Junior Pottery Product Manager Job at Border Concepts, Inc, Charlotte, NC

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  • Border Concepts, Inc
  • Charlotte, NC

Job Description

Job Title: Junior Pottery Product Manager

Location: Charlotte, NC – On Site / In Office

Job Type: Full Time

Travel: Up to 15% (Domestic & International)

Industry: Lawn & Garden / Giftware

About the Role

We’re seeking a dynamic Junior Pottery Product Manager to assist with the sourcing, development, and management of innovative pottery products for the Independent Garden Center channel. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—sales, marketing, and leadership—to bring trend-forward, high-quality products to market. If you’re passionate about product development and thrive in a global supply chain environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Source and develop assortments including indoor ceramics, fountains, lightweight pottery, terracotta, and accessories.
  • Build and manage vendor relationships to create proprietary and exclusive product lines.
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery expectations with international suppliers.
  • Oversee the full product development lifecycle—sampling, catalog prep, and showroom execution.
  • Establish and execute sourcing strategies to enhance cost-efficiency, quality, and supply reliability.
  • Implement supplier performance metrics and conduct regular reviews.
  • Drive continuous improvements in cost, inventory, lead time, and quality.
  • Support the catalog development process by collaborating with design and print vendors.
  • Partner with demand planning and sales teams to ensure optimal product availability and performance.
  • Attend international trade shows and factories to stay ahead of market trends and discover new sourcing opportunities.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in product sourcing and supplier management.
  • Excellent Excel skills and data management.
  • Knowledge of import procedures and documentation.
  • General knowledge of product costing methods and general accounting principals
  • Strong organizational and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Familiarity with the lawn & garden or gift industry is a plus.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 15%.

Ready to shape the next great pottery collection? Apply now and bring your expertise to a passionate and creative team!

Job Tags

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