Product Development Specialist

Job Description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

SUMMARY: Classic Concepts is a leading furniture manufacturer dedicated to creating innovative and high-quality furniture products. We take pride in our commitment to craftsmanship, sustainability, and design excellence. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our product line. A creative mindset will contribute from, idea evaluation through introduction to market as well as the growth and success of our company.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Manage the entire product development process, from initial concept to production.

· Collaborate with design team to conceptualize and develop new furniture product ideas.

· Create detailed product specifications and collaborate with engineers and manufacturers to ensure product quality and cost-effectiveness.

· Oversee prototype development and testing, making necessary adjustments and refinements.

· Builds and maintains positive and collaborative relationships with suppliers.

· Able to articulate and communicate both verbal and in writing with suppliers on development changes and or expectations.

· Able to use logic to interpret design concepts and build line drawings, renderings using CAD, Photoshop, Fusion, and 3D software.

· Proactively gather and analyze required information/details (i.e., CAD’s, line drawings, specs, photos, swatches, etc.) before disseminating to the suppliers.

· Communicates development timelines sample submissions, approvals, and revisions daily with overseas suppliers.

· Assesses development requirements with design lead to maximize costs effectiveness when sourcing.

· Assist with entering auditing, costing, pricing, dimensions, materials, parts, and supplier information in various internal systems.

· Placing initial sample purchase orders with factories, as well as manage timelines to insure on time delivery.

· Work closely with cross-functional teams such as EVP for new development, QC, Account Specialist and Dept. Buyers.

· Ensure that products comply with Industry standards and regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint, CAD, Photoshop, and 3D software.

· AA degree or BA Degree from an accredited college

· Experience in furniture product development and construction

· Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills

· Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.

· Strong work ethic; punctual and reliable

· Self-driven and goal oriented

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work using principles of good communication.

WORKING CONDITIONS

· Normal for office environment

· Ability to work sitting down with 30% of walking in course of the day.Company Description

Classic Home began when founder Harpal Singh started selling handwoven kilim rugs, believing that authentically crafted pieces made with honest materials could transform spaces and reshape how people live in them. Inspired by the rugs, Harpal searched for other pieces that embodied his values of quality and authenticity, always reshaping and refining his vision for what inspired spaces could be. Thirty years on, our search continues as does our commitment to sourcing pieces that transform, complete, and most of all, inspire your spaces.