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Jessilyn Personnel is an apparel executive search firm based on Fashion Avenue in New York City.

Jobs

Filling full-time permanent and freelance positions and representing the finest names in the fashion industry.

Job Title Location Salary Job # More
CAD DESIGNER SWEATERS ALL LOCATION 75k 8138 Info
Couture Dress Designer / Senior Designer Manhattan $$$+ 9164 Info
DENIM TECHNICAL DESIGNER Manhattan 120k 8129 Info
Director of Production & Sourcing (Bilingual Hindi) Manhattan 175-200k 9156 Info
Division Head / Sales Account Executive Manhattan $$$ 9162 Info
EDI DATA ENTRY Manhattan $42-50K 7673 Info
FABRIC COORDINATOR ALL LOCATION 80-90k 8109 Info
NEED COMMISSION BASED SALES FOR ACCESORIES ? $$$ Manhattan $$$ 8044 Info
Patternmaker Tukatech Manhattan $$$ 8110 Info
PRODUCT DEVELOPER PRODUCTION COORDINATOR ALL LOCATION 80-90k 9154 Info
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR Manhattan 85-90k 7987 Info
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR BI-LINGUAL CHINESE Manhattan 60-75k 2929 Info
RETAL SALESPERSON Great Neck NY 60-75k+1% 8099 Info
SALES ALL LOCATION 80-200k 9155 Info
SALES PERSON GIRLS WEAR/ BOYS WEAR Manhattan 100-115k Plus commission ++ 8046 Info
Sales Person with department store / ecomm site relationships Manhattan $$$ 8117 Info
Salesperson Specialty Shop Location Great Neck NY Great Neck NY 90-100k+% 8107 Info
Shopify Developer. Mineola NY. 75-90k 9161 Info
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATOR Mineola NY. 110-125k 8121 Info
Specialty Shop Sales Person Remote $$$ 8106 Info
TAILOR Manhattan $35-$40 HR 8009 Info
Vice President Product Development Connecticut 275-325k 9166 Info

Jessilyn Personnel

New York City’s top Apparel Executive Search Firm is located in the Heart of Manhattan’s Fashion district, representing some of the finest names in the industry. With over 28 years recruitment experience, we believe in the power of building relationships.

A BRIEF HISTORY

For over 28 years, Todd Wayne, president and owner of Jessilyn Personnel, has been the driving force behind our firm. Prior to founding Jessilyn, Todd spent 15 years running a family apparel business affording him a unique perspective into the intricacies of the fashion industry.

From the beginning, the philosophy and foundation of our firm has focused on partnership. Building relationships with, and between, our clients and applicants. This has kept our company thriving and why we are located on 34th Street in the heart of the fashion industry, consistently delivering top candidates to our clientele.

PROCESS

The staff of Jessilyn Personnel conducts an in-depth interview with all of our candidates with every portfolio thoroughly is assessed. We make sure our applicants are qualified before we present them to our clients.

Jessilyn's applicant database is over 700,000 strong. We partner directly with your Human Resources Department to help them find candidates who will meet their specific needs.

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Jessilyn Personnel Inc.

tel: 212 947 3400

f 212 247 0035

450 7th Avenue, Suite 2206

New York, New York 10123

Exclusively recruiting apparel's very best and representing the finest names in fashion.

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CAD DESIGNER SWEATERS


Location: ALL LOCATION

Salary: 75k

Job#: 8138

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

I am  looking to hire a Private Label  Sweater CAD designer. 

 This is am  immediately hire- 

 -Looking for someone who is proficient in Illustrator & Photoshop

-Must be super organized, paying attention to all details

-Looking for a CAD designer who has a design background, specifically in sweaters. Must understand sweater finishing, technique, stitches, etc.

 -Role includes:

  1. Creating black/white sketches, as well as color CADs, across various PL accounts (Belk, JCP, etc.)
  2. Able to create actual layouts for artworks, stripes, etc.
  3. Strong ability to sketch flat styles with movement
  4. Able to create patterns- space dyes in yarns, donegal flecks in yarns etc.
  5. Working on prints and creating repeats 

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Couture Dress Designer / Senior Designer


Location: Manhattan

Salary: $$$+

Job#: 9164

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

A distinguished couture bridal atelier on Seventh Avenue is seeking an exceptional creative partner whose artistry reflects the highest standards of luxury craftsmanship. This role requires mastery in draping, couture sketching, and the creation of refined storyboards, with an innate understanding of silhouette, proportion, and hand-finished detail.

