Vietnam Job Openings
Mercana
Product Developer - Vietnam
October 17, 2024
Mercana is one of North America’s leading home furnishings wholesalers, with interior designers and retail partners around the globe. As a “design-first” company, we produce unique pieces for the home each season, including wall art, furniture, lighting, and home decor accessories.
Summary
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Collaborate with the design team to create innovative furniture designs aligned with market trends, customer preferences, and brand identity.
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Translate design concepts into detailed technical drawings and specifications.
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Maintain accurate documentation of each design feature, technical specifications, revisions, support material and project timelines.
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Prototype development: Work with manufacturers to develop prototypes, ensuring the design integrity is maintained.
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Identify and source materials, fabrics, and finishes that meet design and quality standards.
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Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and manufacturers.
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Ensure materials are cost-effective, durable, and compliant with regulatory standards.
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Manage the entire product development cycle from concept to final production, ensuring products are launched on schedule.
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Coordinate with internal departments such as design, marketing, visual merchandising, sales, and logistics to ensure smooth product rollouts.
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Monitor timelines and address any production delays or quality issues.
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Ensure that products meet the company’s quality standards and comply with North American regulatory standards.
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Oversee testing of products for durability, safety, and functionality.
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Review and assess feedback on products, identifying areas for improvement in future product iterations.
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Work on optimizing production processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance quality.
- Time to Market (TTM): Measure the speed from product concept to launch, aiming to shorten development time while maintaining quality.
- Product Launch Success Rate: Track the percentage of successful product launches to ensure market demand is met and failures are minimized.
- Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) Optimization: Focus on reducing production costs without compromising quality to increase profitability.
- Supplier and Vendor Performance: Evaluate suppliers based on delivery, quality, and cost to ensure efficient and reliable sourcing.
- Prototype Success Rate: Measure the percentage of prototypes that move to production with minimal changes to streamline development.
- Quality Control & Product Defects: Monitor product defects to ensure quality, minimize returns, and protect the brand’s reputation.
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field.
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Experience:
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Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in product development, preferably in the furniture industry.
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Experience working with furniture manufacturing is highly preferred.
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Skills:
- Strong understanding of furniture design and production processes, including knowledge of materials, finishes, and construction methods.
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong negotiation skills and experience working with suppliers and manufacturers.
- Proficiency in CAD software, 3D modelling tools, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Vietnamese (preferred).
- Familiarity with quality control standards and regulations.
- Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with a remote team.
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Location: Based in Ho Chi Minh City with frequent travel to manufacturing sites.
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Travel: Occasional travel to other regions of Vietnam and to India for meetings with factories.
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