A Materials Analyst evaluates material needs and material costs for production and logistics processes of a company. May work closely with Inventory Analyst to analyze the inventory ordering process. Uses statistical models to predict material requirements and costs.
Product Management Assistant, RRL Ralph Lauren - 3.8 New York, NY Job Details Full-time $20.60 - $42.85 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications Spreadsheets Full Job Description Ref#: W180791
Department:
Manufacturing & Sourcing State/Province:
New York Location:
United States Pay Range:
$20.6 - $42.85 per hour; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location Company Description Ralph Lauren Corporation (
NYSE:
RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration. Position Overview Support the RRL teams through the product development and production lifecycle. Partner with Design, Merchandising, Technical Design, and Regional Sourcing Offices to assist with material development, sample management, production tracking, and system maintenance to help ensure seasonal milestones and delivery dates are achieved. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Assist with tracking materials, product development, and production milestones throughout the product lifecycle. Follow up on material and product deliveries to support on-time seasonal execution. Support the development of materials that meet the aesthetic, functional, quality, and cost objectives of the brand. Assist with seasonal costing activities by requesting costing information from vendors and maintaining accurate information in systems. Partner with cross-functional teams to track approvals of fabrics, trims, samples, and bulk submissions. Organize, tag, and maintain records for all incoming and outgoing submits and samples. Maintain accurate delivery, costing, and product information in PLM, GFE+, Airtable, and other applicable systems. Support the creation and maintenance of purchase orders and related product information. Participate in weekly work-in-progress meetings with internal teams and regional sourcing partners. Send and receive packages using appropriate courier services and maintain tracking records for physical submits and samples. Escalate issues, delays, or concerns to manager or team leadership and assist with follow-up activities as needed. Provide general administrative and operational support to the Product Management team. Experience, Skills, and Knowledge Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required. PLM, GFE+, and Airtable experience preferred. Collaborative team player with a willingness to learn. Experience or internship exposure in product development, production, materials, or a related field preferred. #LI-CE1
