Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture- Where Innovation Meets Comfort At Ashley, inspiring the love of home is at the heart of everything we do. As the world's largest manufacturer of home furnishings, we're more than a business — we're a family driven by innovation, competitiveness, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We persevere through challenges, push beyond the status quo, and constantly seek better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Our solutions-first mindset and dedication to growth are why Ashley remains #1 in our industry. If you're ready to grow, you've come to the right place. With a true "Growth Mindset," Ashley Furniture invests in developing future leaders and helps every team member learn from the best in the business. We're looking for a design-minded coordinator (manager of our accessory category) to support our home décor and accessory assortment as part of Ashley's merchandising team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with foundational design or home décor experience who wants to grow their career in product merchandising and trend-driven buying. You'll support the development of our accessory collections by assisting with trend research, vendor coordination, product setup, and market preparation- all while learning the business side of home furnishings from experienced category managers.
Responsibilities:- Assist with trend research through online platforms, retail shopping, and market observations
- Compile trend inspiration boards and competitive product comparisons
- Support the team in identifying emerging design trends and color directions
- Help maintain competitive intelligence files and trend reports
- Product Development Coordination:
- Coordinate sample requests and communications with domestic and international vendors
- Track product development timelines and follow up on sample deliveries
- Assist in preparing development presentations with imagery, specifications, and pricing targets
- Help organize and catalog product samples for review and selection
- Vendor & Sample Management:
- Support vendor communication regarding specifications, timelines, and product changes
- Coordinate sample shipments and track incoming product for review
- Maintain organized sample library and documentation
- Assist with first production inspections and quality verification
- Product Setup & Data Management:
- Enter new product information into systems including SKUs, descriptions, and pricing
- Validate product data accuracy for catalogs, price lists, and marketing materials
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure complete product setup
- Maintain organized product files and documentation
- Market Preparation & Execution:
- Assist with market preparation including product tagging, pricing verification, and display setup
- Help coordinate photography line-ups and product styling for catalogs
- Support market team with sample tracking, damage reports, and missing items
- Assist in preparing training materials for sales and marketing teams
- Administrative & Project Support:
- Write product descriptions and feature highlights for various uses
- Maintain tracking spreadsheets for development projects and vendor communications
- Support the accessory team with meeting preparation and follow-upCoordinate with internal teams including sales, finance, legal, and international sourcing
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Merchandising, Fashion Merchandising, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)0-2 years of experience in interior design, home décor retail, visual merchandising, or related field
Internship or project experience in home furnishings, accessories, or design preferred
Design & Product Knowledge:
- Foundational understanding of interior design principles and color theory
- Interest in home décor trends and styling
- Eye for aesthetics and how accessories complement furniture
- Willingness to learn product development and merchandising processes
- Skills & Competencies:
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Self-motivated with eagerness to learn and grow
- Team player with positive, collaborative attitude
Travel: Moderate domestic and international travel to markets, vendors, and trade shows
Flexible hours during market periods and product development cycles
Work Environment:
This position is located in an active industrial manufacturing and distribution center with moderate to high noise levels, temperature variations, and material handling equipment in operation. The role may require extended periods of standing or walking on concrete floors and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and steel-toed boots. The fast-paced environment involves time-sensitive and safety sensitive operations and may include various shift schedules to support production and distribution needs
Pay: $60,000- $65,000 Benefits We Offer:
Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off; increases with years of service Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings Professional Development Opportunities Tuition Assistance Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)401(k) and Profit Sharing Life Insurance Our Core Values: Honesty & Integrity: Acts with transparency, discretion, and ethical judgment. Trusted to handle sensitive information and provide accurate, unbiased insights. Continuous Improvement: Actively seeks better ways to improve templates, tools, and processes. Learns from prior initiatives and embeds lessons into standard work. Growth & Results Focus: Understands how transformation initiatives drive growth, cost reduction, and profitability. Keeps work aligned to enterprise priorities. Culture of Leadership: Leads through influence, reliability, and example. Builds trust across functions and supports leaders at every level. Customer-Centric & Boundaryless: Works across silos for the greater good of the organization. Ensures outputs meet the needs of executives, initiative owners, and teams. Operational Excellence: Demonstrates strong organizational discipline, attention to detail, and the ability to translate ambiguity into clear, executable tools. Interested in learning more about Ashley Furniture's Community Engagement programs, Environmental Stewardship, or our Core Values, click the links below:
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. Notice to Search Firms: We are not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. We will not pay any placement, referral or other fees to any search firms unless we have agreed otherwise in a valid, written agreement for the specific position posted and signed by an authorized representative of Ashley Furniture Industries. Please note this position is not eligible for current or future employment sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
