About the Role:
Assist with trend, market and competitor research to help shape seasonal product range and new product ideas.

Collaborate with the Head of Design to create seasonal briefs, aligning trend forecasting with commercial gap analysis Oversee the end to end product development process, from initial concept through to online launch and in store display Liaise with our 3 party licensees on product specifications, sampling, lead times and minimum order quantities Manage and track product samples, including approvals, testing requirements and the sample sign off process Work closely with the Merchandising, Buying, Quality, Technical and Packaging teams to develop a commercial range and ensure products meet costing, compliance and brand standards. Analyse sales performance to impact trade reactions and inform future range builds and developments Support showroom and sign off set up and internal presentations Seasonal  travel to Leicester for development and sign off meetings  Travel at least once a season within the UK and EU for supplier meetings and trade fairs, with potential for annual Far East travel

About You:
We are looking for a candidate who possesses a genuine passion for homeware, interiors, and design, complemented by a keen eye for emerging trends, materials, and colour palettes. The ideal applicant will bring proven professional experience in product development, specifically within the lighting and homewares sectors, and have a track record of managing products from initial concept through to final launch.

As a proactive problem-solver, you should be capable of rapidly adapting technical specifications and timelines in response to manufacturing or design shifts. We value a collaborative mindset and are seeking someone who can communicate effectively across design and sourcing teams while remaining confident when presenting ranges and category strategies to key stakeholders.

Sponsorship 
Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship for this role will be required to meet the Home Office sponsorship requirements. For further information please see: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

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