Product Development Manager

About Ruggable:

Ruggable is a leading direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand based in Los Angeles, California with an extraordinary track record of high, profitable growth. We pride ourselves on having an extremely loyal customer base and a talented team made up of genuinely caring people who take action and deliver results. We are venture-backed and own a patented washable rug design that's disrupting the home décor industry. Our mission is to empower our customers to live vibrantly with beautiful products that don't compromise on function. If you're passionate about consumer products, e-commerce, and high-growth start-ups, keep reading!

Job Summary:

As the Product Development Manager, you will lead the development of our rugs and home textile categories, playing a strategic role in expanding our product offerings while upholding the highest standards of quality, performance, and innovation. You’ll oversee the end-to-end product development lifecycle—from concept through production—managing global vendor relationships and collaborating cross-functionally with design, sourcing, product, and operations teams.

In this role, you’ll manage and mentor a small team of Product Developers, ensuring that development timelines are met, processes are optimized, and communication across internal and external teams is seamless. This is an ideal opportunity for a highly organized and experienced development leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a deep understanding of textile manufacturing processes and global supply chain dynamics.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead product development from concept through production for rugs and home textile categories
• Manage and mentor a team of Product Development Associates, providing clear direction, support, and career development
• Build and manage detailed development calendars and ensure all internal and external stakeholders are aligned on key milestones
• Partner with overseas suppliers to develop innovative yarns, materials, and constructions that meet design and customer needs
• Review and approve technical documentation including sample specs, lab dips, testing results, and pre-production trials
• Own communication with global vendors, ensuring timelines, costs, and quality standards are met
• Conduct factory visits and vendor meetings to ensure development alignment, troubleshoot issues, and maintain strong partnerships
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflow and enhance cross-functional collaboration
• Partner with compliance and QA teams to ensure all products meet regulatory and internal testing standards

What You’ll Need to Have:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Textiles, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in product development, with at least 2 years of experience managing direct reports
• Proven experience working with overseas vendors and textile manufacturing processes
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and grow junior talent
• Excellent project management and cross-functional communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a deadline-driven, high-growth environment
• Willingness to travel internationally to vendor locations
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate global time zones

Preferred:

• Experience with factory development with overseas vendors 
• Deep technical knowledge of textile manufacturing processes (e.g., weaving, tufting, knitting, bonding, finishing)
• Familiarity with testing protocols and standards (ASTM, AATCC, ISO, etc.)
• Proficiency in PLM systems and project management tool

Compensation:

• $130,000 - $155,000 per year base salary
• An annual bonus percentage that varies based on level of role
• Employer matching (up to 3% of base salary) for company sponsored 401K plan

At Ruggable, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Ruggable is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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