Home Decor Product Coordinator
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Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture- Where Innovation Meets Comfort Who We Are: At Ashley, inspiring the love of home is at the heart of everything we do. As the world’s largest manufacturer of home furnishings, we’re more than a business — we’re a family driven by innovation, competitiveness, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We persevere through challenges, push beyond the status quo, and constantly seek better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Our solutions-first mindset and dedication to growth are why Ashley remains #1 in our industry. If you’re ready to grow, you’ve come to the right place. With a true “Growth Mindset,” Ashley Furniture invests in developing future leaders and helps every team member learn from the best in the business. If you are a current Ashley employee : Please login to your UKG account and apply using the internal job board.
Summary: We're looking for a design-minded coordinator (manager of our accessory category) to support our home décor and accessory assortment as part of Ashley's merchandising team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with foundational design or home décor experience who wants to grow their career in product merchandising and trend-driven buying. You'll support the development of our accessory collections by assisting with trend research, vendor coordination, product setup, and market preparation- all while learning the business side of home furnishings from experienced category managers.
Responsibilities: Trend Research & Product Support Assist with trend research through online platforms, retail shopping, and market observations Compile trend inspiration boards and competitive product comparisons Support the team in identifying emerging design trends and color directions Help maintain competitive intelligence files and trend reports Product Development Coordination Coordinate sample requests and communications with domestic and international vendors Track product development timelines and follow up on sample deliveries Assist in preparing development presentations with imagery, specifications, and pricing targets Help organize and catalog product samples for review and selection Vendor & Sample Management Support vendor communication regarding specifications, timelines, and product changes Coordinate sample shipments and track incoming product for review Maintain organized sample library and documentation Assist with first production inspections and quality verification Product Setup & Data Management Enter new product information into systems including SKUs, descriptions, and pricing Validate product data accuracy for catalogs, price lists, and marketing materials Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure complete product setup Maintain organized product files and documentation Market Preparation & Execution Assist with market preparation including product tagging, pricing verification, and display setup Help coordinate photography line-ups and product styling for catalogs Support market team with sample tracking, damage reports, and missing items Assist in preparing training materials for sales and marketing teams Administrative & Project Support Write product descriptions and feature highlights for various uses Maintain tracking spreadsheets for development projects and vendor communications Support the accessory team with meeting preparation and follow-up Coordinate with internal teams including sales, finance, legal, and international sourcing Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Merchandising, Fashion Merchandising, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience) 0-2 years of experience in interior design, home décor retail, visual merchandising, or related field Internship or project experience in home furnishings, accessories, or design preferred Design &