Bass Pro Shops · 1 day ago
Director of Product Development & Sourcing Apparel
Springfield, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expBass Pro Shops is a company committed to outdoor adventure, conservation, and customer satisfaction. They are seeking a Director of Product Development & Sourcing for Apparel to lead the global sourcing strategy and product development, overseeing the full product lifecycle and driving innovation and sustainability.
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Responsibilities
Implement strategies aligned with Bass Pro’s brand values and business goals
Conduct market research and trend analysis to identify new product opportunities
Own execution of the end-to-end product development process and sourcing strategy, acting as the primary contact between Design, Merchandising and Technical Design
Drive product engineering through fabric, garment construction, vendor/mill, or country alternatives to meet margin goals and speed to market
Oversee the product costing process, including the negotiation and management of costs with direct reports. Strong knowledge of garment construction and deep dive into apparel costing to meet internal business IMU and AUC goals
Full knowledge of duty, tariffs and geopolitical boundaries to build a strong sourcing strategy with agility
Ensure compliance with industry regulations and implementing best practices for ethical sourcing and sustainability
Champion innovation in materials, design, and sustainability
Manage product calendars and ensure alignment with merchandising and marketing timelines
Mentor and lead team members through coaching and staff development
Foster a collaborative and creative culture that supports continuous improvement, process leadership and best-in-class practices
Partner with internal stakeholders: Merchandising, Design, Tech. Design, Supply Chain, and Marketing
Initiate and influence strategic ideas and decision making, that will drive the business forward. This includes interface with Cross-Functional team leadership to ensure best results
Demonstrate high level decision-making and problem-solving skills
Build strong relationships with external vendors to ensure product feasibility and cost-effectiveness
Monitor performance metrics, KPI’s and adjust strategies to optimize success
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Product Design, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
15+ years in product sourcing and development, preferably in retail or consumer goods
Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and complex product portfolios
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and project management skills
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
Passion for outdoor lifestyle and alignment with Bass Pro's conservation mission
Detailed understanding of product cost
Proven influencing and negotiation skills
Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills
Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate future trends (related to material, manufacturing technology, and sourcing) and translate them into action
Solid organizational skills, analytical ability, and planning ability
Understanding and application of key financial indicators to make better business decisions
Track record of meeting and achieving goals successfully
Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively at all levels of an organization
Encourages diverse thinking to promote innovation within the team
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Voluntary benefits
401k Retirement Savings
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Bass Pro Cares Fund
And more!
Company
Bass Pro Shops
Your Adventure Starts Here! Find gear for Fishing, Boating, Hunting, Camping, and much more at Bass Pro Shops. It is a sub-organization of Great American Outdoors Group.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-02-10Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Gary Wissig
Sr. Director, Revenue & Business Intelligence
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