Job Description
Most people don't realize that one of the most creative studios in the gift industry is headquartered in Leawood, Kansas. We're DEMDACO. We work with inspiring artists from all over the world and hire forward-thinking creatives who share our love for product and the feelings they can elicit. We're not in the business of making "stuff." We're driven by conducting business the way it ought to be; seeing things a little differently; and having fun while starting affirming conversations with consumers. Our work environment is collaborative, casual, stimulating, and yes, we have a good time.

Our community of artists and creative partners also share our passion for making a positive impact in local communities. DEMDACO employees are encouraged to follow their passion for putting engaging product out into the world, while also supporting philanthropic and volunteer opportunities that make the world a better place.

This is an exciting time to join DEMDACO. Recent milestones in its 20 year history include initiatives to sell directly to consumers, rolling out a refreshed product aesthetic and continued financial growth. The DEMDACO brand seeks new product development innovators to participate in this high-energy momentum as we quickly expand our creations beyond the over 15,000 rooftops that currently carry our products.

DEMDACO's vision clearly states that "every product creates a conversation," and if you share our mission to lift the spirit by thinking of giftable product as a meaningful means to make someone's day a little bit better, then we'd like to start a conversation with you. We've developed a uniquely creative culture that values new thinking and fresh storytelling and we are looking to add a Product Coordinator to our team.
We have an immediate need for a Product Coordinator to join our team!
In order to be considered a candidate for this position, you must submit your resume/application and complete the Culture Index Survey below:
https://www.cultureindex.com/c/9671A7
The Product Coordinator will assist all brands and is the link between development and the rest of the organization. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage several different ongoing tasks at one time
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Mathematic proficiency is required
• College degree not required, but preferred
• Proficient at Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: (additional duties may be assigned). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Product Coordinator tracks all elements involved with the product development process - from line creation, sample approvals, data entry, product marketing, and office management. These elements include but are not limited to:

• Assist in overall product development workflow.
• Manage and update Centric data and product development requirements: set up/delete items, set up new lines, fill out and upload cover sheets, add product details (measurements, care instructions, copyright, photos, etc.), enter quotes from outside buying agents, enter packaging collateral, etc.
• Manage the Go-To-Market calendar/timeline and handoffs.
• Facilitate Buy process by managing communication flow and setting up products.
• Facilitate in catalog proofing for all brands.
• Enter HTS codes for all new items.
• Load SKUs & Quotes to Centric.
• International and Domestic shipping & receiving for Product Development - all duties included - packing, shipping, tracking and notification to PD team.
• Organize, send, and track product/packaging approval samples and photography samples.
• Communicate with artists on add/drop lists, sample approvals.
• Periodically run reports, Marketplace Comparison Charts and power point presentations.
• Clerical duties: Prepare for guest visits and meetings, maintain general product planning room organization.
• Set-up New Manufacturer Registration.
• Complete other miscellaneous tasks as needed.

Experience and Skills
Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee would encounter while working in an office environment; Dynamic, rapidly growing business with evolving roles and responsibilities, high energy, fast paced environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands:
Lifting, packing and unpacking of materials are necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear; stand; walk; stoop and kneel.
Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plan
• 401(k) with company match
• Time off includes PTO and 5 "Lift the Spirit" Days designed to assist with volunteer efforts and helping others
• Annual Community Giving Day
• Complimentary on-site fitness center
• Generous product discounts
• Casual work atmosphere
• Potential for annual bonus based on company performance
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability