JOB TITLE
Product Development Manager
SALARY
Exempt – Full Time - Salary
JOB LOCATION
Arhaus Upholstery – Conover, NC
WEEKLY HOURS
Monday – Friday > 40 Hours per week
Overtime as needed
DEPARTMENT
Management
REPORTS TO
General Manager
POSITION DETAILS
JOB PURPOSE
Oversee the Product Development department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage the department parts such as pattern making, frame drawing, frame design, frame build for new products, upholstering of new products
• Providing collaborative input on new and existing furniture pieces.
• Working with Plant leadership to ensure all samples and existing furniture pieces meet quality, style, and requirements of the highest quality.
• Recommends and implements improvements need in the PD area.
• Correctly records, corrects and approves the PD area employees’ time by the required deadlines.
• Assess product cost while looking for cost reduction opportunities.
• Works to move samples and new products thru the process from concept to finish.
• Ensures current product patterns are correct and if not, corrects any design issues immediately.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager
WORKING CONDITIONS
Heated and cooled typical office environment.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Minimum
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
High
DIRECT REPORTS
1 - 10
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
10 Years’ experience in furniture upholstery, pattern making and general furniture upholstery experience.
5 years’ experience in supervision.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Previous experience in PD Management is preferred.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent.
PREFERRED EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree or 3+ years related experience.
REQUIRED SKILLS
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must have good vision.
• Must be able to lead a team with respect and dignity. Must lead by example.
• Must understand the lean and 5s concepts.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must have excellent computer skills.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to work safely with a variety of tools and supplies.
• Must have excellent math skills.
• Must be a Team Player with a positive attitude.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Must have your own reliable transportation.
• Must be able to sit/stand/walk for a minimum of 8 hours a day.
• Must be able to work Weekends and Overtime.
• Must be reliable.
• Must have strong skills in the following areas:
o Reading (English)
o Comprehending (English)
o Speaking
o Writing
o Communication
Must be able to wear required PPE of Safety Glasses and close-toe/close-heel shoes when required.
Must be able to adhere to all Safety policies and procedures to prevent injuries to yourself and others.
Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- 10 years of experience in furniture upholstery, pattern making, and general furniture upholstery
- 5 years of supervisory experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to lead a team respectfully and by example
- Understanding of Lean and 5S concepts
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds
- Ability to work safely with tools and supplies
- Excellent math skills
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to work weekends and overtime
- Strong English reading, comprehension, speaking, writing, and communication skills
- Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses and close-toe, close-heel shoes
- Bachelor's degree or 3+ years of related experience
- Previous product development management experience
Arhaus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Arhaus and has not been reviewed or approved by Arhaus.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are provided alongside company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability, with HSAs/FSAs available. Wellness resources such as an onsite clinic at headquarters and an EAP broaden access to care.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a company match, described with immediate vesting in company materials, underpins long-term savings.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Employees can access sizeable merchandise discounts, friends-and-family events, sample sales, and wellness credits that can lower insurance costs. Headquarters amenities such as an onsite café and EV charging add convenience.
Arhaus Insights
What We Do
Arhaus offers original handcrafted designs at 70 privately owned and operated store locations in the U.S. and online at arhaus.com. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, we collaborate with skilled artisans from around the world to create (and recreate) pieces that reflect many cultures, from Italy to Indonesia. The end result is an eclectic mix of designs that are exclusive to our stores and arhaus.com. Furnishing a Better World: This is the premise of the Arhaus design philosophy; it dates back to 1986 when the father and son John and Jack Reed opened the first store location in the historic Flats District downtown Cleveland and vowed never to use wood from the world’s endangered rainforests in the making of an Arhaus design. Today, nearly 50 percent the product assortment is made of recycled material—everything from glass, to metals like copper and reclaimed wood from buildings no longer standing and vessels no longer set sail. Timbers are either reclaimed or sustainably sourced. A Port City Called Arhus: The Danish port city Århus (pronounced ohr-HOOSE) inspired the name. John came across Arhus on a map and took an immediate liking. After a few minor modifications, “Arhaus” represented the warmth and luxury of the then (and now) home furnishings offered.