 

Candidates must possess 6–10 years of experience within world-class couture houses—such as Valentino, Alexander McQueen, or equivalent Maisons—where impeccable technique and elevated design sensibility are paramount.

 

Only those with a proven background in high couture should apply.

 

COUTURE DESIGNER/SENIOR DESIGNER

SKETCH/DRAPE/CONCEPT

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

*Portfolio must be submitted with application in order to be considered

 

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DENIM TECHNICAL DESIGNER


Location: Manhattan

Salary: 120k

Job#: 8129

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

POSITION TITLE:                                              Sir. Technical Design - Denim

DEPT./DIVISION:                                               Global Supply Chain

POSITION REPORTS TO:                             Manager of Technical Design

LOCATION:                                                         39th Street 

StartDate ASAP

POSITION SUMMARY.

The Technical Design  – Denim provides specific technical support for Branded Sportswear MFG. supply Chain through strong technical proficiency, organization,  He or she is responsible in achieving correct fits and design details, developing new blocks, and calibrating existing blocks from design inception through Pre-production within the compliance calendar dates.

 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE JOB:

 QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

           Experience:          

          Education: Bachelor’s Degree in related field

          Skills:         

 _________________________________________________________________________

 INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CONTACTS:

           Internal:   Design, Raw Material, Merchandising, and Sourcing teams

           External:   Hub tech, SCFTs & Vendors

___________________________________________________________________________

 

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Director of Production & Sourcing (Bilingual Hindi)


Location: Manhattan

Salary: 175-200k

Job#: 9156

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

 

The Director of Production & Sourcing will manage the full lifecycle of orders from development through production. This person must be comfortable working in a fast pace entrepreneurial environment and managing communication between design, technical, and overseas factory teams. Hindi fluency is required for effective communication with factory partners.

 Responsibilities:

 We are looking for someone that knows the technicalities of garment production.

Extensive Knowledge of fabrics, textiles, print processes, checking measurements

 Starting with fabric, finish, printing, stitching, embellishment, measurements.

       You will have a team to help you implement these tasks         

 Requirements:

Benefits:




 

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Division Head / Sales Account Executive


Location: Manhattan

Salary: $$$

Job#: 9162

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

Major Children’s Wear Manufacturer – Division Head / Sales Account Executive

Location: 39th St., 7th Avenue, NYC

 We are a leading children’s wear manufacturer seeking a Division Head to lead our team in driving merchandising, collaborating closely with the design team, and building product assortments in partnership with retailers.

 In addition to expanding our sales team, we are actively searching for someone who can strategically grow our business following a major license agreement signed just two weeks ago. This is a unique opportunity to shape a dynamic team, develop lines, and drive the business forward.

 Key Responsibilities:

 Lead merchandising strategy and collaborate with design to develop product lines.

  

We are looking for a proactive, experienced leader ready to make a tangible impact in a thriving children’s wear division.


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EDI DATA ENTRY


Location: Manhattan

Salary: $42-50K

Job#: 7673

Recruiter: brian pa


Description:

 Our client is a contemporary better Womenswear Cashmere and Knits house. Their product ranges from cashmere and knit tops and knit dresses. The company was founded in 2001 with a gross revenue of over $100 million.  Their corporate office is located in Midtown Manhattan with over 50 employees.Their product are produced internationally and a privately held corporation. Their sales are being distributed in better department store across the country. 

We are searching for a DATA ENTRY/ EDI ASSISTANT to assist the Logistic department.

 Thank you

 Todd Wayne CEO

 Talent. Tailored. Since 1988

 450 Seventh Ave. Suite 2206  New York, NY 10123
 P 212 947 3400  F 646 292 5104
 Todd@Jessilyn.net  www.jessilynpersonnel.com

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FABRIC COORDINATOR


Location: ALL LOCATION

Salary: 80-90k

Job#: 8109

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

Fabric Coordinator – Loungewear & Urban Streetwear

Location: On-Site – New York, NY (Garment District – 37th St. & 7th Ave)

Company Type: Moderate Market Loungewear & Urban Streetwear

Industry: Apparel

Job

Extensive Knowledge of fabrics, textiles, print processes, checking measurements

Type: Full-Time

 About the Company:

We are a fast-paced, moderate-market loungewear and urban streetwear company that sells to both major retailers and discounters. We’re looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Production Coordinator who is bilingual in Hindi to join our team. This position is on-site and combines traditional production responsibilities with hands-on product development.

