Developer
Company: MillerKnoll
Location: Stamford
Posted on: October 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Why join us? Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind.
It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being
a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than
your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for
the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support
causes that align with our values, so we can build a more
sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone. GENERAL
PURPOSE In this role, you will lead the product development process
across a product portfolio within the assigned category. You'll
will utilize strong project management skills by building and
maintaining project schedules, monitoring potential delays, and
working with cross-functional teams to ensure new products are
commercialized on time and within budget. You will manage multiple
programs simultaneously and ensure each program's adherence to the
company's design and quality standards. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Closely
monitor product return levels and develop corrective action plans
as needed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Fulfillment
and Supply Chain/Sourcing to award programs to suppliers and
establish the most effective value stream/supply chain. Collaborate
with Engineering and Compliance to facilitate all performance and
packaging testing. Collaborate with Engineering to review designer
and supplier drawings to ensure adherence to design intent and
product performance/quality. Collaborate with Supply Chain/Sourcing
and Compliance to ensure all regulatory, sustainability, and
performance documentation are obtained from the suppliers.
Communicate key issues (i.e., schedules, resource constraints,
launch plans) in a clear and timely manner to the Director of
Lifestyle Development. Conduct in-depth review of prototypes to
ensure products meet or exceed all standards for build quality,
ease of assembly, packaging, comfort, value, etc. Create quality
criteria for all new programs and maintain/develop Quality
Assurance Protocol with Supplies. Ensure all new developments meet
target costs and margin requirements. Facilitate prototyping with
Engineering and/or Suppliers. Generate Request for Quote (RFQ) bid
packages for new developments and manage review/selection process.
Lead weekly meetings with cross-functional teams to share progress
on new developments and conduct prototype/design reviews. Manage
project schedules to meet critical company milestones. Performs
additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business
objectives. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience Bachelor's
Degree in Industrial Design, Business, or a related field. 3+ years
of experience in development-related functions and disciplines.
Licenses and Certifications Skills and Abilities Successfully
demonstrated experience of a major new product commercialization,
including full development and launch cycle. Excellent
program/project management skills, as demonstrated through the
successful achievement of assigned objectives. A developmental,
entrepreneurial mind set with abstract analysis skills and a
logical, but flexible, approach. Willing to take initiative and
accept accountability with a strong sense of ownership over work. A
demonstrated high level of personal integrity and business ethics.
Demonstrated expert written/verbal communication skills and a
proven capability to present complex concepts in a concise and
understandable way to a variety of audiences. Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills, particularly communicating
with team members across cultures and functions. Must be
financially literate with the ability to perform retail math. 3D
CAD and Adobe Creative Suite preferred. MS Office (Excel, Word,
PowerPoint) required. Willingness to travel globally as required.
Knowledge of furniture construction and furniture market landscape
preferred. Luxury/high end experience preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions Must be able to perform all essential functions
of the position with or without accommodations. Who We Hire? Simply
put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all
abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities,
sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military
service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work.
We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans
and people with disabilities. A starting compensation range for
this role is $60,500.00 - $75,575.00. Relevant salary
considerations will include candidate qualifications and
experience, other business/organizational needs and market factors.
You may also be eligible to receive a geographic premium, annual
discretionary incentive and equity awards which are subject to the
rules governing these programs. The company offers a full spectrum
of benefits including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision,
Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life
Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off
(including Vacation and Parental Leave), Holidays, 401(k), and
Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks
reserved for our associates.This organization participates in
E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general,
MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for
applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective
candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to
miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities
and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new
postings. MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and
makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with
disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate
in the job application or interview process, to perform essential
job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of
employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at
careers_help@millerknoll.com. Employment Type: Full Time
Keywords: MillerKnoll, Parsippany-Troy Hills Township , Developer, IT / Software / Systems , Stamford, New Jersey
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