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    Job Opportunity: Research and Development Manager - Midland, United States - Angling Trade

    Angling Trade
    Angling Trade Midland, United States

    1 week ago

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    The Research and Development Manager for Scientific Anglers will be responsible for the development, growth, sourcing, and profitability of all key fly fishing categories and products including fly lines, leaders and tippet, reels, and all other accessories and products sold at SA.

    This individual will have an excellent background, knowledge and experience of the outdoor market with solid experience in freshwater and saltwater fly fishing.


    Company Interfaces:
    This position reports directly to the President of Scientific Anglers in Midland, Michigan. There will be a strong relationship with all marketing, sales and distribution, and plant management team members.

    The position will include ongoing interaction with the Orvis Research and Development Team, and will take a lead role in the development of fly lines and leaders that will benefit both brands.

    This position will interact additionally with all Quality Control and Inventory functions to assure product meets the marketing and sales opportunities they deserve.


    Key Performance Measurements:
    Gross profit of all products developed for the businesses.
    Strategic product direction for Scientific Anglers in the form of a rolling 3 year plan.
    Development of a Best in Class product development process and testing protocol for all development efforts within the business.
    Cost of goods and sourcing for leaders and tippet, accessories, and rods/reels not manufactured by the production facility.

    Accountabilities:
    Ownership of the development of fly lines, leaders and tippet, reels, outfits, and accessories for a planned increase in sales and gross margin
    Interface with Manufacturing to meet product introduction timelines for all products
    Ensure quality at all phases in the process and product life
    Coordinate testing of all products in a way that is consistent with our brand standards
    Analysis of the business utilizing our in house systems to monitor sales, gross profit, and establish a vision for where the business has the most potential for growth
    Vendor negotiations for costing and implementation of best sources to assure product delivery and quality on all new product.
    Timely processing of product information for appropriate forecast / purchase processing, delivery of photography and rep samples, and effective management of merchandising calendar

    Qualifications:
    Experience in product development and sourcing in outdoor hardgoods
    3-5 years' experience in fly fishing retail is preferred
    Excellent judgment, decision making ability, and analytical skills
    Solid Fly Fishing knowledge in both fresh and saltwater
    Strong teamwork and organizational skills
    Must possess excellent communication skills
    Strong computer skills including Excel and Word
    Flexible travel required in this position for shows and sourcing
    BS degree with an engineering background
    Lean Six Sigma or similar experience preferred.
    Scientific Anglers, founded in 1945, is located in Midland, Michigan. Throughout our 60 year history, Scientific Anglers has consistently set the standard in premier fly-fishing.

    From inventing the contemporary floating fly line more than 50 years ago to our specialty core construction and patented AST and Sharkskin technologies we continue to transform and modernize the sport.

    Our angling scientists and design team work in partnership with fly-fishing legends to develop cutting-edge technologies and ultimate fly line designs to boost your fly-fishing experience to the extreme.

    Whether you are just beginning or an experienced angler our equipment is designed to give you optimum performance with every cast.

    When it comes to your FISHING this past year, how would you describe yourself...
    Naughty
    Mostly nice
    Very Nice
    So over-the-top NICE that I deserve a new fly rod and/or reel

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