Product Developer, Contract Projects - Soho Home, 12 Month FTC

Description du poste:

The Role…
As a Product Developer for Soho Home's Hospitality projects, you will be responsible for bringing commercially viable, design-led products to life-from initial concept through to production. Working closely with Design, Product Development, and Technical teams, you will ensure all products are developed to meet quality, cost, and timeline expectations.
*This role is a 12-Month fixed term contract*

Key responsibilities…
Product & Technical
* Own the end-to-end development of cross-category products from concept through to production
* Translate design briefs into detailed product specifications, ensuring feasibility and consistency
* Manage the development critical path, ensuring key milestones are met
* Lead on construction and material specifications (frames, fillings, fabrics, finishes)
* Work closely with suppliers to refine prototypes, ensuring quality and cost targets are achieved
* Troubleshoot development issues, proposing solutions without compromising design integrity
* Work with QA teams on testing protocols and approvals
* Maintain accurate technical documentation and product data
Supplier Management
* Partner with global suppliers to develop and engineer products to required standards
* Conduct regular reviews on prototypes, samples, and production readiness
* Maintain strong supplier relationships to drive innovation and continuous improvement
Commercial Awareness
* Ensure products are developed within target cost prices and margin expectations
* Understand client needs inform product decisions
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Work closely with Design and Interior Design teams to maintain creative intent throughout development
* Partner with Merchandising, Procurement, and Logistics teams to ensure on-time delivery
Skills & Experience Required..
* Proven experience in homeware product development, specifically Furniture, Upholstery, and/or Lighting
* Strong technical understanding of construction, materials, and manufacturing processes
* Experience working with overseas suppliers
* Commercially aware, with the ability to balance cost, quality, and design
* Excellent project management and organisational skills
* Confident communicator, able to influence cross-functional teams and suppliers
* Detail-oriented with a problem-solving mindset
Desirable but not essential
* Experience working in an in-house design-led brand
* Knowledge of testing and compliance standards (e.g. fire regulations, durability)

Benefits…
Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you're seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to grow your career.
* Soho Friends Membership
* 50% off Food & Drink, 7 days a week
* Staff Room Rates
* Private Health and Dental Care
* Weekly Pay
* Life Assurance
* Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home
* In Office Dog Policy on Fridays
* Season Ticket Loan
* Christmas Office Closure
* In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.
* Free Counselling Sessions
* Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & House Tonic programmes offer unique food and drink trainings, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.
* Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally
* Exclusive access to our benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, insurance and much more
* Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to