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Product Development Assistant

Things Remembered
Things Remembered Salary
Willowbrook, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

The Product Development Assistant is responsible for supporting the Things Remembered team throughout the product lifecycle. This person will focus on new product setup, sample coordination and tracking. This position plays a key role in new product development, contributing to achieving the financial targets and strategic objectives of our business.

Responsibilities :

  • Assist in tracking and coordination of approval samples, support Buyer in reviewing samples for product accuracy; communicating revisions accordingly with overseas supplier
  • Assist in routing and tracking of Forms and Samples to all production departments, including inspections and Quality Control
  • Coordinate and organize new product inquiries for quotes, inventory level status and samples
  • Document and maintain master list of new products for status
  • Research competitors based on seasons and holidays, and order competitive samples, as needed
  • Create internal projects for each product to provide accurate personalization information to the design team
  • Analyze personalization being used by customers to optimize future products
  • Review and analyze product performance regularly sharing with team to continuously improve the overall assortment and offering

Requirements :

  • Strong computer skills Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and website experience
  • Must possess an extreme attention to detail, and have excellent communication skills
  • Must be able to manage multiple projects under tight deadline
  • Highly organized with ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Interest in the gifting market, specifically products for home, jewelry, accessories and more
  • Knowledge of retail business and market is a plus
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelors Degree in Fashion / Product Design & Development, Merchandising, or Business desired or will consider equivalent work experience
  • 1-2 years of merchandising, buying, or product development experience. Experience in retail industry a plus
  • Can report to Burr Ridge, IL office at least 4 days a week
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