Product Portfolio Associate

About Schumacher 

Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the $150 billion-dollar global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our customers “celebrate the feeling of home”. Schumacher designs and produces some of the most beautiful fabrics, wallcoverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world. Our portfolio of products is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for what’s come before, a drive to make our products with enormous care and attention for detail. Schumacher is a globally recognized company with a myriad of showrooms both domestically and internationally.

 Our competitive advantage in the industry is the people. We believe that our employees are our most important assets. F. Schumacher & Co is deeply anchored in our company core values which are as follows: 

• Preserve Our Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Take Ownership & Accountability
• Be Solutions-Oriented
• Demonstrate Courage
• Practice Adaptability
• Embrace Collaboration 

We empower our employees to live these values daily because we understand how it will positively impact the customer's journey. F. Schumacher & Co., also known as FSCO, is the parent company to many brands within our portfolio. This role is part of Schumacher North America, which is the largest division of the company. 

Role Overview 

Portfolio Development Intern 

About the Role 

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Product Portfolio Associate to support our sourcing and development team. This role is focused on identifying new product opportunities, collaborating with mills and vendors, and ensuring smooth execution from initial development through launch. It’s a great fit for someone with a background in product development, fashion, textiles, or merchandising who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to help shape our Perfect Basics portfolio offerings.

Key Responsibilities 

    • Attend vendor meetings to identify new qualities, evaluate competitive offerings, and recommend opportunities for expansion within Perfect Basics.
    • Conduct market and program analysis to identify white space and ensure the category remains competitive.
    • Work closely with mills to understand their capabilities in order to develop forward-thinking products.
    • Track and manage incoming samples, ensuring all product information, swatches, and pricing are accurately documented.
    • Partner with mills to secure competitive costs, confirm technical details, and maintain timely sample delivery.
    • Assemble collection boards and support internal presentations for collection reviews.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all new products are set up accurately in systems and launched on time.
    • Maintain organized records of materials, samples, and product information to ensure visibility across the team.

Qualifications 

    • Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Fashion Design, Textiles, Merchandising, or a related field.
    • Experience in product development or sourcing preferred (internship experience considered).
    • Strong analytical skills and ability to identify product opportunities within a portfolio.
    • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets; Smartsheets experience a plus.
    • Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset when working with cross-functional partners and vendors.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience managing development across a core product category.
• Exposure to vendor negotiations, product analysis, and category growth strategy.
• An inside look at how programs are built, maintained, and evolved.
• Opportunity to contribute to the future of Perfect Basics by shaping product that resonates with both design and market needs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equality in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.