Job Description

Job Title: Head of Product Development - Home Textiles

Position Overview:

The Head of Product Development for Home Textiles is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving the innovation, design, and execution of the company's home textile product portfolio. This position oversees the entire product development lifecycle, from conceptualization to commercialization, ensuring alignment with market trends, customer preferences, and brand vision. The role involves managing the product and visual merchandising teams, developing new and innovative products, and fostering creativity in design, color, and fabric development while maintaining strict adherence to timelines and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy:

Lead and inspire the product development and visual merchandising teams to achieve innovative, customer-centric product offerings. Develop and implement a comprehensive product development strategy aligned with company goals and market insights. Foster a culture of creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement within the team.

Product Development & Innovation:

Oversee the conceptualization, design, and development of new home textile products such as bedding, curtains, upholstery fabrics, towels, and decorative accessories. Initiate and champion new design ideas, exploring textures, patterns, and functional innovations. Develop and incorporate trends into product offerings, including modern motifs, seasonal themes, and cultural aesthetics. Lead color development initiatives, ensuring a diverse and on-trend color palette that aligns with consumer preferences and market forecasts. Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

Trend Forecasting & Customer Alignment:

Conduct ongoing trend research and analysis, participating in industry trade shows, trend forums, and customer feedback sessions. Develop mood boards, visual concepts, and inspiration sheets that reflect current and forecasted market demands. Ensure product designs and visual merchandising strategies align with customer lifestyle and brand positioning.

Visual Merchandising & Presentation:

Oversee the visual presentation of product collections, including displays, packaging, and marketing visuals. Partner with the marketing and sales teams to develop compelling visual narratives that highlight product features and benefits.

Project Management & Timelines:

Define clear product development timelines and delivery schedules. Coordinate cross-functional teams (design, sourcing, production, marketing) to ensure timely execution of product launches. Monitor progress and manage any deviations to ensure on-time delivery within budget.

Vendor & Supplier Collaboration:

Build and maintain relationships with fabric mills, print houses, and manufacturing partners. Negotiate terms and ensure vendors meet quality, sustainability, and innovation standards.

Budget & Resource Management:

Manage the product development budget, optimizing resource allocation. Identify opportunities for cost savings while maintaining high-quality standards.

Compliance & Sustainability:

Ensure all product developments adhere to safety, environmental, and ethical standards. Incorporate sustainable practices and eco-friendly materials into product offerings where possible.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Textile Design, Fashion Design, Product Design, or related fields. Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in home textiles or related consumer product industries. Proven track record of leading product development teams and managing large-scale projects. Strong knowledge of textile fibers, fabrics, and manufacturing processes. Expertise in trend forecasting, color formulation, and graphic design. Excellent visual, conceptual, and analytical skills. Ability to translate consumer insights into innovative product designs. Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in design software (Adobe Creative Suite, CAD, etc.) is preferred.

Reporting Line:

This role reports to the Chief Merchandising Officer or the Director of Product Innovation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?50,000.00 - ?125,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Leave encashment Life insurance Provident Fund
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:

Performance bonus Yearly bonus
Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 02/07/2025