Product Development Coordinator

American Leather Operations LLC•Conover, NC

About The Position

The Product Development Coordinator supports the Product Development (PD) team by managing detailed product specifications, Bills of Materials (BOMs), costing inputs, and sample construction. This includes working closely with PD Managers, developers, and vendors to order and track materials for all new development pieces. The Coordinator also develops and maintains organizational methods to track progress on new developments, including checklists and process tracking tools. This role ensures accuracy, consistency, and effective workflow from concept through production by maintaining technical documentation and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Proficiency in AS400 style setup and maintenance.
Proficiency in measuring and technical specifications.
Experience of creating BOMs, cost cards, and product documentation
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple styles and priorities simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of furniture upholstery manufacturing processes required.
Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Solid Works is preferred.
Knowledge of Purchasing functions is preferred.
Effective communication skills and interactive capabilities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with daily interruptions.
Ability to work on multiple and varied tasks at the same time, sometimes with conflicting deadlines.
Able and willing to continue skill development, as well as cross train others.
A natural self-starter who follows the tasks to completion.
Knowledge of sewing and upholstery sample construction is helpful.

Responsibilities

Organize, coordinate and track PD processes and functions with PD Managers.
Create, maintain, and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) for all Product Development styles.
Perform style setup and maintenance in AS400, ensuring accurate product data, materials, and configurations.
Measure and weigh styles accurately to support design, costing, and production requirements.
Develop detailed product specifications, including dimensions, materials, construction details, and finishes.
Prepare and maintain cost cards, ensuring accurate material usage, labor assumptions, and component details.
Ensure all specifications and BOM data align with approved samples and production standards.
Communicate clearly with Product Development, engineering, and manufacturing teams to resolve discrepancies.
Maintain organized records of samples, specifications, measurements, and costing documentation.
All other duties as assigned