Origami Owl · 1 month ago
Product Development and Merchandising Manager
Gilbert, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expOrigami Owl is a company dedicated to creating meaningful jewelry and gifting experiences. They are seeking a Product Development & Merchandising Manager to lead the product lifecycle from concept to delivery while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful product launches.
E-CommerceFashionRetailWeb Design
Responsibilities
Manage the full product lifecycle—from concept to sampling to final delivery
Partner with design, sourcing, and vendors to develop products that align with Origami Owl’s creative direction, brand DNA, and customer demand
Track and maintain product development timelines, ensuring milestones and seasonal deliverables are met
Lead the seasonal product development calendar and coordinate across teams to meet all critical deadlines
Communicate with factories, manage inbound samples, and oversee product hand-offs for photography, marketing, and merchandising
Drive seasonal assortment planning to ensure the right balance of newness, core, and promotional product across categories
Support buying and pricing strategies that maximize sales, margin, and customer engagement
Analyze sales performance, inventory flow, and customer feedback to inform future buys and product strategy
Develop seasonal and evergreen line architecture that supports both creative direction and business goals
Maintain SKU creation, data accuracy, and system updates for all new and existing products
Conduct ongoing competitive analysis and trend research to identify whitespace opportunities and emerging product directions
Partner with the design team to translate fashion, color, and consumer trends into compelling new jewelry collections
Collaborate on pricing, margin, and promotional strategies that reflect market positioning and profitability goals
Monitor weekly sales and margin performance, identifying risks and opportunities to optimize results
Work with Planning and Allocation to forecast inventory needs, set stock targets, and ensure healthy product flow
Maintain vendor relationships, negotiate costs, and ensure on-time, high-quality production
Prepare reports, business recaps, and insights for leadership to support strategic decisions
Partner with Marketing, E-commerce, and Creative teams to align product stories with seasonal campaigns and launches
Collaborate across departments to ensure cohesive go-to-market plans and flawless execution
Participate in key milestone and strategy meetings, contributing insights from sales, trend, and market data
Support product storytelling and visual merchandising efforts that bring the collection to life both online and in-store
Qualification
Required
2–4 years of experience in product development, merchandising, or buying
Proven experience in assortment planning, seasonal calendar management, competitive analysis, and trend research
Strong Excel and reporting skills
Experience in vendor management, product costing, pricing, and margin planning
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting
Preferred
jewelry, accessories, or fashion preferred
familiarity with PLM, PIM, or inventory management systems preferred
Bachelor's or Associate's degree in business, merchandising, or related field preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid volunteer hours through the Giving Goodness Foundation™
Team discounts on all Origami Owl jewelry and collections
Company
Origami Owl
Origami Owl is a direct sales custom jewelry company .
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Origami Owl has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Christian Weems
CEO + Co-Founder of Origami Owl
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