Job Description

Our client, a growing home décor business, is seeking a Product Development Manager to lead product development initiatives and support the growth of their expanding assortment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys cross-functional collaboration, and has a strong eye for product, trends, and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the product development calendar to ensure key milestones and launch timelines are met
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with merchandising, sourcing, and operations teams to bring new products to market
• Partner with Product Managers and leadership on assortment planning, product strategies, and category development
• Conduct trend research and market analysis to inform product direction and innovation
• Oversee product development workflows, ensuring samples, approvals, and revisions remain on schedule
• Prepare merchandising analysis, product presentations, and materials for line reviews and leadership meetings
• Coordinate showroom readiness, including sample tracking, product organization, and presentation execution
• Maintain accurate product data, images, and development status within internal systems
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, documentation, and development efficiency

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Design, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in product development, merchandising, or product management
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple development timelines and cross-functional partners
• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel

Preferred

• Experience in home décor, furniture, or consumer goods
• Familiarity with PLM or ERP systems (Stride, Odoo, or similar)
• Experience supporting seasonal line reviews and showroom merchandising

Please submit your resume for consideration.

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