Product Development Manager

ABOUT DOVETAIL:

Founded in 1992 in Los Angeles, California, Dovetail Furniture is a furniture and home decor wholesaler.

Dovetail Furniture designs its furniture and home decor collection in Los Angeles, manufactures its products in many countries around the world, and then sells and distributes its collection to furniture stores and designers in the United States, as well as a handful of other countries in the Americas.

Dovetail Furniture is known for its trendy, warm and design-forward collections. It also prides itself for having a diverse staff, working in a welcoming and professional environment.

OUR CULTURE

We put a lot of effort into hiring the best people, allowing us to have a group of individuals with similar objectives – employees that are always looking to improve themselves and help push the company forward. We work openly and cross-functionally because it enables us to build relationships together and win as a team. We believe in a culture that promotes collaboration, emphasizes an atmosphere of innovation, and encourages nothing but positivity.

• Be Innovative and Creative
• Discuss New Ideas, Contributions and Share Feedback
• Celebrate Daily Victories and Company Victories
• Think Win/Win
• TEAM first

ABOUT THE JOB:

Dovetail Furniture is looking for a motivated individual to join us as our Product Development Manager! The ideal candidate has experience in product development and project management, has led small, agile teams, and works well with others. You’ll lead the organization of our product development department and its processes as we continue to grow and evolve our product line. A keen eye for detail and the ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment are essential.

Core responsibilities

• The Product Development Manager leads the end-to-end process of the product development life cycle. This role works closely with the design, merchandising, sourcing, and purchasing teams to ensure all newly sampled products arrive accurately and on time to meet launch deadlines.

Essential Functions

• Manage the sample development cycle — initial concept, prototype, review
• Manage communication with freelance designers and overseas factories on contracted designs and developments
• Use critical analysis of product sales to inform new product expansion
• Own critical-path calendars from concept through delivery, aligned to seasonal line reviews / market dates (High Point Market, Las Vegas Market)
• Coordinate cross-functionally with merchandising, sales, marketing, logistics, and purchasing teams to hit milestones
• Manage multiple product lines/categories simultaneously against launch deadlines
• Manage and delegate to Product Development Associates in order to meet timeline targets
• Ensure the integrity of SKU-level data from development through production handoff. Making sure all product related data is accurate and updated before launch.

Required Qualifications

• BA in business, marketing, merchandising or related field
• Minimum 5 years in a successful product development role (not necessarily furniture)
• Success managing a team in a fast paced and ever-changing environment.
• Capable of pivoting product development strategy to align with changing business needs.
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities, set and achieve challenging goals.
• Possess strong presentation, listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail, data management and project management skills a must.
• Must be proficient in Excel

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• product development: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person