Product Development Manager (India)

58 minutes ago
Contract
Mid Level
Product Management
Swoon

Swoon

Swoon Editions is a London-based online furniture brand established in 2012. They offer beautifully handcrafted furniture at fair prices by launching limited edition designs daily. With a focus on distinctive design and affordability, Swoon aims to mak...

Specialty Retail
51-250
Founded 2012
$8M raised

Description

  • Translate CAD designs into physical products by working with factory technicians to iterate and refine prototypes.
  • Lead feasibility reviews to ensure designs are structurally sound and suitable for international transit.
  • Manage the full sample approval cycle, including gold seal sample sign-off for photography and production.
  • Oversee product safety and quality checks, including mandatory safety and drop tests.
  • Act as the technical lead on the factory floor, identifying construction risks and enforcing Swoon specifications.
  • Partner with local QC teams to review development samples against CAD specifications.
  • Review QC reports and analyze bulk production defects against the approved gold seal sample.
  • Own product data collection and populate the Product Information Management (PIM) system with verified SKU information.
  • Maintain accurate development trackers and supplier grids, and align PIM/BCP data with production timelines.
  • Serve as the main contact for the UK PD team, providing weekly progress updates, risks, and roadblocks.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in furniture development.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and construction techniques.
  • Ability to interpret and critique CAD designs and suggest production-ready solutions.
  • Excellent knowledge of Google Sheets.
  • Highly disciplined with product data management and PIM system ownership.
  • Ability to communicate complex production issues clearly to UK teams and suppliers.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving risks early.
  • Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with factory leadership and suppliers.
  • Frequent travel to suppliers across India, including Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Ratangarh, is required.
  • Consultancy agreement engagement.
  • Preferred: experience working across design, manufacturing, and quality control workflows.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead product development for a fast-paced, design-led, data-driven brand.
  • Creative autonomy to shape the transition from digital designs to finished furniture.
  • Collaborative environment where technical expertise directly influences the core product range.
  • Independence to manage your own workflow and site visits across your region.
  • Close contact with central UK teams while working as a consultant.

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