 Position Overview:

The Production Coordinator will manage the full lifecycle of orders from development through production. This person must be comfortable working in a small, entrepreneurial environment and managing communication between design, technical, and overseas factory teams. Hindi fluency is required for effective communication with factory partners.

 Responsibilities:

 

We are looking for someone that knows the technicalities of garment production.

Extensive Knowledge of fabrics, textiles, print processes, checking measurements

 

Starting with fabric, finish, printing, stitching, embellishment, measurements.

 Requirements:

Benefits:

 To Apply:

Please submit your resume and salary requirements via StyleCareers. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

 Benefits:

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NEED COMMISSION BASED SALES FOR ACCESORIES ? $$$


Location: Manhattan

Salary: $$$

Job#: 8044

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

Luxury Leather accessories manufacturer Freeminded.co based in NYC Is looking for a salesperson to work remotely. Looking for Major retailers like Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Maxfield and Major Luxury dispensaries. 

 Must know specialty stores.

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Patternmaker Tukatech


Location: Manhattan

Salary: $$$

Job#: 8110

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

 Patternmaker Tukatech Freelance assignment for 4-6 weeks

Major Sportswear Manufacturer who sells to QVC and private label companies they are located on 38th St. and 7th Ave they are looking for a Tukateck Patternmaker.  

This is a Freelance assignment for 4-6 weeks please read my Job Description – Detail oriented patternmaker with ample experience fitting garments. Product categories we would need the candidate to be well versed in are all knit tops and bottoms, woven tops and bottoms and outerwear, missy and plus size. Candidate must be adept working across a wide variety of fabrics and should be extremely proficient in taking a fit approved size small and making the necessary spec adjustments to get to a fit approved plus sized garment. Candidate also must be willing to come to work in our office.

 Tukatech experience a must!

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PRODUCT DEVELOPER PRODUCTION COORDINATOR


Location: ALL LOCATION

Salary: 80-90k

Job#: 9154

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

Developmental Production Coordinator – Loungewear & Urban Streetwear

Location: On-Site – New York, NY (Garment District – 37th St. & 7th Ave)

Company Type: Moderate Market Loungewear & Urban Streetwear

Industry: Apparel

Job

Extensive Knowledge of fabrics, textiles, print processes, checking measurements

Type: Full-Time

 About the Company:

We are a fast-paced, moderate-market loungewear and urban streetwear company that sells to both major retailers and discounters. We’re looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Production Coordinator who is bilingual in Hindi to join our team. This position is on-site and combines traditional production responsibilities with hands-on product development.

 Position Overview:

The Production Coordinator will manage the full lifecycle of orders from development through production. This person must be comfortable working in a small, entrepreneurial environment and managing communication between design, technical, and overseas factory teams. Hindi fluency is required for effective communication with factory partners.

 Responsibilities:

 

We are looking for someone that knows the technicalities of garment production.

Extensive Knowledge of fabrics, textiles, print processes, checking measurements

 

Starting with fabric, finish, printing, stitching, embellishment, measurements.

               

 Requirements:

Benefits:

 To Apply:

Benefits:

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PRODUCTION COORDINATOR


Location: Manhattan

Salary: 85-90k

Job#: 7987

Recruiter:


Description:

Women’s contemporary brand located at 37th st 7th avenue is looking for a Production associate and a Production Manager. Position is fulltime job in office, Hybrad Fridays .

The Production Coordinator 85-90k will act as the liaison between all departments in the company to execute an order after it has been placed. 

Duties and responsibilities:

 AIMS system is a plus, but they can train.

 Todd Wayne CEO

 alent. Tailored. Since 1988

450 Seventh Ave. Suite 2206  New York, NY 10123
P 212 947 3400  F 646 292 5104
Todd@Jessilyn.net  www.jessilynpersonnel.com

 

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PRODUCTION COORDINATOR BI-LINGUAL CHINESE


Location: Manhattan

Salary: 60-75k

Job#: 2929

Recruiter:


Description:

Production Assistant – High-End Fashion Factory

Location: Midtown Manhattan (On-Site)

 Established factory on 39th Street, working with top luxury designers, seeks a Production Assistant to learn all aspects of the fashion manufacturing process.

 Responsibilities:

 Assist with production coordination with Chinese factories

 Qualifications:

 Strong communication and organizational skills

 This is a full-time, on-site position with great opportunity to learn and grow in the fashion industry.

