Assistant, Made to Measure Purple Label

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration. POSITION OVERVIEW As part of the product management team, this role will partner with design, fabric, merchandising, sourcing, IT and systems teams to ensure the full end-to-end made to measure experience meets the client's needs and creates a seamless experience. The assistant will support the Made to Measure business with operational excellence, managing critical development cycles and data systems to deliver the premium Purple Label experience our clients expect. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Order Management & PO Creation - Own Purchase Order creation and management for Purple Label and Polo Made to Measure orders from initiation through completion • Cross-Functional Partnership - Collaborate closely with design teams to produce and launch compelling store assets that strengthen sales performance and brand presentation • Fabric Analysis & Optimization - Analyze fabric swatch performance data to identify white space opportunities, recommend assortment edits, and support seasonal planning initiatives • Sourcing Coordination - Partner with Italy Sourcing office to maintain critical order deadlines, track production status, and ensure quality standards are met throughout the manufacturing process • Data Management Excellence - Maintain accuracy and integrity of product data across multiple systems including Airtable, SAP, GFE, and PLM platforms • Development Cycle Support - Support seasonal development timelines by coordinating and executing new book launches, partnering with fabric to identify white space opportunities and managing technical specification updates on order forms • Purchase Order Administration - Input, update, and finalize all aspects of Purchase Orders ensuring accuracy in pricing, delivery dates, and technical specifications EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE • Operational Excellence - Demonstrated commitment to data accuracy and process improvement with strong attention to detail • Systems Proficiency - Knowledge of SAP, Airtable, PLM systems preferred; willingness to learn and master multiple technology platforms • Microsoft Office Suite - Experience with Excel (intermediate level), Word, and PowerPoint in a corporate environment • Fashion/Retail Background - Understanding of product development cycles, manufacturing processes, and luxury retail operations preferred • Communication Skills - Strong verbal and written communication abilities with experience collaborating across multiple departments and external partners • Analytical Mindset - Ability to analyze performance data and translate insights into actionable recommendations • Project Management - Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment #LI-CE1 Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws. Please note background checks will be evaluated individually.