Product Development Coordinator at Matteo LLC in Los Angeles, CA

The Design Department at MATTEO is looking for a creative candidate with a background in product or design who is in the process of building their skill sets and establishing their career. This candidate is someone who wants to develop themselves laterally across the different facets of the design and development process— from working with mood boards to being a liaison to the vendors. This candidate wants to nurture a project and see it to fruition.

As a company, MATTEO is constantly learning and improving, never passive, and dedicated to the art of creating a product. This candidate will look at the history of MATTEO to help find its future.

Essential Attributes

• Understanding and appreciation of Matteo aesthetic
• Adobe proficiency: Photoshop, Illustrator
• Microsoft Office proficiency: Excel
• Knowledge of sewn products / textile
• Passion for home products
• Hands-on and energetic

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Work closely with Design team to help articulate and execute projects
• Produces and updates product specifications and tech packs in all categories: bed, bath, table and apparel
• Builds and maintains mood boards for print and product development updates
• Assists in design and creation of new products
• Assists in research of trends, techniques, and materials
• Works closely with our Production Department and in-house factory to communicate design vision from concept to finished product
• Acts as liaison between the Design team and the Production team
• Reviews samples with the Design team and Production team for construction, fabric, and aesthetic execution
• Analyzes all Fabric/Trim necessary to produce sample and advises Purchasing Coordinator
• Helps to cost final product
• Coordinates sample production to ensure samples are ordered and shipped in accordance with calendar needs, including Pre-production (PP) samples and Top of Production (TOP) samples
• Maintains consistent and thorough records of samples, lab dips and fabrics

Experience and Skills

• Project management experience
• Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office proficiency
• Vendor experience
• Apparel / textile experience (understanding of garment construction and associated specifications)
• Prior experience in Product Development is a plus.
• Extreme attention to detail and maintaining accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills and an obsession with efficiency.

Benefits

Competitive Salary, Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits upon completion of introductory period, and Company Bonus Program.

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