Solomon Page ยท 5 hours ago
Product Developer - Hard Home
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expSolomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions, and they are seeking a Product Development Manager with experience in table top and dinnerware. This role will manage freelancers and the product development process while supporting sales and sourcing efforts, ensuring timely and high-quality sample development from ideation to customer presentations.
Asset ManagementConsultingProfessional Services
Hiring Manager
Sue Lamoreaux
Responsibilities
Manage the sample development process from sample request through sample delivery including tracking artwork production timelines and technical packet review for submission
Manage freelancer relationships and deliverables to meet PD calendar needs
Review technical product specifications for accuracy and uploading to overseas partners
Create departmental templates and presentations to maximize efficiencies
Maintain the Digital Artwork and Packaging Asset library
Prepare PowerPoint customer presentations as deadlines demand
Attend and communicate customer meeting recaps and revisions of design/development with Sourcing and Sales partners
Collaborate with Head of PD and Sourcing on fulfilling sample requests
Assist with sample collection, merchandising or other activities in preparation for trade shows
Perform continual in-store comparison shopping and photography of seasonal retailer sets as requested by executive team
Manage in-house mock-ups as needed per senior management and seasonal markets
Ensure that the sample development process is consistently managed in a timely and high-quality manner
Provide a high level of timely coordination and collaboration with freelancers and designers
Consistently manage and organize priorities and deadlines
Demonstrate an ability to consistently deliver on time and with high quality
Provide a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Perform thorough and timely management and updates of processes for delivery of work product
Consistently and regularly meets minimum required level of performance for all position competencies
Demonstrate an open-minded personality and be easy to work with while fostering a positive and collaborative team environment
Conduct market research, competitive (comp) shopping, and analysis to support design and product development initiatives
Qualification
Required
Associates or Bachelors degree in Business, Merchandising, or another related field
Experience in the Home category specifically dinnerware and tabletop
3 or more years increasing responsibility in product development or product merchandising
Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
Microsoft Office expertise
Preferred
Design / Creative background a plus
Company
Solomon Page
Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a leading staffing and executive search firm headquartered in New York City with offices across the United States.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lloyd Solomon
Managing Director
Rachel Tigges
CMO
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