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.