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Ryman Hospitality Properties · 1 month ago

Product Development Manager - Retail Soft Goods & Hard Goods - Opry Entertainment Group

Nashville, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Ryman Hospitality Properties is seeking a Product Development Manager for Opry Entertainment Group (OEG) to manage the development of new retail products. The role involves overseeing the product life cycle from trend research to custom art development, vendor management, and merchandising plans.

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Responsibilities

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 design experienceOracle FusionAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignAdobe PhotoshopPLM experienceIndustry trendsInterpersonal skillsWritten communication skillsVerbal communication skillsOrganizational skillsCreativityTime management