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RETAL SALESPERSON


Location: Great Neck NY

Salary: 60-75k+1%

Job#: 8099

Recruiter:


Description:

Salesperson wanted for a recently opened, beautiful, prestigious boutique in Great Neck, New York, and need a high energy individual with social media capabilities.

Offering exclusive high-end fashion clothing and accessories ensuring an exceptional shopping experience for our customers.

 

Job Description: We are seeking a dynamic and customer-oriented Retail Salesperson to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for high-end fashion, excellent interpersonal skills, and a knack for utilizing social media platforms to engage with our audience and promote our brand.

 

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Benefits:

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SALES


Location: ALL LOCATION

Salary: 80-200k

Job#: 9155

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

🚨 We’re Hiring – Experienced Apparel/Fashion Sales Professionals 🚨

Jessilyn PERSONNEL is currently recruiting for several exciting sales roles in New York across three established apparel companies:

👔 Children’s Wear Manufacturer

👗 Better Dress Manufacturer (Day & Eveningwear)

👕 Sportswear Manufacturer

Open Roles:

💡 Requirements:

✔️ Must have apparel/fashion sales experience

✔️ Strong relationships with retail buyers in Categories of children’s wear, ladies’ dresses, or ladies & Men sportswear

❌ Applications without this background will not be considered

💰 Compensation: $80K – $200K (commensurate with experience & buyer connections)

📩 To apply, please forward your updated résumé and asking salary to: todd@jessilyn.net

📞 Or call me directly at 212-947-3400

Let’s connect the best talent with the right opportunities in fashion.

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SALES PERSON GIRLS WEAR/ BOYS WEAR


Location: Manhattan

Salary: 100-115k Plus commission ++

Job#: 8046

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

My Client sales Mgr. is retiring, and he has very strong relationships with the Stores and the buyer and the want to bring someone in to be introduced to the buyers and take over the position.   

A Major Child wear manufacturers are looking for a strong salesperson with experience in boys and girl’s apparel.

Working with all major specialty and big box stores.

Potentially you can make a lot of money and you don't have to create new sales in order to make commissions you just need to service the accounts.

YOU MUST COME OUT OF THE APPAREL CHILDRENSWEAR MARKET TO APPLY. 

Position is open to different levels.

They are located at 34th and Broadway. 

 We are looking for sharp salespeople with experience and contacts. you can have work in Girls or Boys or both pretty flexible on the accounts and genders they would be selling.  

 Our business is Girls & Boys Sportswear – fashioned from Adult down to Kids, so it is a fashion product in the bigger size ranges, rather than cutie infant up type product. 

Types of Accounts we sell are Ross Stores, Boscov’s, Army Airforce Exchange, Variety Wholesale, TK Maxx, Forman Mills, Shoppers World ,Americas Kids, Meijer, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Gabes, Burlington, Etc.…

Compensation – salary range 100-115k – plus commission -- salary depends on the experience of the person and their capabilities.

 

 

 

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Sales Person with department store / ecomm site relationships


Location: Manhattan

Salary: $$$

Job#: 8117

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

New York Designer market contemporary line 

You Must come out of the fashion industry to apply, and you must come out of the better to Designer Market, You must know the buyers!

My client is looking to pay for your contact you must be able to pick up a phone and get the buyers to see the line, Please don’t bother emailing me your resume if you don’t have this kind of relationship .  

My client Launched the brand in 2018 exclusive with Saks. Since then, we have added about 300 top tier specialty stores around the country and continue to work with Saks ( last fall their line had one of the best performing skus across all Saks departments)

My client has had numerous press features, celebrities and influencers wearing the clothes.  we have also done popups in the Hamptons and events in aspen to name a few. 

We are looking for a salesperson with department store / ecomm site relationships (ie: Neiman’s, Nordstrom, shopbop, revolve, net a porter

 

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Salesperson Specialty Shop Location Great Neck NY


Location: Great Neck NY

Salary: 90-100k+%

Job#: 8107

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

Am major Better / Designer Dress & Sportswear Manufacturer located in Great Neck NY is looking for an Apparel salesperson who has working relationship with all the major Specialty shops Buyer’s & GM's you must have Foot Traffic to apply this opportunity will be in their Great Neck office. sell to accounts like Coplins South Carolina, Julian Gold Texas, Susan Lee Atlanta GA,Hartly NJ,Nitsas North Carolina,Tootsies Texas and GA, Ballin’s

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Shopify Developer.


