Product Development Coordinator

Arhaus•Hudson, OH

About The Position

The Product Development Coordinator reports to a Product Developer and is tasked with assisting with all data points throughout the product development process for assigned categories. The Product Development Coordinator will be working cross functionally with management, store operations, marketing, planning, sourcing, and merchandising. This individual will also be responsible for gathering and proofing sample and production information, managing sample shipments and ensuring proper handoff of product information and materials between departments.

Requirements

Hold oneself accountable for meeting commitments and achieving objectives
Proactively elevate challenges to seek partnership with leader to resolve
Support the team by creating an efficient and productive work flow between ideation and administration
Seek and engage to learn about customer preferences and trends
Ability to learn quickly and to retain information. Must be analytical and be able to comprehend how multiple systems interact.
High sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Detail Oriented
Strong analytical skills
Productivity and prioritization skills a must
Bachelor’s Degree
Excellent communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – emphasis on Excel & Outlook
Excellent Time Management skills

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in retail inventory software is a plus
Customer Service or prior retail experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage to compile information for sample assortment seasonally from start to finish
Manage Category/ Division Inbox with timely response
Sample Purchase Order management followed by management of Sample Trackers for the assigned category monitoring each sample from a vendor to Arhaus warehouse.
Work closely with the web team to ensure that product is launched in a timely manner and is accurately represented on the Arhaus website.
Assist in proofing product information for catalog and web copy
Manage the transfer of new product samples to sample room, photo studio, and catalog photoshoots
Manage all material references shipped to vendors, and maintain finish/material libraries.
Work closely with Associate Product Developer, Product Developer and CMO for direction on a new product that addresses market and internal assortment needs.
Assist in the building and maintenance of vendor relationships to accomplish goals
Partner with Buyers on special projects as needed. Competitor Recaps, Assortment Board Creation, etc.