Core Home - New York, NY

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
New York, NY
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

We are a fashion-forward housewares company located in the heart of New York City, dedicated to bringing innovative kitchenware and hydration products to market. Our team is passionate about creating high-quality products for a diverse range of retailers, from national chains to independent shops across the United States. As we continue to grow, we are seeking talented individuals to join our Product Development team as Senior members within our Retailer-focused division. This role is ideal for creative and detail-oriented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to see their ideas come to life. In this position, you will work closely with our suppliers to meet product requirements, including design specifications, material reviews, packaging requests, and costing. You will act as a liaison between our sales team and suppliers to support retailer-specific programs. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with our sales, design, and production teams to bring innovative products to market while ensuring the profitability of your category through constant review of sales data, material costs, and freight calculations. You will also conduct frequent market comparisons to stay updated on price points, key items, and trends. Effective communication is key in this role, as you will present and meet with our sales teams to ensure they have all the necessary tools to successfully sell your products into their retail channels. The position may require domestic and international travel, including trips to Asia to meet with suppliers and factory teams, as well as travel to Europe for trend inspiration. Occasional domestic travel with sales team members will also be necessary to help achieve custom-tailored products for our valued retail partners.

Responsibilities

  • Work with suppliers to meet product requirements including design specs, material review, packaging requests, and costing.
  • Act as liaison between sales and suppliers to support retailer-specific programs.
  • Collaborate with sales, design, and production teams to bring innovative products to market while maintaining profitability.
  • Conduct frequent market comparisons to maintain up-to-date market knowledge of price points, key items, and trends.
  • Communicate via presentations and meetings with sales teams to ensure they have all necessary tools to sell products into retail channels.
  • Travel domestically and internationally as needed to meet with suppliers and factory teams, and for trend inspiration.

Requirements

  • At least 5+ years of experience in a product development, sourcing, or relevant industry role.
  • Basic MS Excel and PowerPoint skills.
  • Team player with a positive outlook.
  • Organized and self-starter.
  • Passionate about product and committed to owning categories and seeing them through to successful execution.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay, based on experience level
  • Performance-based generous bonuses and raises evaluated annually
  • Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
  • 401k with matching policy
  • Generous vacation policy
  • Open kitchen stocked with snacks and gourmet freshly ground coffee
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