Luxury Product Development & Launch Coordinator

Description About the Company Ardmore Home Design (AHD), founded in 2008, is a privately-owned, fast-paced, entrepreneurial company where we value people with strong skills to make our products and processes better every day. We design, sell and distribute luxury home décor to interior designers as well as boutique/luxury retailers globally. The AHD family of wholesale brands includes Made Goods (flagship furniture made from unique materials); Pigeon & Poodle (home and bath accessories); Blue Pheasant (handcrafted tabletop products) and Thucassi (artisanal candles and fragrances). The Product Development Coordinator plays a key role in driving product development projects from concept through launch. This position is responsible for managing seasonal product collections, coordinating with internal teams and overseas vendors, and ensuring project milestones, product data, samples, and deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and takes ownership of projects to ensure deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment. This individual embraces and supports our in-person/on-site work culture and embodies our company values of Ownership, Collaboration and Respect. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Own and manage assigned seasonal product collections from concept through launch, ensuring all milestones and target launch dates are achieved. Develop, maintain, and drive project timelines while coordinating with internal stakeholders and overseas vendors to keep projects on track. Manage product development samples through ongoing communication and follow-up with overseas vendors. Proactively identify project risks, delays, or obstacles and work with stakeholders to implement solutions. Input and update data into the ERP and/or Excel spreadsheets housing critical product information with accuracy and in a timely manner. Maintain the product database on a regular basis. Generate detailed and accurate product data reports for product development team reference. Prepare, compile, and file product information in an organized manner. Review and identify product data discrepancies (including research and verification) for final resolution with manager. Develop and maintain current knowledge of assigned product collections. Lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts, ensuring timely identification, root-cause analysis, and resolution of product development challenges. Provide excellent customer service to internal departments inquiring about product information. Plan for and complete all product layouts and data sheets to support onsite marketing photoshoots. Perform additional administrative support duties and special projects as assigned. What we can do for you: Play a pivotal role in our company’s transformation and growth Align with a growing company that operates in the luxury market Provide training and career development opportunities Enjoy a high-paced and collaborative work environment Eligible for up to a 6% employer 401(k) contribution following six months of employment Take advantage of paid time off away from work, including scheduled company holidays Participate in competitive benefits and incentivizing programs Team building company sponsored events Employee discount and bi-annual sample sale Requirements Minimum of an Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and related work experience. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive assignments from concept through completion. Strong project coordination and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines. High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with overseas vendors. Self-motivated and proactive with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Critical thinking skills with the ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and adapt to changing priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience maintaining and analyzing product data, technical information, or project documentation preferred. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while meeting multiple deadlines and target launch dates. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; as well as reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work in open environment with fluctuating temperatures and standard lighting.
• Ability to work on computer and mobile phone for multiple hours; with frequent interruptions.
• Required to use stairwells to attend meetings and engage with employees on multiple floors throughout building.

Other Considerations: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the role. Compensation Starting base pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ardmore Home Design, Inc.