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Design Within Reach · 6 hours ago

Assistant Product Developer

Stamford, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Design Within Reach is a company focused on creating beautifully designed furnishings that are built to last. They are seeking an Assistant Product Developer to support the product development process across various product categories, ensuring timely commercialization and adherence to design and quality standards.

E-CommerceIndoor PositioningRetail

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support the product development team with daily tasks: submit prototype orders, maintain trackers, respond to customer service inquiries

Organize and file documentation, create and maintain internal libraries/databases, work on special assignments as needed

Facilitate prototyping and coordinate and track prototype movement requests. Own communication with sample warehouse, organization and storing of samples, and arranging sample reviews. Troubleshoot roadblocks to on-time prototype delivery, ensure samples are properly labeled

Build strong relationships with suppliers and communicate key project deliverables

Create Test Request Forms and facilitate product testing at test labs. Track status of product and transit testing with third-party test labs

Conduct in-depth review of prototypes to ensure products meet or exceed all standards for: build quality, ease of assembly, packaging, comfort, value, etc

Collaborate with Supply Chain/Sourcing and Product Compliance to ensure all regulatory, sustainability, and performance documentation are obtained from the suppliers

Support developers in establishing quality criteria for all new programs and develop Quality Assurance Protocol with Suppliers

Communicate key issues (i.e., schedules, resource constraints, launch plans) in a clear and timely manner to Merchandising and PD leadership

Participate in weekly meetings with cross-functional teams to share progress on new developments and conduct prototype/design reviews