CGI Product Project Manager

CGI Product Project Manager

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people's homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is nearly 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

The CGI Product Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the quality and accuracy of 3D models of products across various categories. This role involves meticulous review of 3D assets, ensuring their fidelity to physical samples, and coordinating with various teams to gather the reference materials integral to the accurate creation of these digital twins. This individual possesses a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and a solid understanding of 3D workflows and project management principles.

This is an on-site position (Monday through Thursday) based out of our Northbrook, IL office with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.

A Day in the Life of a CGI Product Project Manager...

• Accountable for the review and assessment of 3D models relevant to products across categories
• Manage routine feedback rounds relying on product knowledge, CADs, reference imagery, and swatches to provide precise direction to 3D modeling vendors
• Establish familiarity with physical samples and their key design elements in order to accurately assess digital twin accuracy
• Collaborate with CGI Producer to maintain an efficient workflow and a consistent review strategy
• Drive the gathering and delivery of supporting reference material for 3D workflow in time for Final Sample milestone: swatches, CADs, reference imagery
• Coordinate the tracking and receipt of fabric and material swatches from sourcing, overseas teams, and various mills
• Organize the delivery of reference imagery post photo shoot
• Ensure the on time delivery of all necessary materials' track and follow up on any missing items or late adds; anticipate supporting reference needs for any off cadence requests
• Monitor imagery DAM to flag any product accuracy issues and review any necessary corrections as needed, tracking through until resolution.

What you'll bring to the table...

• Strong time management, including a solid understanding of development milestones, calendars, tracking progress and due dates
• Strong attention to detail, with a sharp eye for color comparison, proportion, and dimensional accuracy
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve results
• Strong written and oral communication
• Understanding of product lifecycle
• Familiarity with CGI model production

We'd love to hear from you if you have...

• 5 years experience with industry knowledge of product design and 3D workflows
• Experience approving CGI models and photography
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Excel and project management tools
• Proficiency in reading and understanding CADs and schematics

Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate and Barrel and CB2, will be referred to as "the Company". The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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State / City Compliance: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.