Assistant Product Manager (M/F)

Our client, a company specializing in the creation of decorative objects and accessories that are designed, practical, and full of humor, has entrusted us with the recruitment of its future Assistant Product Manager. Specializing in the design of unique products, the company values a creative universe where every object tells a story. We are looking for a passionate and creative Assistant Product Manager for our client, who will be able to develop their offering and contribute to its growth.

The position:

Company Presentation Our client, a company specializing in the creation of decorative objects and accessories that are designed, practical, and full of humor, has entrusted us with the recruitment of its future Assistant Product Manager. Specializing in the design of unique products, the company values a creative universe where every object tells a story. We are looking for a passionate and creative Assistant Product Manager (M/F) for our client, who will be able to develop their offering and contribute to its growth. Job Description The mission of this position is to develop and manage product collections in consistency with the brand image and objectives. Working in close collaboration with the design, marketing, and sales teams, they contribute to the commercial success of the launched collections. Main Missions Product Development

• Participate in the development of collections in collaboration with internal designers and illustrators.
• Assist the Purchasing Manager in the daily management of products and associated projects.
• Follow up on execution documents in connection with graphic designers.
• Collection and sending of technical files to suppliers.
• Management of samples: feedback and product fine-tuning, ensuring compliance with set requirements and objectives.
• Supplier follow-up (completing the table, progress status).
• Validation of shipping marks.

Market Research & Positioning

• Analyze the market, competition, and trends (decor, lifestyle) to identify needs and opportunities.
• Structure market research with dedicated tools: SWOT, positioning mapping, price/assortment benchmark, competitive analysis.
• Leverage search intelligence data via SEMrush and Google Trends: measure volume and interest dynamics over a recent period to qualify a support, material, or format as a candidate for the next catalog.
• Segment targets and formalize personas (B2C / B2B).
• Analyze customer needs and field feedback.
• Ensure continuous competitive intelligence and formalize strategic recommendations (notes, decision-making matrices).

Purchasing Management and Supplier Follow-up

• Upstream sourcing: identify, pre-select, and list suppliers and production partners according to cost, quality, lead time, and compliance criteria.
• Research new supports, materials, and processes, in connection with opportunities detected in market research.
• Contribute to target cost framing and the feasibility of new products.
• Ensure order follow-up with suppliers and guarantee the quality of delivered products.
• Manage supplier relationships to maintain a solid and lasting partnership, and resolve any disputes or quality issues.

Key Indicator Monitoring

• Monitor product performance indicators: sales volumes, margin rates, return on investment.
• Monitoring of stock levels and replenishment proposals.
• Preparation of orders.

Desired Profile:

Desired Profile Education

• Bac +2 or higher in marketing, product management, or equivalent.

Experience

• 2 to 3 years of experience in CDD or CDI (excluding internships and work-study programs) in a similar role, ideally in the decoration, accessory, or design sectors.

Technical Skills

• Strong skills in project management and production follow-up.
• Ability to analyze the market, competition, and customer needs (SWOT, positioning mapping, benchmark).
• Comfort with search data: SEMrush, Google Trends (a plus).
• Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes (a plus).
• Mastery of office tools (MS Office, Google Suite); comfortable with Excel.
• Mastery of English is imperative.

Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent organizational skills and priority management.
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate with different departments (design, sales, logistics).
• Creativity, attention to detail, and a taste for innovation.

- Personal Qualities

• Passion for the world of decoration and design.
• Sense of aesthetics, critical thinking, and concern for quality.
• Autonomy, proactivity, rigor, and ability to propose ideas.