Product Development Associate - Commerce, CA Allied Home is a world-leading home textile manufacturing company that is looking for the best and brightest to join our talented team at our Los Angeles headquarters. We pride ourselves on bringing the best to market, being the best place to work, and always improving. We manufacture and sell all soft home bedding, bath, and sleep products for national retailers and direct-to-consumer digital brands. As our business continues to grow, we are seeking a passionate and talented Product Development Associate. Essential Duties and Job Functions * The successful candidate will be a creative and detail-orientated person. * Passionate about the product and creating new innovative products that help people achieve the best night's sleep. * Working in a fast-paced environment will keep you motivated and on your toes! * Watch your ideas become a reality. Thinking outside the box to bring the best to market. * Assessing the market and trends and working with our suppliers to get the job done. * Work well with multiple teams throughout our organization to collect feedback and knowledge. * Work closely with the Sales Team, Business Managers, and overseas factories to research, develop, and source innovative products that drive sales and provide a competitive advantage across all sales channels. * Be a guide in sourcing for our retailers. The Details * Work with our suppliers to meet product requirements, including design specs, material review, and packaging requests. * Act as liaison with internal teams and suppliers to support retailer-specific programs - working directly with our sales, design, and production teams to bring innovative products to market constantly. * Frequent market comp shops to maintain up-to-date market knowledge of price points, key items, and trends. * Communicate via presentations and meetings with our sales teams to ensure they have all the necessary tools to sell your products to their retail channels. Requirements * 2+ years of experience in product development, sourcing, or relevant industry role specializing in textiles (home textiles preferred). * Must have experience working with factories in India and China * Must have experience with product testing companies (eg: CTL) * Must have basic MS Excel and PowerPoint skills. * Must be a team player with a positive outlook. * Must be organized. * Must be a self-starter * Most importantly, must love the product and want to own your categories in Textiles and see them through to successful execution in stores across the world. Work Environment: * In office * 5 days per week, 8 hours a day. * Some travel is required. Physical Demands: * Moderate standing * Light lifting of cartons not exceeding 25 lbs. Benefits: * Vacation Pay * Holiday Pay * Health Insurance * 401k with a matching policy Compensation: * $21.50 - $31.00 hourly, depending on experience. PLEASE APPLY TO BE CONSIDERED Company Description A world leader in the down and feather manufacturing business. The company is a family-run operation with multiple manufacturing facilities worldwide. The company manufactures a variety of different bedding products, including our own proprietary blends of Down, and a line of private label, high-quality, synthetic-filled bedding.
A world leader in the down and feather manufacturing business. The company is a family-run operation with multiple manufacturing facilities worldwide. The company manufactures a variety of different bedding products, including our own proprietary blends of Down, and a line of private label, high-quality, synthetic-filled bedding.