Softgoods Product Development Manager

Why join us?

For nearly four decades, Holly Hunt has been the defining voice in modern luxury interiors. We offer exquisite furnishings, an unparalleled showroom experience, and unwavering service to the residential and commercial design trade. During that time, we've stayed true to our passions, values, and deep beliefs-that well-designed spaces enrich one's life experience, that quality of materials and craftsmanship can never be compromised, and that supporting our clients with the tools and resources to create beautiful environments is the ultimate reward.

Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

POSITION PROFILE
As the Softgoods Product Development Manager, you'll be the bridge between creative vision and real-world product. You'll collaborate closely with our Product Development Director and Executive Creative Director to shape the future of our collections-sourcing innovative materials, developing new products, and managing timelines from concept to launch. This role is a mix of creative exploration and project management precision. You'll work with mills and vendors around the world, scout new partners, and ensure every product aligns with the HOLLY HUNT brand

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Provide innovative solutions and creative insights for product design to fit within the HOLLY HUNT soft goods brands, while adhering to the creative direction provided by the SVP/Executive Creative Director.
• Manage new product development through the entire launch process, including managing all launch deliveries and inspections as well as meeting agreed upon milestones and adhering to financial targets.
• Research market trends and innovative materials that align with company image, market demands and trend analysis.
• Help to prepare for and attend all development meetings with Exec Creative Director as well as weekly meetings with internal stakeholders.
• Assist with preparation of inspiration boards for Softgoods, including color trend analysis and design research.
• Collaborate with Merchandising to ensure the creative spirit of new launches is clearly communicated and carried through all sales assets including showroom displays, road kits and launch mailers and training materials.
• With Development Director, assist with all launch photo shoots by providing styling and design direction; tracking fabrication of assets and monitoring deliveries.
• In collaboration with Softgoods Product Development Director, lead the formation of new relationships with vendors via regular travel, both domestically and internationally.

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
• 3-5 years' experience in Softgoods design and development required
• Understanding of textile weaving and fabric construction a plus
• Knowledge of wallpaper construction and design a plus
• Must be comfortable with both design and project management
• Strong knowledge of high- end luxury product and client buying experience preferred
• Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook knowledge preferred
• Must be comfortable with multi-tasking, meeting deadlines and working in a fast-paced environment
• International product sourcing experience (preferred).
• Ability to travel up to 20%
• Outstanding organization and communication skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with proven ability to communicate with all levels in an organization

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Holly Hunt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at click to view [email protected] .