PLM Product Manager - Reformation : Job Details

Who We Are:Founded in 2009, Reformation is a revolutionary lifestyle brand that proves fashion and sustainability can coexist. We combine stylish, vintage-inspired designs with sustainable practices, releasing limited-edition collections for individuals who want to look beautiful and live sustainably. Setting an example for the industry, Reformation remains at the forefront of innovation in sustainable fashion—running the first sustainable factory in Los Angeles, using deadstock and eco fabrics, tracking and sharing the environmental impact of every product, and investing in the people who make this revolution possible. The brand has also established itself as a pioneer in retail innovation, developing an in-store tech concept that brings the best of its online experience to its physical doors.We are a future focused organization committed to the belief that the problems facing our planet and society can be solved through innovation, common sense and education. Being naked is the #1 most sustainable option. We're #2.Here at Ref, we put people first. We know that you can't innovate and do cool stuff without having everyone on board. So we work to create a culture where everyone feels like they belong and where their voices are truly valued. We build an inclusive culture together and make a real impact along the way.

PLM Product ManagerWe are looking for an experienced PLM solutions architect to implement, deploy and manage Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system that transform how Reformation creates, manages, and collaborates around new product development. In this highly impactful role, you will holistically own all systems and tools that touch on all aspects of PLM including product development, sourcing, costing, vendor communications. As part of ownership, you will build a deep understanding of our operational challenges in PLM and break down complex problems, own PLM system configurations and changes, and create best in class capabilities for stakeholders ranging from internal users, vendors and/or delight end-user experiences. In addition, you will execute the full lifecycle of shipping new features and other initiatives. This includes partnering with operations to understand requirements, with business owners to define success metrics, with PLM providers and internal engineering teams to create and implement new features and with several other internal/external stakeholders to execute launch plans.

What You'll Do:

• You will build a deep understanding of our operational challenges related to product development process;
• Lead the technical design and e2e implementation of PLM system;
• Drive change management and onboard users on the PLM system;
• Transform organization by digitizing tech packs, processes and vendor communications. In addition, migrate data from legacy processes to a new PLM system;
• Become the power user of PLM system to drive system configuration, integrations and long term roadmap;
• Interface with IT professionals to provide business systems solutions;
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs.

Leadership, Culture and Team:

• Develop working relationships with other functions to create transparency into tech roadmap development;
• Partner closely with engineering, operations and other stakeholders to land the best in class products for our internal/external customers and/or delightful experiences for end-users;
• Create a culture of tech enablement across Reformation.

What You'll Need:

• 3 years of experience in operating in or managing product life cycle management system / tools such as Centric, Bamboo Rose, Infor;
• Have a deep understanding of product development phases and tech requirements. Preferable, experience in garment and fashion related industry;
• Experience working with and influencing multiple cross functional teams without direct authority. In addition, experience in driving change management, onboarding new users on PLM systems;
• Deep knowledge of PLM system best practices, implementation, and business process development;
• Familiarity with coding languages, operating systems, databases, and data analytics;
• Strong project planning and management skills;
• Experience with operations systems and technology.

Who You Are:

• Strong cross functional collaborator;
• Entrepreneurial spirit and love of developing products from an early stage;
• Experience working in a high growth environment, with constantly shifting priorities; ability to create order out of chaos;
• More apt to saying yes or we'll try (rather than no or that's impossible );
• Acts with a sense of urgency;
• Someone who leads by example.

Benefits & Perks:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees;
• Paid vacation, sick, holidays & volunteer time-off for eligible employees;
• Mission based company + casual and entrepreneurial work environment;
• Clothing discount, dog-friendly office, company events + parties and much more;
• 401K with company match.

The Reformation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.