Head of Brand and Product Position Available In Middlesex, New Jersey
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Job Description
About Swiss Madison At Swiss Madison, we are Elevating the Standard of Home Living . From bathroom fixtures to the broader home, our vision is to become a household name by delivering elevated design, guaranteed quality, and affordability. With bold growth ambitions and a clear vision for the future, we’re assembling a team of driven, high-impact leaders who are passionate about building something lasting-transforming our brand into a household name and setting a new standard for home living. We operate based off of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to bring structure, focus, and accountability to our entire organization. EOS provides us with a shared language, a common set of tools, and a results-driven cadence that empowers leaders to take ownership and execute with clarity. This hire will be expected to thrive within this framework, bringing strong LMA (Lead, Manage, and hold Accountable) capabilities and a commitment to living our core values: Ownership, Growth Mindset, Agility, Resourcefulness, and Clarity . Position Summary This position is a strategic and creative leadership role responsible for driving Swiss Madison’s overall product vision and brand identity. The ideal candidate combines a visionary mindset with sharp business acumen, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of interior design, textiles, and brand styling. The Head of Brand & Product is a management role accountable for leading four functions: Brand Strategy & Positioning Product Development Merchandising & Creative Quality Control & Assurance This role is built for someone who has “done it before” -successfully scaled product and brand organizations within a high-growth consumer goods company. Core Responsibilities Leadership & Organizational Development Lead, manage, and hold accountable (LMA) all direct reports aligned with EOS principles. Manage and grow the onshore and offshore team, while maintaining high-quality execution. Instill Swiss Madison’s core values- Ownership, Growth Mindset, Agility, Resourcefulness, Clarity -through team leadership and hiring. Brand, Merchandising & Creative Define and evolve Swiss Madison’s brand vision across all customer touchpoints, ensuring consistency in messaging, design, and experience. Lead the development and execution of merchandising and content strategies that highlight product benefits and reinforce our values of design, quality, and affordability. Oversee brand assets-including style guides, graphic design, A+ content, and listings-to maintain a cohesive visual identity and tone of voice. Drive alignment between product styling, seasonal trends, and interior design principles to enhance emotional and aesthetic resonance with both end-users and professional buyers. Partner with Sales and Marketing to integrate brand messaging into go-to-market plans, promotional efforts, and channel-specific execution across DTC, marketplaces, and wholesale. Product Development Oversee new product development driven by data, customer insights, and market gaps . Guide sourcing, supplier evaluation, and tech pack creation through internal teams and third-party partnerships. Align with BI & Demand Planning teams to prioritize high-impact SKUs and lifecycle management. Quality Control & Assurance Ensure adherence to Acceptable Quality Levels (AQL) across all factories and shipments. Drive and standardize Engineering Change Request (ECR) processes. Finalize and operationalize a clear QC Vision that aligns with customer satisfaction and revenue targets. Key Outcomes in First 12 Months Product Launch Framework institutionalized and used across all categories. Quality Control team fully integrated with clear SOPs and inspection workflows. Grow offshore team for support tasks across QC, sourcing, and creative Contribution margin improved via data-driven SKU evaluation and sunsetting process. Brand assets drive measurable performance gains in DTC and marketplaces. What You Bring 4+ years leading cross-functional brand and product teams in a fast-paced, high-growth consumer environment. Track record of launching successful products and brands in eCommerce and wholesale channels. Proven ability to build systems and frameworks, not just manage existing ones. Experience leading offshore teams. Familiarity with tools and platforms common to merchandising, sourcing, QC, content, and analytics. EOS knowledge preferred-must be comfortable operating in a high-accountability, data-first, low-politics culture. Why Swiss Madison? We are redefining what it means to build a home brand-from our design philosophy to how we operate globally. You’ll work with driven executives who embody ownership, clarity, and impact. You’ll shape not just our product line, but the way our entire brand is experienced across North America and beyond. You’ll build and lead a lean, effective, and distributed team. Benefits & Perks At Swiss Madison, we believe that taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our customers. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future: 401(k) with generous company matching Health, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid time off to rest and recharge Employee assistance program for mental wellness Employee discounts on all Swiss Madison products Our Edison, NJ office features a modern, collaborative workspace with a fully stocked kitchen-filled with snacks, beverages, and all the fuel you need to do your best work.