Product Development Manager

Napa Home And Garden - Norcross, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Norcross, GA

Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Product Development Manager at Napa Home & Garden is responsible for overseeing the development of new products from initial costing to final sample approval. This role is crucial for expanding the product line and achieving business goals, requiring collaboration with various teams to support biannual product launches. The ideal candidate should be organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about home décor and interior design.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily communications with agents and factories regarding new product developments as outlined by the VP Creative and Buyer.
• Process cost of goods and assess product viability within target cost structure; negotiate as necessary.
• Determine applicable HTS codes for new products.
• Maintain development updates in the master Work in Progress PowerPoint by season.
• Communicate seasonal timeline expectations with agents and factories and track developments, flagging at-risk items.
• Ensure all product details (design/cost/pack details) are solidified for hand-off to the product management team for PO generation.
• Review Final Sample PowerPoints against product criteria (dimensions, finish, quality).
• Conduct market research and competition evaluation as needed.
• Evaluate physical samples on-site in the Norcross office as needed.
• Learn and become well-versed in vendor capabilities.
• Manage the onboarding process for new suppliers.
• Assist with proofing catalogs to ensure integrity of new product information.
• Assist with pre-show preparation in the showroom twice annually.
• Participate in Sales Meetings, Product Training Meetings, and Trade Shows.
• Manage special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant industry experience preferred.
• Proficient cost-of-goods and wholesale/retail pricing skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Adobe; V-Lookup and Pivot Table applications in Excel are required.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in home décor and interior design.
• Strong data analysis skills.
• Exceptional multi-tasking and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.