Assistant Product Developer

Arhaus; Boston Heights (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable furniture seeks an Assistant Product Developer to help in the product development process. The successful candidate will collaborate across multiple departments to gather product information and ensure timely launches, while supporting the brand's mission and product strategy.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in Design/Product Development/Merchandising in retail setting.
• Ability to learn and retain new computer systems.
• Experience in a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all components of the product development process.
• Manage Sample Purchase Orders and Sample Trackers.
• Work closely with Sourcing and Quality Control teams.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Four-year college degree in design, merchandising, or related field

Job description

Arhaus was founded in 1986 on a simple idea: Furniture and décor should be sustainably sourced, lovingly made, and built to last. Today, we partner with artisans around the world who share our vision, creating beautiful, heirloom-quality pieces that can be used—and loved—for generations. The Assistant Product Developer reports to a Product Developer and is tasked with assisting in all components of the product development process for assigned categories. The Assistant Product Developer will be working cross functionally with senior management, store operations, marketing, planning, sourcing, and merchandising to introduce new products into the Arhaus assortment. This individual will also be responsible for delivering on-trend, brand-right product that delivers against s ae business and product strategy.

Core Job Functions

• Work with vendors to gather and compile product info across the assigned category and input this information into Marketing Docs, Product Information System and Assortment plans.
• Sample Purchase Order management followed by management of Sample Trackers for the assigned category monitoring each sample from a vendor to Arhaus warehouse, informing Product Development team of any changes in the tracker.
• Work closely with the web team to ensure that product is launched in a timely manner and is accurately represented on the Arhaus website.
• Assist in specifying product packaging and, in conjunction with the Quality Control team, ensuring compliance of product quality and packaging when the initial sample arrives in the warehouse.
• Work closely with Sourcing and QC teams to resolve any quality concerns with new and existing products.
• Assist in proofing product information for catalog and web copy
• Manage to compile information for assortment plans seasonally from start to finish
• Manage the transfer of new product samples to sample room, photo studio, and catalog photoshoots
• Assist in monitoring market trends along with PD management and provide well-informed feedback and ideas for new product ideas
• Manage all material references shipped to vendors, and maintain finish/material libraries.
• Work closely with Associate Product Developer, Product Developer and CMO for direction on a new product that addresses market and internal assortment needs.
• Assist in the building and maintenance of vendor relationships to accomplish goals

Success Factors

• Hold oneself accountable for meeting commitments and achieving objectives
• Elevate challenges to seek partnership with leader to resolve
• Support the team by creating an efficient and productive work flow between ideation and administration
• Seek and engage to learn about customer preferences and trends

Requirements:

• Four-year college degree in design, merchandising, or related field
• 1+ years experience in a Design/Product Development /Merchandising experience in retail setting
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and the ability to learn and retain new computer systems in a timely manner

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.

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