Vice President, Product Development - Rejuvenation

Rejuvenation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous discount on all WSI brands

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tax-free commuter benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

A leading home furnishings company is seeking a Vice President of Product Development in Portland. The successful candidate will set the visual and creative direction for the brand while overseeing a dedicated team. Candidates should have at least 8 years of product design experience and 5 years in leadership roles. This position involves mentoring teams, gathering market insights, and driving creative vision. The company offers great benefits including a 401(k) plan and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years in home furnishings product design experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of people development and leadership experience.
• Ability to perform work onsite in the Portland office full-time.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Product Development team across all product categories.
• Gather market data on key fashion trends.
• Drive global conceptual vision for the Rejuvenation brand.
• Mentor, educate, and develop creative staff.

Skills

Aesthetic vision

Strong business acumen

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Strong presentation skills

Project management

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Minimum 4-year college degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview Of The VP, Product Development Role

As the Vice President, Product Development you will set the visual and creative direction for the Rejuvenation brand. You will lead the Product Development team across all product categories, overseeing the Design team and translating concepts into cohesive product design each season. You will develop designs that reflect market and customer/business trends.

Responsibilities

• Gather market data on key fashion trends, including fabrication, materials, color schemes, and designs for next season.
• Regularly shop competitors to stay abreast of trends.
• Drive global conceptual vision and creative direction for the Rejuvenation brand.
• Present and sell seasonal concepts to the merchandising team and senior leaders.
• Identify big business ideas to develop and ensure the Head Design Manager has a clear understanding of the product line.
• Ensure all final design details and pre‑production samples are approved by the Head Design Manager (with Sourcing and Production Management). Resolve escalated issues.
• Provide input to seasonal concepts for floor plan development and catalog design/pagination.
• Develop staffing and succession plans; interview candidates and approve final division candidates.
• Determine workload for staff and recommend processes to improve workflow and results.
• Provide direction and clarify objectives. Evaluate and appraise performance.
• Mentor, educate, and develop creative staff.
• Participate in key company strategic initiatives and steering committees.
• Present seasonal product information (inspirations and facts) to field teams.
• Present boards to merchants.
• Operate a computer and communicate via telephone.
• Transport materials and equipment; lift, move, and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis.

Criteria

• Minimum of 8 years in home furnishings product design experience.
• Minimum 4‑year college degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of people development and leadership experience.
• Is an aesthetic visionary with strong business acumen and the ability to translate vision into business results.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of people across roles within the organization. Must possess strong presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with excellent attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Thrives in a high‑energy, fast‑paced environment, with flexibility to react to rapidly changing business needs and priorities.
• Adroit at project management, anticipating periods of high volume and working with the team to plan for intense workload.
• Highly collaborative with the ability to build strong cross‑functional partnerships.
• Willingness to execute tactical work as well as demonstrate strategic thinking.
• Ability to perform work onsite in the Portland office full‑time pending state, local, and company return‑to‑work guidance during and after the COVID‑19 pandemic.

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands.
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and time off to volunteer.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, including same‑sex domestic partner benefits.
• Tax‑free commuter benefits.
• A wellness program that supports physical, financial, and emotional health.

Continued Learning

• In‑person and online learning opportunities through WSI University.
• Cross‑brand and cross‑function career opportunities.
• Resources for self‑development.
• Advisor (mentor) program.
• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series.

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H‑1B or other employment‑based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.