Director, Upholstery

Four Hands

Austin, TX, United States
On-site
10+ years international product development
Upholstery and fabric construction expertise
Raw material sourcing and vendor capabilities
The Director, Upholstery leads the strategic direction and execution of the Upholstery category, driving innovation, quality, and profitability across all product lines

Job Summary

  • The Director, Upholstery leads the strategic direction and execution of the Upholstery category, driving innovation, quality, and profitability across all product lines.
  • This role oversees the full product development lifecycle from concept and material creation to construction, costing, and market launch while ensuring alignment with brand objectives.
  • Four Hands fosters a culture where passion meets purpose, investing in exceptional people with over 800 team members and offering opportunities for professional growth.

Matching Summary

The Director, Upholstery leads the strategic direction and execution of the Upholstery category, driving innovation, quality, and profitability across all product lines.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years international product development
  • Upholstery and fabric construction expertise
  • Raw material sourcing and vendor capabilities
  • Proactive costing and product engineering
  • Seasonal line plan execution

Nice-to-have

  • Sustainability integration in design
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Digital solution implementation
  • Trend forecasting and market analysis
  • Brand storytelling championing

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or related field
  • 10+ years experience in international product development
  • Demonstrated leadership experience developing high-impact teams
  • Expertise in furniture construction and material finish creation
  • Strong understanding of global manufacturing regions

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter