NPD Manager (DFM Outdoor Furniture)

Role Overview

We are looking for an innovative and technically proficient NPD Manager – DFM Outdoor Furniture to lead the design modification, re-engineering, and industrialization of outdoor furniture products.

The primary objective of this role is to ensure every outdoor furniture design adheres to Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and 3-pick assembly principles — focusing on manufacturability, durability, cost efficiency, and ease of assembly for the end customer.

The role requires a blend of product design sensibility, engineering knowledge, material expertise (metal, wood, wicker, fabric, etc.), and understanding of outdoor performance standards .

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Design, Modification & Re-engineering

• Lead the redesign and re-engineering of existing outdoor furniture SKUs to achieve modularity and 3-pick assembly readiness.
• Translate design concepts into manufacturing-ready engineering drawings and 3D models optimized for cost, strength, weather performance, and easy assembly.
• Conduct value engineering to reduce complexity, materials, and tooling costs while maintaining product strength and aesthetics.
• Optimize furniture construction for flat-pack shipping, minimal hardware, and rapid assembly .
• Collaborate with design and NPD teams to balance aesthetic appeal, ergonomic comfort, and production feasibility .

2. Design for Manufacturing (DFM) & Industrial Engineering

3. 3-Pick Assembly Program Development

4. Prototype Development & Testing

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

6. Documentation, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Key Deliverables

Desired Skills & Competencies

Qualifications & Experience