Product Development & Design Manager (Furniture)

Yes4All is one of the leading brands for home sporting goods & furniture in the e-commerce market. Founded in 2010, we have strived to be in the top 1% retailers on Amazon US. Based in California with an operation office in HCMC, we have young and talented members with expert knowledge and experience in the e-commerce industry.
We are on an ambitious journey to dominate not only Amazon's sporting goods market but also to enter new e-commerce markets from many regions like Canada, Europe, Japan. Besides, Home sporting goods, Furniture, Outdoor and Gardening are also great opportunities that we desire to occupy and create significant values. With our steady knowledge in E-commerce, Yes4All started to provide end-to-end ecommerce-enabler service in order to help Vietnamese and global manufacturers or struggling sellers bring their products to the US & International markets.
Job Description
1. Product Strategy Development
Develop and implement a comprehensive product strategy aligned with Yes4All's brand identity and market positioning.
Drive innovation by exploring new design concepts, materials, and technologies.
Lead the design and development of Yes4All's collection from concept to production, crafting original yet timeless styles that meet timelines and sales targets.
2. Product Creation and Development
Take charge of the product creation process, from ideation to execution, ensuring that designs align with market needs, trends, and customer preferences.
Identify assortment opportunities based on emerging trends, customer needs and competitive research.
Execute and oversee the creation of technical sketches, specifications, sample comments, and quality control documents that are clear and actionable.
Manage the process in a hands-on way to perfect the frame, pattern, scale, shape, and comfort of the product as much as possible before samples are produced.
3. Market Research and Trend Analysis
Conduct thorough market research to understand customer preferences, market trends, and competitor products.
Utilize insights to inform design decisions and stay ahead of industry trends.
4. Quality Assurance and Standards
Work collaboratively with quality assurance teams to ensure that design concepts translate into high-quality and manufacturable products.
Collaborate with the QA Department to ensure quality control standards are met throughout the product life cycle.
Be an active problem solver by working with the Sales, Logistics, and Customer Experience team to resolve issues that arise regarding product quality.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with the Sourcing to identify new artisan partners and heritage manufacturers; create and maintain strong relationships with all suppliers.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product development, marketing, and manufacturing, to ensure alignment of design concepts with overall business goals.
Present new collections to leadership and internal teams through the lens of merchandising and mission.
6. Team Leadership and Development
Lead and inspire the product design team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence.
Provide strategic direction, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members.
Manage team priorities and align timeliness of deliverables across internal resources and artisan partners.