Lead Designer and Product Development

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US, UK, and Europe

We are now expanding our design and product development function to build a world-class portfolio of trend-right, sustainable, and commercially viable products.

Role Overview

The Designer & Product Development Specialist will lead concept creation, material innovation, and design execution across multiple home and lifestyle categories. This role demands a strong understanding of international aesthetics, retail sensibilities, and technical feasibility—translating market trends into scalable, production-ready products.

US, UK, and European market expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Concept & Trend Development:

• Research global trends, materials, and finishes across home décor, textiles, hard goods, and furniture categories to create forward-looking seasonal collections.

• Product Design & Sampling:

• Develop design briefs, CADs, sketches, and prototypes; ensure product viability for manufacturing while maintaining design intent and cost efficiency.

• Buyer Collaboration:

• Partner with global clients to interpret mood boards, color stories, and briefs; translate creative direction into market-appropriate products.

• Vendor Coordination:

• Work closely with factories to develop prototypes, ensure accurate sampling, and optimize design-to-production timelines.

• Material & Technique Innovation:

• Explore sustainable materials, finishes, and production techniques suitable for international compliance and environmental standards.

• Cross-Category Development:

• Drive product innovation across soft goods (home textiles, cushions, rugs, table linens) and hard goods (furniture, lighting, metal, wood, ceramic, glass, and mixed media).

• Quality & Compliance:

• Collaborate with QA and Compliance teams to ensure adherence to buyer standards, safety norms, and sustainability protocols.

• Presentation & Documentation:

• Create professional buyer decks, concept boards, and presentations for trade shows and buyer reviews.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree in

  Product Design, Textile Design, or Industrial Design

  from a reputed institute.

• 5–10 years

  of experience in design and product development for

  global home and lifestyle markets.

• Proven exposure to

  US, UK, or European retail standards

  and product compliance.
• Strong understanding of materials, finishes, ergonomics, and packaging.
• Proficiency in

  Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, 3D modeling tools, and MS Office.

• Excellent visual presentation and communication skills.
• Strong vendor management and cross-functional collaboration capabilities.

Key Competencies

• Global trend sensitivity and market awareness.
• Excellent English communication skills
• Strong aesthetic judgment and commercial acumen.
• Ability to multitask across product categories and timelines.
• Detail-oriented, innovative, and resourceful problem-solver.
• Passion for sustainable design and ethical sourcing.

Why Join JNG

• Be part of a high-growth, globally networked organization redefining India’s role in global sourcing.
• Opportunity to work directly with leading US and European retailers and design houses.
• Exposure to full-cycle product creation—from concept to container.
• Creative autonomy in shaping new collections and materials.
• Dynamic work environment rooted in collaboration, innovation, and sustainability.

Equal Opportunity Statement

JNG is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or background.

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