Vice President of Product Development
RGI home is the leader in creating fast-to-market high-design products for the home which are sold through our national retailer partners. We have a vast and ever-evolving product offering in the organizational, storage and decorative design categories. A pioneer in this industry, we have created a long-standing global business built upon innovation, and we continue to grow quickly. Our reach extends across the country in the domestic retail landscape and we have a multi-faceted presence in several countries. RGI home is committed to contributing to both the marketplace and the community at large through advancements in product design, manufacturing, social responsibility and philanthropy. We are offering the opportunity to join our executive team as VP of Product Development.
As the VP of Product Development, you will play a visible, active role in shaping and executing our strategic and creative vision. Utilizing your inspired, entrepreneurial and tactical skills, you will work directly with our global partners to build a dynamic portfolio of products and programs, and with our sourcing teams to develop new category and material opportunities. You will oversee the design and development process and manage production timelines. With an enterprising spirit, you will help lead, mentor and coach our design and product teams, domestic and overseas, in support of our strategic short and long-term goals. As a manager, you will foster a culture of responsibility, ownership, enthusiasm and proficiency. You will interface with our retail partners for key product presentations. Harnessing your analytic adeptness, you will initiate strategies for identifying white spaces in our product categories, innovation and new markets.
This is a central role in our company as you will be managing many of our most vital business operations and working directly with our CEO. As such, you will have the opportunity to design an illustrious career.
This position is based in Lake Success NY, some domestic and international travel required.
We are seeking a candidate with the following:
- Extensive product experience in home, imports and entrepreneurships (fast to market a plus)
- Impeccable understanding of the product design and development process and history of managing products from inception to introduction
- Proven knowledge of market research and quantitative and data analysis
- Strong understanding of trend forecasting
- Dynamic communication skills
- Experience with client relations and presentations
- Leadership and motivational aptitude
- Exemplary judgement, instinct and decision-making skills
- Adaptability skills
- 10 years of related experience
Requirements Please note it is mandatory to submit a cover letter with the resume.
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