Senior Director of Product Development

Posted 23 Days Ago
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Los Angeles, CA
Hybrid
Expert/Leader
eCommerce • Fashion • Kids + Family • Pet • Retail
Ruggable. Creating beautiful, clean spaces, one machine-washable rug at a time.
The Role
Lead global product development for home textiles, overseeing product lifecycle, innovation, supplier relationships, and team management to drive growth.
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About Ruggable:

Ruggable is a leading direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand based in Los Angeles, California with an extraordinary track record of high, profitable growth. We pride ourselves on having an extremely loyal customer base and a talented team made up of genuinely caring people who take action and deliver results. We are venture-backed and own a patented washable rug design that's disrupting the home décor industry. Our mission is to empower our customers to live vibrantly with beautiful products that don't compromise on function. If you're passionate about consumer products, e-commerce, and high-growth start-ups, keep reading!

Job Summary: 

Ruggable is seeking a dynamic and strategic Sr. Director of Product Development to lead our global product development initiatives. This role is pivotal in driving our continued growth and innovation by overseeing the entire product lifecycle, from concept to launch, with a focus on washable, stylish, and functional home goods. You will lead a cross-functional team, foster strong supplier relationships, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive R&D efforts to maintain Ruggable's position as a leader in the home décor space.

What You’ll Do: 

  • Product Development & R&D: Oversee the development of new products, ensuring they meet Ruggable's high standards for quality, functionality, and style
  • Innovation: Champion the development of patentable products, materials, and technologies that will continue to establish Ruggable as the market leader
  • Supplier Development: Build and maintain strong relationships with global suppliers to ensure the highest-levels of quality, best costing, and support the innovation agenda
  • Compliance & Quality Assurance: Manage product testing and certification processes
  • Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead and mentor a large team of product developments, designers,  and engineers while fostering a collaborative and creative work environment

What You’ll Need to Have:

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (industrial design, engineering, textiles)
  • 10+ years of experience in product development in the home textiles industry
  • Proven track record of successfully launching innovative products and driving revenue growth
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Deep understanding of global sourcing and supplier management

Preferred:

  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance and quality assurance standards
  • Analytical and data-driven approach to decision-making
  • Strong understanding of home textiles industry 

Compensation:

  • $180-250K per year base salary, depending on level of experience
  • An annual bonus percentage that varies based on level of role
  • Employer matching (up to 3% of base salary) for company sponsored 401K plan

At Ruggable, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Ruggable is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

To all recruitment agencies: Ruggable does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Ruggable employees or any other company destination. Ruggable is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Top Skills

Engineering
Industrial Design
Textiles
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The Company
HQ: Gardena, CA
350 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2010

What We Do

Ruggable is an LA-based, venture-backed e-commerce company revolutionizing the market for residential rugs. Our patented 2-Piece Rug System allows you to remove the top layer of your rug and wash it in your home washing machine, offering an affordable, stylish and convenient solution for young families, pet owners, and busy individuals.

Why Work With Us

From design to fulfillment, we create and produce our washable rugs in-house. Our teams support each other in our quest to champion our customers, and are fearless in exploring questions and finding solutions. All while maintaining a fun, creative, and positive company culture - like our notorious #doggable Slack channel.

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