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Ring Concierge · 5 hours ago

Director, Product Development

positionNew York, New York, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive
money$160K/yr - $175K/yr
date8+ years exp

Ringconcierge is seeking an experienced, design-driven Director of Product Development to lead the end-to-end creation of their jewelry collections. This role involves overseeing the product development lifecycle, managing vendor relationships, and shaping the product roadmap to ensure quality and market resonance.

E-CommerceJewelryRetailWomen's

Responsibilities

Own the full product development lifecycle from concept and design through sampling, production, and launch
In partnership with the Merchandising team, translate brand vision, customer insights, and market trends into commercially successful collections
Build and manage seasonal product calendars, milestones, and launch timelines
Partner closely with vendors to evolve silhouettes, materials, and construction techniques while maintaining brand DNA
Stay ahead of jewelry trends, materials, and innovations, identifying opportunities to differentiate the assortment
Lead relationships with domestic and international vendors, manufacturers, and suppliers; identify new partners and build out vendor matrix in accordance with the needs of the business
Oversee sampling, prototyping, cost negotiations, and production readiness
Ensure ethical sourcing, quality standards, and compliance across all partners
Identify opportunities to optimize cost without compromising quality
Partner with Merchandising and Planning to align product costs with pricing and profitability goals
Implement and maintain rigorous QA standards across all SKUs
Support launch readiness by providing product education, storytelling inputs, and technical details
Manage and mentor a high-performing product development team
Use customer feedback, returns data, and performance insights to inform product improvements and future development
Champion fit, comfort, durability, and real-world wearability

Qualification

Product developmentJewelry materials knowledgeVendor managementDTC experienceProject managementCommercial acumenLeadershipOrganizational skills

Required

8-12+ years of product development experience, with the majority of experience within jewelry; DTC experience strongly preferred
Experience scaling a fast-growing DTC or omnichannel brand preferred
Deep knowledge of jewelry materials, construction, manufacturing processes, and stone setting
Proven experience managing vendors and overseas production
Strong commercial acumen with experience optimizing bottom line
Exceptional organizational and project management skills
Confident leader with the ability to influence across creative and operational teams

Benefits

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance for full-time employees
401k with employer match program
Generous employee discounts on our fine jewelry
Paid time off, including an extra allowance of 3 days annually for religious observances

Company

Ring Concierge

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Ring Concierge is an e-commerce site that offers fine jewelry for women.
dateFounded in 2013
location
New York, New York, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://ringconcierge.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Webster Capital
2025-05-14Series Unknown

Leadership Team

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Nicole Wegman
Founder & CEO
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