Hey, we’re Article. We’re a digital-first furniture brand that’s working to make everyday living better by providing an easy way for people to furnish their space, with beautiful, modern furniture. We are a direct to consumer brand, with a head office in Canada and warehouse locations across the Americas. We also have an office in Ho Chi Minh city that works closely with our vendors and has teams that are focused on Product, Sourcing and Quality. As we continue rapidly growing we’re now on the hunt for talented, enthusiastic team members to join us.
We’re looking for a Product Developer to develop beautiful modern furniture that offers value, quality, and best in class product. You’ll also develop excellent internal cross-functional relationships as well as external vendor partnerships to facilitate the successful execution of Article’s Design Vision.
With a deep understanding of the Article brand, the North American Furniture market, and the Design team needs, you will share best practices and apply your expertise on product development processes, technical manufacturing capabilities, value product engineering, and all prototype reviews.
What You'll Do
Development Framework
Develop original product designs (OEM) to meet Article’s requirements
Communicate (OEM) design briefs and technical drawing packages to the manufacturing partner
Day to day communication with the manufacturers, product design, quality and sourcing teams, and arranging prototypes of new products and reviewing first quotes, monitoring the progress of all new developments
Review prototypes and make recommendations, ensuring that the product meets specifications of design briefs
Work closely with the Product Development and Quality team to ensure Articles product standards are met
Maintain accurate, up-to-date information in project management software and work towards specific launch goals
Continuously conduct product research to gain an understanding of new product innovations and construction advancements
Observe product trends and new offerings through market research, trade shows, and factory visits
Cultivate an understanding of costs associated with raw materials and design detail choices
Cultivate an understanding of Article vendor manufacturing capabilities and proficiencies
Become Article’s in-house expert on product development within a given product category
Report to and execute direction from the Product Development Manager and work within the Product Engine Team
Partnership
Collaborate with cross-functional team members to ensure full transparency and awareness throughout the product commercialization timeline
Course correct projects that fall behind schedule. Create and communicate a plan for these situations that outlines the action plan of the specific project, partnering with the broader Product Design and Product Development teams as required.
Collaborate with the product design, product development, PLM, sourcing and costing teams to ensure the product design is meeting cost objectives along the development timeline, problem solving as required
Align with the Product Design Lead/Product Design Manager/Product Development Manager for all product reviews/selection meetings
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
5+ years of experience as Product Designer, Industrial Designer or Product Developer or related position with 2+ years working directly on furniture products
Strong design and market sense with the creative ability to understand Article’s design aesthetic and recognize products that fit our brand
A deep passion for furniture design, modern furniture, décor, and interior design
A clear understanding of critical path or Go-To-Market methodology with the ability to support workflow and achieve deliverables
Familiar with key Design tools; Adobe Illustrator, Fusion, Solidworks, Inventor or similar design software
Critical problem solving skills
Forward facing mind-set
Trust-building – you have the ability to build and maintain the trust of your cross-functional partners by communicating change clearly and timely with foresight into how a change may impact them
Relationship Building – you have a proactive positive approach in building and maintaining relationships with your cross-functional partners as well as the ability to influence effectively within a team-based work environment
Problem Solving – you are skilled at partnering with your cross-functional peers to a level that enables you to discuss problems and issues openly, bringing them to the surface earlier
Follow-through – you start initiatives/projects that you can see through to the end, despite the difficulty level. You track progress and performance and know how to report out to key stakeholders.
Benefits
We want Article to be an amazing place to work, and we do our part to take care of our team. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide:
The tools you need to get your job done well! We supply state-of-the-art laptops and monitors, keyboards, laser printing, wireless mouses, and the software you need to succeed.
Access to a benefits package with all the bells and whistles
Discounts on our products, plus free upgraded delivery so you can style your home how you like it
Regular extra-curricular activities, such as socials, open-mics, picnics...We’re open to suggestions for fun new activities so bring a few ideas along.
Ready to become a Particle? Apply today. We're excited to meet you.
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Article is the easiest way to create a beautiful modern space.
Article started from a desire to improve efficiency and make furniture less expensive for everyone. In 2014 we had 4 employees; now we have over 1200 and have been growing rapidly.
Our office and warehouse space has grown from under 15,000 sq ft to over 1,200,000 sq ft, and our yearly revenue has grown to match.
Our head office is based in Vancouver, Canada, an office in Ho Chi Minh City, and warehouses in Seattle, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Jacksonville, Austin, Dallas, Portland, Houston, Chicago, Nashville, Denver, Baltimore, Toronto, Boston, and New Jersey.
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