Product Manager- Duty Free

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Dufry by Avolta is a global leader in Duty-Free travel retail, with a strong presence in North America.

What we will offer you: 

• Competitive Salary of: $70,500 - $78,200 annually + quarterly bonus
• Daily Pay- Get your money as you earn it  
• 20% Dufry, Hudson & HMSHost products
• PTO 
• Personal and Parental Leave Programs 
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 
• Company Paid Life Insurance 
• Employee Recognition Programs 
• Advancement and Growth Opportunities 
• On-going Training & Development 

This Operations Product Manager Position Is for You, If You Enjoy: 

• As a Product Manager you are accountable for planning, monitoring, and maximizing retail budgets, always guarantee product availability and to ensure the visual standards of the merchandise are in line with the company expectations
• Working at the John F. Kennedy International Airport- Terminal 8

Your Team is counting on you as an Operations Product Manager to: 

• Provide flexibility to work any shift, any day of the week, including weekends & holidays 
• Work a full-time schedule 

Operations Product Manager Job Responsibilities: 

• Analyze Category and Brand Performance, on weekly and monthly basis
• Confirm the correct implementation of pricing, policies, and advertising spaces
• Coordinate the implementation of the promotional plan. For those periods without a central promotion, proposes and coordinates with category managers/ procurement the negotiation with local, promotional and submit them to the General Manager for approval. 
• Follow up on promotions, implementation (stock availability, marketing, material, and tastings).
• Ensure the correct execution of marketing strategies and visual merchandising guidelines.
• Responsible for reporting item/ assortment management issues that linked to central Master Date
• Establish & develop an effective relationship with our Brand partners in-store to maximize category performance and potential business opportunities. Including working with brands to secure additional funding and optimization of cover. In conjunction with space planning ensure defined planograms are adhered to ensuring effective application and review of all H&S, risk and compliance policies relevant for location.

We're looking for a product manager for each of the following categories:

Beauty (Perfumery & Cosmetics)

• Work collaboratively with a curated selection of beauty brands such as Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Christian Dior & Tom Ford.   
• Implement a program of bespoke, interactive beauty services designed for travelers.
• Support product launches and campaigns through entertainment and engaging activity.
• Propose sales forecasts and negotiate funding for team incentives.
• Utilize and develop digital elements of the beauty category (e.g. Fragrance Finder).   

Liquor, Tobacco & Food

• Work with world leading brands across an extensive range of whiskies, spirits, champagne & fine wines.
• Liaise with local and international confectionery and tobacco brands such as Godiva, Mondelez and Marlboro.
• Develop a program of sampling and tastings to enhance the customer experience.  
• Create training opportunities alongside specialist brand partners.
• Utilize and develop digital elements of the liquor category (e.g. Whisky Finder).   

Luxury (Watches, Jewelry, Textiles, Leather)

• Work with luxury sunglasses, watches and bags brand partners including Rayban, Breitling and Mont Blanc.
• Support commercial initiatives including the introduction of new products.
• Generate seasonal incentive opportunities linked to the customer agenda.
• Create opportunities for extensive brand training and product knowledge development.  
• Ensure exceptional visual merchandising standards.

Required Qualifications: 

• 3 years of retail experience with at least 1 year in a similar commercial role.
• Abilities to work with systems, spreadsheets and analyze stock predictions to ensure sufficient stock levels.
• Leadership qualities and demonstrated organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective teams. 
• Excellent time-management skills and problem-solving abilities. 
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with diverse personalities. 
• Ability to multi-task.  

Hudson is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all qualified individuals. All employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, military leave or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace in which we value diversity and unique experiences, backgrounds and identities. 

 
All offers are contingent upon successful completion and passing of background checks and/or employment verification results. 

Note to staffing agencies: Please do not contact Hudson (including the recruitment team or any hiring managers) regarding this position with candidates. If assistance is needed in filling any position for Hudson, a member of our recruiting team will reach out directly.