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Ryman Hospitality Properties · 1 month ago

Product Development Manager - Opry Entertainment Group

Nashville, TN, 37214, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Ryman Hospitality Properties is seeking a Product Development Manager for their Opry Entertainment Group. The role involves managing the development of new retail products, overseeing the product life cycle, and ensuring quality control and brand adherence throughout the design and merchandising process.

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Responsibilities

Manage the development of new retail products for Opry Entertainment Group (OEG). Oversee the product life cycle from trend research to custom art development, vendor art management, merchandising plans, and web integration. Reports to Director of Product Development

Manage designs and prototypes with vendors, ensuring proper, timely execution and quality control, including creating detailed tech specs and developing artwork

Review and edit incoming design concepts to ensure commercial viability and adherence to brand standards, cost matrix, product quality, and uniqueness of the brand

Manage product quote sheets, line sheets, and project updates

Maintain and understand brand aesthetics in the development of an innovative product line and brand standard guidelines

Communicate with the product development team and vendors to ensure proper execution of prints and applications

Work with vendors to ensure accurate execution of designs and packaging while managing technical specifications

Collaborate with Category Managers in the selection, pricing, and purchasing of merchandise for a profitable assortment for assigned categories, including operational commodity items

Research and incorporate current trends into designs, ensuring consistency with brand aesthetics. Analyze market trends seasonally and competitor offerings to inform design strategy

Ensure appropriate use of trademarks and copyrights

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Product life cycle managementVendor managementPrototypingMarket trend analysisBrand standards adherenceCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Manage the development of new retail products for Opry Entertainment Group (OEG)

Oversee the product life cycle from trend research to custom art development, vendor art management, merchandising plans, and web integration