance and nurture assortment improvements.

  • Initiates offset strategies to overcome challenging and/or discontinued businesses.

  • Travels to market domestically and serves as a company ambassador to deliver win-win solutions and establish long-term business growth plans.

  • Additional duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

  • Relevant experience in building a brand strategy and tying business metrics to the product.

  • Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

  • Passionate about design and products that serve the target audience.

  • Ability to collaborate and coordinate across multiple business partners, both internal and external.

  • A strong sense of urgency and ability to strategize solutions under aggressive deadlines.

  • Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation skills.

  • Proficient in retail math, best seller analysis, competitive landscape analysis, and trend analysis.

  • Strategic thinker with superb organizational and problem-solving skills.

  • Domestic travel and negotiation experience.

  • Advanced data analysis skills.

  • Self-starter with excellent project management and leadership skills.

  • Thrives in fast pace, dynamic environment.

 

When it comes to finding the right fit, we know there is a lot to consider.  Our recruiters are here to help you discover the career fit you’re looking for.  Thank you again for your interest in Bealls Inc. and we look forward to hearing from you!

 

For more information, check out:

www.beallsinc.com

www.bealls.com

www.beallsflorida.com

www.homecentric.com

About the Company

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Bealls

Bealls Inc. is a privately held company, rich in tradition,still owned by the founding family . Founded in 1915, Bealls includes over 530 stores and www.beallsflorida.com. Bealls is the destination of choice for casual lifestyle and priced right apparel and home merchandise. Bealls Department Stores and BeallsFlorida.com, are owned and operated by Beall's Department Stores, Inc and Beall's Westgate Corporation. Bealls Outlet Stores, and Burkes Outlet Stores are owned and operated by Bealls Outlet Stores, Inc. , Burkes Outlet Stores L.L.C. , and Burkes Westgate Corporation .

Your Future

Beall's, Inc. is the parent company of Beall's Department Stores, Inc., Beall's Outlet Stores, Inc., Burke's Outlet Stores, LLC, and Beall's Home Outlets. Headquartered in Bradenton, Florida, Beall's, Inc. performs the Distribution, Finance, Information Systems, and Human Resources functions for its retail subsidiaries allowing those companies to concentrate on merchandising, marketing and operations. Beall's, Inc. and its subsidiaries offer exciting opportunities for professional growth in a highly competitive field.

Your Workplace

Beall's employees are encouraged to set and reach their goals; they are empowered to attain high levels of success. The Beall's family of stores is committed to the support and encouragement of each employee. Our tradition includes training and promotion from within. Our strength rests on individual employees reaching their potentials. The contributions of many contribute to the common goal of providing the best customer service possible, every day.

Our criteria for selecting candidates include work experience, education and extra-curricular activities. Beall's believes in equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, cultural background or physical characteristics. A diverse workplace benefits everyone and we uphold a tradition of service to our diverse community of customers. In addition, Beall's has a long-standing commitment to a safe, drug-free and smoke-free work environment.

COMPANY SIZE
2,000 to 2,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Retail
FOUNDED
1915
WEBSITE
http://www.beallsinc.com