Manager, Product Line; Apparel

Manager, Product Line (Apparel) – New Era Cap

Base pay range: $75,000 – $90,000 a year.

New Era Cap, LLC is an international lifestyle brand headquartered in Buffalo, NY. Best known for being the official on‑field cap for MLB, the official sideline cap for NFL, and the official on‑court cap for NBA, New Era Cap offers headwear, accessories and apparel lines for men, women and youth. The brand is worn as a symbol of self‑expression by athletes, artists and people around the world.

Founded in 1920, this family‑owned business hires employees who are masters of their craft. We encourage people to express their personal style and individuality through our products.

Location:

100% on‑site in Buffalo, NY. Employees are encouraged to collaborate in person five days a week.

• Execute product reviews and line adoptions to drive collective decision making based on marketplace insights and historical data.
• Establish style productivity and SKU efficiency metrics to analyze and evaluate product assortments.
• Create product‑line plans for a variety of collection types and end consumers.
• Work cross‑functionally with Design and Product Operations teams to build all necessary product designs and supporting graphic deliverables for program, custom, and co‑branded projects.
• Deliver product pricing and margin recommendations in alignment with manager direction.
• Work closely with Sales leadership and key account buying teams to manage all aspects of custom development from conception through order entry.
• Lead, coach and develop direct reports.
• Consistently innovate within the department to drive clearer, more efficient results in all areas.
• Keep all sensitive matters confidential.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High‑level understanding of the licensed sports marketplace and the ability to transform insights into commercial deliverables.
• Strong experience leading apparel product development creation processes with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to support development of product assortments in accordance with analytical findings and market needs.
• Ability to analyze and understand marketplace trends to provide clear direction on product assortments.
• Ability to proactively manage change with urgency and persistence.
• Ability to lead through clear communication, authentic style, and appropriate actions.
• Ability to manage people and create development plans for direct reports.
• Ability to speak accurately, intelligently and persuasively to external customers.
• Commitment to representing the brand in all actions and decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); experience with SAP and PLM preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Business Management, Product Development, Planning or related field preferred; additional experience in lieu of a degree considered.
• Five to seven years of Product Development or Product Management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of the sportswear or apparel industry preferred.

• Location:
  
  100% on‑site in Buffalo, NY.
• 10%–20% domestic and/or global travel.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Product Management and Marketing

Industries: Retail Apparel and Fashion

New Era Cap, LLC is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer that believes in inclusion and does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetics or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that promotes health, financial stability and personal growth, along with a generous PTO policy. Additional perks include paid parking, exclusive discounts on apparel and headwear, and professional development opportunities on-site.

Apply to join New Era’s team!