American Exchange Group · 2 days ago
Product Developer / Merchandiser, Furniture
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expAmerican Exchange Group is an industry leader in fashion accessory products and brand management. They are seeking a highly creative and commercially minded Product Developer / Merchandiser, Furniture to support the growth of a diffusion Jonathan Adler furniture brand designed for the off-price market, focusing on delivering elevated design at accessible price points.
Consumer GoodsFashionManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead seasonal assortment planning in partnership with Design and Sourcing to ensure a compelling, cohesive product mix that aligns with brand storytelling, customer needs, and off-price retail constraints
Make agile, customer-specific assortment adjustments to address gaps, trends, and retailer feedback
Maintain a strong point of view on how Jonathan Adler’s design language translates into a diffusion offering without losing brand DNA
Partner closely with the Design team to translate seasonal concepts, trends, and inspiration into commercially viable furniture assortments
Ensure all products, finishes, materials, and packaging reflect the brand’s aesthetic while meeting off-price cost targets
Merchandise new product concepts supplied by overseas vendors and agents based on seasonal design direction
Communicate product requirements (sizing, finish and fabric preferences, materials, etc) and deliverables to our agent and vendor base
Partner with leadership on strategy for sourcing new developments – communicate with vendor base, manage PD process
Negotiate Costing and MOQ with vendors for new designs based on merchandising plan and seasonal storytelling
Review + action weekly Product Development trackers from overseas agents/vendors to maintain status and tracking of product samples
Work with vendor base to maintain product details – weights, dims, loadability
Manage PD spreadsheets, pricing spreadsheets and visual line lists to ensure costing information and product detail are accurate and up to date
Work with management on pricing sheets for retailers
Ensure packaging and product quality meet company standards
Review inspection reports and address any product conformity issues
Partner with Planning and Operations to support SKU setup and order-ready product flow
Align packaging/labeling and product details on product signage as needed (working with Packaging Design Manager)
Work with Planning to update Sku set-up forms for order ready product
Monitor off-price market trends, competitive assortments, and emerging opportunities to keep the line relevant and differentiated
Participate in all sales meetings to communicate merchandising strategies, present new developments, and integrate customer feedback into future assortments
Lead the merchandising and preparation of the showroom for market weeks, line reviews, and customer meetings
Ensure assortments are clearly merchandised and stories are visually and verbally communicated
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in product development and/or merchandising, preferably in furniture, home, or décor
Strong understanding of off-price retail and pricing strategies
Proven ability to balance design, cost, and speed to market
Excellent cross-functional communication and vendor management skills
Strong aesthetic sensibility aligned with the Jonathan Adler brand
Benefits
Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Half Day Fridays with shortened hours during both Summer and Winter seasons
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Tax-free commuter benefits
Exclusive employee merchandise discounts
Company
American Exchange Group
American Exchange Group is a designer, manufacturer, and wholesaler of fashion accessory watches, jewelry, and footwear.
201-500 employees
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Growth StageLeadership Team
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Alen Mamrout
Chief Executive Officer
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