The role involves leading the product development process across a subset of product categories to ensure commercialization on-time and within budget
Job Summary
The role involves leading the product development process across a subset of product categories to ensure commercialization on-time and within budget.
Candidates will manage multiple programs simultaneously while ensuring adherence to design intent, quality standards, and seasonal calendars.
Design Within Reach is committed to creating exceptionally crafted, built-to-last furnishings that support causes aligning with their values for a sustainable future.
Matching Summary
The role involves leading the product development process across a subset of product categories to ensure commercialization on-time and within budget.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Manage product development cycle
Lead cross-functional project meetings
Generate RFQ bid packages
Conduct cost negotiations
Review supplier drawings
Facilitate prototyping and testing
Oversee project budget
Nice-to-have
Entrepreneurial mindset with adaptive approach
Awareness of furniture market landscape
Strong supplier relationship management
Mentoring junior team members
Positive working environment creation
Key Requirements
Bachelor's Degree required
4+ years experience in development-related function