Location: Mineola NY.

Salary: 75-90k

Job#: 9161

Recruiter:


Description:

Shopify Website Developer

Salary: $75,000–$90,000 DOE

Location: In-house – Mineola, NY (No remote)

 We are looking for a skilled Shopify Developer to join our team and take our e-commerce and retail operations to the next level. This is an in-house role with hands-on responsibility for integrating Shopify with multiple sales channels, including Google Merchant Center, Instagram, and TikTok.

 What You’ll Do:

 Lead the migration of data from our RLM warehouse inventory system to Shopify.

  What We’re Looking For:

 5+ years of experience migrating data to Shopify and developing custom Shopify apps/integrations.

 Why Join Us:

 Work in a dynamic, growing company with both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar operations.

 If you’re a Shopify expert who thrives on creating seamless integrations and driving online growth, we want to hear from you!


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SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATOR


Location: Mineola NY.

Salary: 110-125k

Job#: 8121

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

Job Title: Social Media Specialist with Shopify Experience Mineola NY, 

Job Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and creative Social Media Specialist with a strong understanding of Shopify to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing our social media strategy to enhance our online presence, increase engagement, and drive traffic to our Shopify store.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Social Media Strategy Development:
    • Create, implement, and manage social media strategies that align with the company's overall business goals.
    • Develop content calendars and ensure timely delivery of social media content across all platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, etc.).
  2. Content Creation & Management:
    • Develop engaging and visually appealing content (images, videos, graphics, etc.) tailored to each social media platform.
    • Write compelling copy 

How to Apply: Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter explaining your experience with Shopify and social media strategy.

 

 

 

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Specialty Shop Sales Person


Location: Remote

Salary: $$$

Job#: 8106

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

www.freeminded.co 

Freeminded Inc.  Is a cannabis couture lifestyle accessory manufacturer, We are handmade functional art that cannabis gets stored in, we Manufacturer our products in Florence Italy, France, & NYC, and we have created a brand new accessory category call Cannabis Couture, we have been selling to the Luxury Cannabis Dispensaries, Specialty store like Kemo Sabe, and others, we are looking for a sales person that has relationships with the Buyers or GM of these kinds of store. the product is amazing, Exciting, Fresh, The new wave of the future! We are trailblazers, come Join us for the HIGH!

 

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TAILOR


Location: Manhattan

Salary: $35-$40 HR

Job#: 8009

Recruiter:


Description:

I've picked up a Beautiful luxury retailor like Chanel, Chloe, Valentino, they are looking for an Alteration Retail Tailor

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Vice President Product Development


Location: Connecticut

Salary: 275-325k

Job#: 9166

Recruiter: Todd Wayne


Description:

Vice President, Product Development

 Men’s & Women’s Performance Apparel

Location: Stamford, CT (Onsite – 5 Days/Week)

Reports To: Chief Product Officer

Employment Type: Full-Time

 The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to lead product development at a high-growth, premium performance lifestyle brand operating at the intersection of innovation, athletic performance, and modern lifestyle dressing.

 With strong momentum across DTC, wholesale, and owned retail, national distribution through Nordstrom, Dillard’s, Equinox, and Pro Golf Shops, and a projected 40% growth in 2026, the brand is entering its next chapter of scale. We are seeking a best-in-class product development leader to help architect the future of Men’s and Women’s performance apparel.

 This role is built for a VP who thrives in Tier-1 performance environments—someone who understands how to translate brand vision and athlete-grade performance into commercial, scalable product without sacrificing quality, fit, or margin.

Why This Role Is Different

 This is not a maintenance role. This is a build, elevate, and differentiate role.

 Role Overview

The Vice President of Product Development will lead the global product development and materials organization across Men’s and Women’s performance categories including athleisure, activewear, loungewear, golf, tennis, and modern casual suiting.

 This leader will set the standard for product excellence, operational rigor, and cross-functional alignment, ensuring every style delivers on performance promise, brand DNA, and financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

 Strategic Product Leadership

End-to-End Development Excellence


Materials, Innovation & Performance

Margin, Speed & Operational Discipline

 Cross-Functional & Executive Partnership

 Team & Culture Leadership

Ideal Background

 What You’ll Get

 Bottom Line

If you are a Tier-1 performance product leader who wants true ownership, influence, and the chance to build something exceptional, this role offers the platform, resources, and momentum to do just that.

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