Assistant Product Merchandising Manager, Travel and Men's - New York
2 days ago
Job description
About UsWho we are:
Since 1975, TUMI has been creating world-class business, travel and performance luxury essentials, designed to upgrade, uncomplicate, and beautify all aspects of life on the move.
Blending flawless functionality with a spirit of ingenuity, we're committed to empowering journeys as a lifelong partner to movers and makers in pursuit of their passions.
The brand is sold globally in over 75 countries with approximately 2,000 points of sale.Job Description
As the Assistant Global Product Manager for the Travel & Men's categories, you will report directly to the Senior Director and support the team under them in growing the categories to achieve the company sales and profit objectives.
Responsibilities
Category & Business Support
Support the Travel and Men's Product Management team in the day-to-day execution of seasonal assortments and product line management.
Maintain and update SKU set-ups and product information across systems with accuracy and attention to detail.
Track product lifecycle status and changes to assortments to ensure timely updates and alignment with internal partners.
Prepare selling recaps and insights to analyze best and slow sellers, highlighting key trends and opportunities.
Assist in compiling product data for presentations, line reviews and business recaps.
Support in creating feature and benefit summaries, collection overviews, and product launch materials.
Participate in milestone meetings, take notes, and follow up on action items as directed.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner closely with Design, Product Development, Sourcing and regional teams to ensure accurate and on-time deliverables.
Coordinate samples for meetings, presentations, and marketing use.
Support the team in communicating tactical product updates to cross-functional partners, including Design and Marketing.
Input and track marketing project requests for product launch collateral, ensuring information is accurate and current.
Product & Market Research
Conduct market and competitive research to help identify emerging trends, opportunities, and product gaps.
Monitor competitor pricing, product launches, and merchandising strategies.
Gather and organize insights that inform future product development discussions.
Operational Excellence
Manage sample organization, shipment, and tracking to ensure availability for internal and external meetings.
Fact-check product details across systems to ensure consistency and data integrity.
Maintain assortment tools, reports, and meeting decks with precision and timeliness.
Competency Integration
Demonstrate Analytical Rigor, Consumer Centricity, Cross-Functional Collaboration, and Effective Communication in daily work.
Consistently apply product obsession and attention to detail in managing category initiatives.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
1-2 years of experience in product management/merchandising, preferably within the travel, men's bags and/or accessories consumer goods industry.
Exceptional time management, organizational and planning skills are needed to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP (or comparable systems).
Strong analytical skills with proven ability to translate data into insights and actions.
Competency highlights:
Analytical Rigor, Product Obsession, Collaboration, Consumer Focus and Adaptability.
Associate Benefits
Career pathing
Work-life balance
Training
Paid time off
Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance with partial employer contributions, vision insurance, company-paid basic life insurance, Accidental Death & Disability Insurance, Supplemental Life insurance, 401(k) with a company match, and commuter benefits.
This role may have the opportunity to earn an annual target bonus based on several factors including Company and individual performance, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's bonus plan in effect from time to time.
Details regarding the plan are outlined in each employee's plan agreement.About The Team
Why you'll love working here:
At TUMI, you'll find a dynamic working environment, joining a community where each team member is empowered with an entrepreneurial spirit.
We believe in a workplace that gives every individual the opportunity to make an impact, and our ongoing commitment is to provide all the tools you need to succeed— guidance towards individual career growth, professional training and development initiatives, and a motivating, exciting environment— along with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits programs.
What We ValueINNOVATIVE BY NATURE. SUSTAINABLE BY CHOICE. TUMI protects the things that matter most, the things you own and the planet you travel to see.
Our planet is an astonishing place and we believe it's our responsibility to preserve it for travelers of the future.
By putting excellence and quality first, we ensure that every TUMI product has lifelong purpose, supported by our rigorous testing standards, exploration of recycled materials, and global repair network.
PARTNERS WE BELIEVE IN.Staying true to our values by helping take care of the most vulnerable among us aligns with our mission and is a core element of what we do.
We focus on three main areas:
promoting wellbeing; empowering vulnerable communities; and protecting the earth's beautiful places. Each year we extend our philanthropic efforts to partners that help better the world. From supporting St.
Jude Children's Research Hospital fight to cure childhood cancer to Waves for Water who provides clean water to communities in need, we proudly stand by the profound changes they enact.
CULTURE & INCLUSION. As an organization, we are committed to a diverse and vibrant culture, welcoming people from all walks of life.Our long-standing commitment to culture and inclusion empowers each of us to bring our authentic selves and unique differences to work every day.
The actual rate of pay offered depends on various factors, including qualifications for the position and relevant experience; as well as other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position or location.
Tumi is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting and maintaining a work environment in which all applicants, associates, customers, and other individuals are treated with dignity and respect free from unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.
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