VP, Skip Hop

Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carters Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carters, OshKosh Bgosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.

HOW YOULL MAKE AN IMPACT:
The Skip Hop team re-thinks, re-energizes and re-engineers products to infuse joy. As a global lifestyle brand their core philosophy begins and ends with "Must-Haves Made Better" - an unwavering passion for well-curated, smartly designed essentials for parents, babies and toddlers. This leader will be committed to creating innovative and safe products that enhance the lives of children and families worldwide.

This leader will focus on getting closer to the consumer and using data to inform strategies that improve the growth and productivity of the business. He/she will lead the overall growth strategy, product development, strategic planning and success of the Skip Hop brand.

This leader must have a strong emphasis on quality, design, and functionality while:

• Playing a pivotal role leading our efforts to conceptualize, develop, and bring to market a diverse range of baby durables and infant toys
• Being responsible for overseeing all aspects of product development and design, ensuring that our offerings meet and exceed customer expectations while aligning with company goals and industry trend

Having a proven, successful track record with:

• Product Strategy and innovation that drive growth:
• Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy aligned with company objectives and market demands
• Drive innovation through continuous research, consumer insights, and competitive analysis to identify new product opportunities
• Adhere to timelines, budgets, and quality standards throughout the development process
• Excellent understanding of design principles, manufacturing processes, and safety standards applicable to baby products
• Strategic thinker with a deep understanding of market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscape
• The successful candidate will be a collaborative, diplomatic and inspiring leader, this individual will not only develop and motivate the Skip Hop team, he/she will also serve as a passionate brand ambassador both internally and in the external marketplace.

This new leader will focus on the following key areas:

• Drive a compelling vision and strategy for the growth of the Skip Hop brand
• Exceed profitability targets by determining the right mix between driving top line revenue and controlling SG&A
• Lead a team in a global, highly matrixed structure where influencing skills are critical
• Define and execute a long-range plan and product strategy leveraging product learnings and customer feedback
• Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and accountability within the product development department
• Manage a P&L, using strategies in Design, Merchandising, Sales, Marketing and Operations, to maximize sales and optimize inventory
• Manage key relationships with Production and Sourcing partners to deliver high quality, safe, cost effective and aesthetically accurate product
• Build and ensure consistent brand image through the consumer experience online, in stores and through our wholesale partnerships.

WED LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF:
Must have:
It is important that this executive be highly attuned to the culture of this organization and understand how Skip Hop can enable future growth of the business. The successful candidate will have the ability to establish credibility at all levels of the organization, a strong leadership profile, exceptional communication skills, and superior influencing and collaboration skills. This person is, first and foremost, a business-oriented leader who understands the business levers that will drive growth and increase organizational capacity.

The successful candidate will possess the following competencies:

• Strategic Orientation: The candidate will combine the ability to define and articulate evolving priorities and direction for a rapidly transforming and growing business. S/he will have demonstrated the ability to spot previously unidentified opportunities, set a long-term agenda and implement a successful strategy that challenges other players in the industry. The ideal candidate will be an executive-level thought leader and will be able to communicate strategic priorities effectively and candidly, both internally and externally.
• Results Focused: The successful candidate must be decisive and action-oriented, with a demonstrated record of delivering business results through commercially successful innovation. S/he will have demonstrated the ability to generate innovative solutions and problem-solve as well as successfully manage operations in highly competitive industries and work environments. S/he will actively seek and implement new and better ways of driving relentlessly for the desired business outcome. A track record of superior execution and results is a must.
• Collaboration and Influencing Skills: The successful candidate will foster mutual accountability within team settings in order to achieve group results. S/he will have the proven ability to use informal structures, dynamics and organizational culture to get things done. This individual will have a history of proactively seeking input in decision-making and engaging colleagues to make joint decisions. S/he will have the ability to recognize sources of conflict and successfully resolve these conflicts while balancing both short and long-term benefits.
• Team Leadership Skills: The candidate will have demonstrated the ability to grow team capabilities through internal development as well as external recruitment of top talent. S/he will have a track record of thoughtfully setting stretch goals, then creating and sustaining team motivation and focus around those goals. S/he will inspire commitment using both logic and passion, creating a clear sense of team identity and holding the team accountable for meeting collective goals. A clear orientation towards being a team player is essential, supporting and promoting team accomplishments versus personal achievement.

OUR TEAM MEMBERS:

• Lead Courageously: Have a strong sense of personal values that align with our Company values
• Collaborates Broadly: Build cooperation, trust, and thrive in a consensus driven environment
• Customer Focus: Proactively seek opportunities to leverage data and fact-based insights to serve customers and/or internal clients
• Drive Growth: Set aggressive goals and implement plans precisely
• Cultivates Innovation: Respectfully challenge the "weve always done it this way" mentality and explore new ways to achieve desired outcomes

MAKE A CAREER AT CARTERS:

• Career Development: Success starts from within, and we have several paths from which you can choose to enhance your career evolution. From Carters University to Toastmasters to mentorship programs and more, we encourage you to utilize these tools to elevate your professional prowess.

Base salary for this position ranges from $250,000 - $350,000 annually based on experience

Carters is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.