[Remote] Director, Product Management - Planning, Allocations and Merchandising

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Crate & Barrel is seeking a Director of Product Management for Planning, Allocations and Merchandising to define and champion the product strategy and vision across multiple product teams. This senior leadership role involves driving business growth through product innovation and collaborating with executive stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.ResponsibilitiesDefine and champion the product strategy and vision for assigned product groups and domains, ensuring alignment with Crate & Barrel's overall business objectives and market opportunitiesDrive implementation of modern planning investments and business capabilities in support of Demand Forecasting, Allocation & Replenishment, Merchandise Financial Planning and Assortment PlanningPartner with global Supply Chain teams in the creation and execution of an integrated technology product roadmap in support of modern implementations and legacy system support & maintenanceLead, mentor, and manage a team of Senior Product Managers, Product Managers, and potentially other managers, fostering a high-performance culture and developing product talentOversee the entire product lifecycle for multiple product teams, ensuring effective execution from ideation through launch and iterationDrive cross-functional planning and collaboration with engineering, design, marketing, operations, and other key business partners to deliver cohesive and impactful customer experiencesEstablish clear and measurable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that track the success of products within the domain and inform strategic decisionsLead executive-level meetings and conversations, effectively communicating product strategy, progress, and insightsWork autonomously to define and prioritize features and epics across products and strategic programs within the domainLeverage a comprehensive understanding of systems, tools, and applications to proactively align roadmaps and dependencies across product domains and with other stakeholdersAssist in long-range portfolio planning and contribute to the overall technology roadmapChampion a customer-centric and data-driven approach to product development, ensuring products meet user needs and achieve business goalsIdentify and evaluate strategic vendor partnerships and manage key vendor relationshipsStay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to identify new product opportunities and threatsLead product management for a domain and act as a key leader in strategic programs owned by or dependent upon the domainSkillsExpert in Product Management best practices, strategic frameworks, and portfolio managementProven ability to define and execute successful product strategies that drive business growth and customer value in a complex domainStrong people leadership skills with experience building, mentoring, and managing high-performing product teamsExceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and data analysis capabilities for data-driven decision-makingExceptional communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to articulate a clear vision and influence senior executives and diverse stakeholders to achieve buy-inDeep understanding of agile methodologies and experience leading product development in an agile environmentStrong business & product area acumen, with expertise in omnichannel retailProficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite, Jira, Confluence, and Smartsheets10+ years Product Management experience with a significant focus on omnichannel retail5+ years, leading product teams and strategy for product groups or domainsLarge program experience implementing enterprise planning tools using both Waterfall and Agile (ie. SAFe) methodologiesBachelor's degree in business, technology, or equivalent work experienceProven track record of successfully leading and delivering large-scale, complex product initiativesProduct leadership experience with Tier 1 enterprise planning tools such as Blue Yonder Planning, O9 Solutions, SAP IBP, Kinaxis and/or AnaplanCompany OverviewAt Crate & Barrel, we help people build a home with purpose. It was founded in 1962, and is headquartered in Northbrook, IL, US, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.crateandbarrel.com.Company H1B SponsorshipCrate & Barrel has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 8 in 2025, 5 in 2024, 4 in 2023, 10 in 2022, 5 in 2021, 5 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.