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Ashley Furniture Industries · 4 hours ago

Product Owner - Distribution

Ashley Furniture Industries is the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world, and they are seeking a Product Owner to bridge the gap between business and technology within their Distribution Teams. The role involves managing the product backlog, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring the delivery of high-value features that align with business goals and customer needs.

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H1B Sponsor Likelynote
Hiring Manager
Farrah Fattal
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Responsibilities

Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions
Own and prioritize the Distribution product backlog to ensure clarity and alignment with engineering
Collaborate with stakeholders in Distribution, Transportation and other cross-functional areas to gather and translate business requirements into clear user stories and acceptance criteria. Spend significant time in the Distribution Center to understand DC operations and recognize opportunities for improvement. Talk with various levels of staff to gather feedback about potential changes
Participate in sprint planning, sprint refinement, reviews and retrospectives
Assist in planning and conducting UAT to ensure product features meet acceptance criteria
Communicate regularly with stakeholders to provide updates on product development and gather feedback
Maintain detailed documentation of product features, requirements, and changes
Work closely with the delivery team to ensure timely and successful product releases
Monitor product performance and user feedback to inform future development efforts
Ability to work effectively within a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Qualification

Product ManagementDistribution OperationsWMSAgile MethodologiesAnalytical SkillsCuriosityCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeam CollaborationLeadership Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field, or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience as a product owner, product analyst, or similar role
At least 3 years in Distribution operations or Distribution software engineering or implementation
Deep understanding in one or more of the following and how they facilitate improvements in a Distribution Center: WMS, Labor Management systems, automation including conveyors, PIV, and robotics
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
Proven ability to translate business objectives into structured requirements (user stories)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels
Proficiency in product management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello, Aha!) and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence others through conversions
Tolerance for ambiguity and the ability to handle change
Curiosity to learn and do new things

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
Professional Development Opportunities
Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
Telehealth
401(k) and Profit Sharing
Life Insurance

Company

Ashley Furniture Industries

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Ashley Furniture Industries is the furniture manufacturer, delivering home furnishing values, stylish furnishings, and home decor.

H1B Sponsorship

Ashley Furniture Industries has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (14)
2024 (24)
2023 (19)
2022 (40)
2021 (39)
2020 (23)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Richard Teachout
Chief Technology Officer
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