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Senior Leader, Product Development

RH, Corte Madera, California, United States, 94925

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Overview At RH we believe deeply that the "right" people are our greatest asset. We value people with high energy, who possess the ability to energize others. People who are smart, creative and have a point of view. People who see the answer in every problem, versus those who see the problem in every answer. People who are driven, determined and won't take "no" for an answer. We value team players, people who are more concerned with what's right, rather than who's right.

About the Role We are currently searching for a Sr. Manager for Product Development within our Upholstery division.

Qualifications

Exemplary Professional with demonstrated track record in product development

Ability to have contributed to and executed a Point of View

Understanding of RH brand identity and market position

Sense of ownership, strong follow-through, ability to execute within deadline

Flexible: willing and able to cross over department boundaries to execute common goals

Concept, develop and execute merchandise concepts in accordance with RH merchandising vision and brand strategy

Research PD categories and general market. Internet, publications, trade shows, manufacturers? catalogs, shop visits, etc.

Product Management Responsibilities

Manage product development process in assigned categories from concept through final sample approval

Create and maintain PD Status Spreadsheet and Project Binder for each season

Ensure each project's adherence to RH Master Calendar deadlines

Work with VP, merchant, RH Sourcing, and agent to identify manufacturer for each project. Multiple-source as appropriate.

Submit outgoing PD projects to VP, merchant, and DMM for approval

Ensure RH standards are communicated and met in developing product

Communicate in a consistent and timely manner all progress and issues that arise in development to the PD team and appropriate merchants

Monitor approval process to insure quick turnaround.

Administration Responsibilities

Meet weekly with VP regarding issues in assigned area. Submit written report in weeks when meeting is not possible

Contract freelance design services with approval of VP. Manage freelance relationships in accordance with RH policy. Confirm billed hours and submit invoices

Maintain clear and complete development archives

Schedule and conduct weekly meeting with merchants in assigned PD areas to communicate progress on projects

Plan, track, and reconcile budget categories. Maintain accurate records of expenditures and submit in a timely manner

Enforce in-house copyright protection and report legal concerns to VP

Product Development Responsibilities

Work with VP to develop initial seasonal concepts

PD Preseason Brainstorm Meeting: present tear sheets, preliminary ideas

PD/Design Concept Focus Meeting: Establish key ideas

Prepare and present product ideas to larger RH group at Seasonal Strategy Meetings

Work with VP and merchants to create PD Needs List for season based upon agreed-upon key concepts.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Product Management and Marketing

Industries: Design Services

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