Product Developer & Production Manager - Dusen Dusen (Brooklyn, NYC)
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are hiring a product developer/ production manager to join our team at Dusen Dusen. Our studio is based in Brooklyn, NY (4 days in office/1 day remote schedule). Looking for a self-starter with excellent communication skills that can show a history of creative problem solving and stewardship. We are a small studio, so candidates must be willing to handle new tasks as they come up.
Responsibilities:
Bringing products to life from conception through production
Autonomously manage vendor relationships and own daily communication during development
Communicate and troubleshoot with manufacturers to get closest to design intent
Source manufacturing partners for new products (both soft and hard goods)
Creating accurate and comprehensive tech packs for new products
Maintaining master cost sheet including all steps of production, collateral and delivery; negotiate with vendors to meet targets; communicate cost updates to Wholesale/Merchandising counterparts throughout development
Creative problem-solving for issues that arise during development or production
Maintaining a seasonal product calendar with the team to ensure deadlines are met for samples and timely arrival of goods. Actively communicating and tracking milestones with vendor and communicate delays or other issues to rest of team
Schedule freight shipping for POs and track freight costs for shipments, negotiate when necessary
Responsible for organizing materials library (all swatches, color cards and supplier materials)
Benefits:
Health Insurance through Oxford
401K eligible with match starting at 1 year after start date
Flexible vacation days
Summer Fridays
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications:
2-3 years experience in product development and production. Ideally with experience in textiles or home goods
Experience working and collaborating closely with designers
Inquisitive, passionate about design, and generally fun person to work with
Must know Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Excel
3D rendering knowledge a plus
Please send resume, portfolio and why you would be a good fit for this role to jobs@dusendusen.com
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Dusen Dusen is a Brooklyn-based textile and home goods line that includes bedding, towels, pillows, towels and more. Founded in 2010 originally as a womenswear label, Dusen Dusen develops seasonal collections inspired by fine art, commercial and naïve design, as well as the brain's reaction to color, movement, and contrast. In 2015, the brand expanded with the launch of Dusen Dusen Home. Known for its bold and original prints, Dusen Dusen has collaborated with a wide range of celebrated international brands including Uniqlo, Keds, and Design Within Reach, to name a few.
