Division Head of Soft Goods; Product Development​/Sourcing

Division Head of Soft Goods (Product Development/Sourcing)

Location:

New York, NY, US

Salary: $180,000 - $250,000 per year

We are seeking a Division Head of Soft Goods (Product Development & Sourcing) to lead all aspects of a growing soft goods and bedding category.

Location:

New York City (in‑office most of the week)

Scope:
End‑to‑end ownership of product lifecycle, including design, development, sourcing, costing, and production.

Global Sourcing:
Oversight of international vendor network (Asia‑focused, with flexibility to evolve strategy).

Leadership:
Reports into executive leadership; responsible for building and leading a cross‑functional team.

Travel:
International travel required for vendor management and key partner meetings.

Retail Exposure:
Strong alignment with large‑scale retail and value‑oriented channels.

• Deep experience in soft goods product development and global sourcing.
• Strong understanding of P&L ownership and cost structure.
• Ability to partner across design, merchandising, and supply chain.
• Experience working with high‑volume retail accounts.
• Proven leadership and project management capabilities.

We are a well‑established, family‑owned consumer products company with a strong presence in the juvenile and baby category. With a broad portfolio spanning furniture, gear, and soft goods, our products are distributed across major national retailers and e‑commerce platforms. Known for quality, scale, and thoughtful design, we serve millions of families each year and continue to expand into new product categories.

This is a rare opportunity to build and lead a newly formed Soft Goods division within a stable and growing organization. Reporting directly to executive leadership, you will have the autonomy to shape strategy, build out structure, and drive product innovation within a highly visible category. The role offers a unique blend of entrepreneurial ownership and established retail scale, ideal for someone excited to make a meaningful impact while leveraging strong existing infrastructure and distribution.