Junior Accessories Designer (New York)

Tura is one of the most highly respected Eyewear firms in the U.S. Founded 87 years ago, Tura has become a leader in the Optical industry, manufacturing and selling optical frames and sunglasses to optical stores throughout the U.S. Tura is known for highly designed, fashionable eyewear that lasts, its high level of craftsmanship and quality. The company manufactures and markets a large portfolio of brands for men and women, including Tura, Ted Baker, LAMB, GX by Gwen Stefani, Lulu Guinness, Buffalo David Bitton, SuperDry, Barbour, ONeill as well as pure eyewear brands. Tura is a subsidiary of InSpecs, one of the worlds largest eyewear companies.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Senior Product Manager, the incumbent of this position will manage the development of several collections of ophthalmic frames and sunglasses.

Experience and Skills Required :

2 years of design or product development experience (optical / eyewear experience preferred)

Sourcing experience in China

Elevated taste level

Experience with better / premium level product

Experience developing a concept from scratch, including the design of the product

Main Responsibilities :

Manage the development of several ophthalmic / sun frame collections :

Specialty Optical collections

Diffusion Brand collections

Retail Sunglass collections

Private label collections

New Pitches for Key Accounts

Design and develop products from scratch, meeting the brand objectives set forth by the licensor, key account, and the market needs

Primary sourcing contact with suppliers

Pricing of new models

Manage calendar for on-time execution

Analyze sales results to develop next collection

Interface effectively w / marketing to deliver on-message product for each brand

Data entry and maintenance for models to purchase

Additional Responsibilities :

Develop Product Training documents as needed for key accounts and / or sales team

Support in the execution of events including tradeshows, press events, and internal events. Trade Show Set Upability to lift 30# boxes

Results Expected :

Strong sales of products

Well- fitting and functioning product quality standards maintained

Profitable product margin maintenance

Commercially reasonable, trend-right, brand appropriate, competitively priced product

Timely and efficient product development including vendor management

Must Have Skills :

Product Development is 75% of the job so the following must have skills are mostly relevant to PD

Ability to draw accessories in Illustrator

Technical understanding of CAD drawings including an ability to understand 3-D objects in a 2-D format (akin to engineering)

Efficient organizational systems and discipline in using them : work- flow tracking, timeline management, project details

Ability to carefully review product for quality and accurately identify and detail needed changes to a vendor

Precise and accurate written communication skills

Positive attitude with an ability to flex daily priorities without becoming overwhelmed

Strong people skills to foster good internal and external relationships

Strong negotiating skills and understanding of the relationship of price and product

Critical thinking skills which are evidenced in good decision making, project ownership, and global perspective

Solutions oriented attitude

Curious, loves to learn

Ability to know if the information makes sensegood judgement

Fast learner

The position is based at Tura US HQ.. 10 W. 37th St., 7th Floor (near 5th Ave.). This is an onsite position. The employee is expected to work in the office in order to effectively collaborate with the brand team.