Position Overview
The Product Development Associate will report to the Vice President of Product Development and will assist in all aspects of the product development process from concept to market introduction to the retail sales shelf.
Essential Job Functions
· Work with the fragrance design team on creation of new product assortments annually with a goal to be in stock for market introductions.
· Assist in maintaining a product development time and action calendar
· Track progress of new developments
· Develop spec standards for new products, as needed
· Develop relationship with existing vendors to develop and sample newness.
· Manage sample process for timely delivery for photo shoots, market introductions, sales rep kits.
· Develop and establish costing for new collections
· Manage testing of products with outside laboratory when necessary
· Manage the process for product packaging and product labeling information, develop directly with packaging vendors.
· Work closely with production to pass along all specs of final product for bulk ordering.
· Inspect shipments of new products received at warehouse as needed or required
· Communicate and resolve quality control issues with suppliers
· Daily communication with overseas and domestic facilities and packaging suppliers
· Travel possibilities – domestic and/or international
Requirements
· 3-5+ years of experience in product development, home industry a plus with a concentration on hard goods, accessories and fragrance.
· Strong knowledge of product development, manufacturing techniques and materials in the world of hard goods and decorative accessories.
· Possess strong computer skills- Word and Excel, Photoshop a plus
· Demonstrate strong organizational skills
· Excellent follow-up skills
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, adapt quickly to change, and reprioritize when new problems or projects arise.
· Must be flexible with the ability to work both independently and handle multiple projects at once.
· A strong work ethic with passion, curiosity and willingness and desire to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Skills Required
- 3-5+ years of experience in product development, ideally in home industry with hard goods, accessories and fragrance
- Strong knowledge of product development, manufacturing techniques and materials for hard goods and decorative accessories
- Strong computer skills: Word and Excel
- Photoshop
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent follow-up skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, adapt quickly to change, and reprioritize
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects at once
- Willingness/ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
- Strong work ethic, passion, curiosity, and ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
What We Do
Founded in 1891, SFERRA is an Italian luxury lifestyle brand renowned for sourcing the world's finest natural fibers to create impeccable luxury linens. The company specializes in high-quality Italian-made bedding, bath, and table products, expanding its offerings to include rugs, mattresses, home décor, and loungewear, serving as a leader in the branded luxury home textile market.
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