CAREERS

ABOUT JONATHAN ADLER

Jonathan Adler is a design company dedicated to bringing Modern American Glamour to our customers' lives.

Our work environment reflects Jonathan's personality and the products he creates—inspiring and fun. Our commitment to outstanding design, impeccable materials, and unparalleled craftsmanship is at the core of everything we do—from our Soho headquarters to all of our stores. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, and are always seeking passionate, like-minded individuals to bring Jonathan's mission to life.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

CORPORATE OPENINGS

  • Location:

    New York, NY

    Reporting to:

    Vice President of Design & Product Development

    Company Overview:

    Jonathan Adler is a design company dedicated to bringing Modern American Glamour to our customers’ lives.

    Our work environment reflects Jonathan’s personality and the products he creates—inspiring and fun. Our commitment to outstanding design, impeccable materials, and unparalleled craftsmanship is at the core of everything we do—from our Soho headquarters to all of our stores. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, and are always seeking passionate, like-minded individuals to bring Jonathan’s mission to life.

    Job Overview:

    We are looking for a versatile Product Designer with strong Print & Pattern and Décor or Textile experience to work with the VP of Design and Jonathan Adler on new product lines and existing line extensions within the Jonathan Adler brand. This is a challenging and exciting role that will offer the opportunity to design and develop a wide range of product from decorative accessories to gift products, textiles and packaging as well as work with our diverse portfolio of vendors and brand partners.

    We work under fast paced timelines and are looking for someone with exceptional program skills, product design & development experience, a strong merchandising sensibility and a good work ethic to bring creativity and life to new extensions of the Jonathan Adler brand.

    Essential Functions:

    Develop/design full new programs and line extensions for the Jonathan Adler brand with an emphasis on pattern and pattern application for product lines including but not limited to: decorative accessories, gift, games, bath, textiles and product packaging

    Develop creative assets and aid in design direction for Licensing Partners and Brand Collaborations as require

    Generate new graphic designs, print and pattern to evolve the Jonathan Adler graphic vocabulary and to be applied to Jonathan Adler Hard Goods, Textiles, Packaging and other products as required

    Utilize broad knowledge base of materials, color palettes, patterns, finishes and manufacturing processes

    Create specification packs to ensure design execution and quality cues are met

    Manage and track all developments in collaboration with PD team from start to finish including:Design reference and sourcing specs

    Concept development

    Formal specs

    Vendor communication

    Product development/ design feedback through sample process

    Final product design sign off

    Travel as needed for product development, sourcing and inspiration, and vendor communication

    Communicate regularly with overseas vendor base and agent partners

    Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Product Development and Planning to ensure company calendar targets are met for all new product introductions

    Work on special projects as needed and delegated by Jonathan Adler senior management

    Desired Skills and Experience:

    Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Surface Design, Graphic Design, Textile Design or related field

    Minimum 3-5 years industry experience in Product Design with an emphasis in Print/Pattern, Illustration or Textile/Surface Design is highly preferred

    Expert Level and working experience in the Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

    Hand Drawing/Illustrative Skills are a huge plus

    Proficiency and working experience in AutoCAD, Solidworks or similar drafting based program

    Hand Drawing/Illustrative Skills

    Strong Ability to express ideas through design

    High level of skill in presentation, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication

    Flexibility to travel internationally and domestically as needed

    Compensation Commensurate with experience

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

    To Apply

    Applicants should send resumes and work samples to: designjobs@jonathanadler.com .Emails with no resumes or work samples/website attached will not be considered.

  • Location:

    New York, NY

    Reporting to:

    Director of Marketing & Public Relations

    Company Overview:

    Jonathan Adler is a design company dedicated to bringing Modern American Glamour to our customers’ lives.

    Our work environment reflects Jonathan’s personality and the products he creates—inspiring and fun. Our commitment to outstanding design, impeccable materials, and unparalleled craftsmanship is at the core of everything we do—from our Soho headquarters to all of our stores. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, and are always seeking passionate, like-minded individuals to bring Jonathan’s mission to life.

    Job Overview:

    The Executive Assistant/Office Manager will support Founder and CEO with daily tasks as well as ensure the smooth running of the office and provide support to other members of the company’s leadership team as needed.
    The candidate should have strong writing and organizational skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities and deadlines. Ability to make smart, cost-effective decisions and utilize problem-solving skills. Must be willing to go above and beyond to complete projects accurately and on time and possess a high level of discretion.

    Duties will include, but are not limited to:

    Manage calendars, schedules, and coordination of meetings

    Coordinate travel and related itineraries

    Communicate with senior management and external partners

    Coordinate with building staff and outside vendors to ensure smooth-running of office

    Uphold office standards; organize communal spaces

    Review and approve purchasing of supplies

    Screen and route internal and external inquiries

    Experience/Requirements:

    College degree

    Interest in interior design and fashion

    Internship or 1-year experience in PR or related field a plus

    Strong communication, presentation, writing, and multitasking skills

    Microsoft Office

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

    To Apply

    Submit your resume, portfolio, and salary requirement to: careers@jonathanadler.com.

  • Location:

    New York, NY

    Reporting to:

    Director of Global Sales

    Company Overview:

    Jonathan Adler is a design company dedicated to bringing Modern American Glamour to our customers’ lives. Our work environment reflects Jonathan’s personality and the products he creates—inspiring and fun. Our commitment to outstanding design, impeccable materials, and unparalleled craftsmanship is at the core of everything we do—from our Soho headquarters to all of our stores. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, and are always seeking passionate, like-minded individuals to bring Jonathan’s mission to life.

    Job Overview:

    The right candidate will be sales oriented, polished and able to interact with clients as well as being highly organized and able to provide complete back end support to Jonathan Adler’s Wholesale team.

    Essential Functions:

    Develop excellent working relationships with accounts at the assistant buyer and buyer level.

    Ensure timely and accurate entry of all wholesale orders.

    Review all new orders received, taking into consideration delivery dates and inventory levels for fulfillment.

    Work interdepartmentally to maximize fill rate and ensure orders ship on time.

    Maintain daily communication with operations and warehouse teams regarding pending / special orders.

    Maintain the “Available to Sell” report on a weekly basis.

    Communicate inventory availability to buyers and advise ETA’s for out of stock items.

    Assist Direct/Online business by providing product spec information, photography, and samples.

    Monitor sales and update booking reports on a weekly or as needed basis.

    Assist with market prep and work directly with accounts as needed at tradeshows.

    Provide comprehensive distribution checks for prospect accounts.

    Maintain our database program, Joor, which is used to create line sheets, place orders and create notes for buyers.

    Assist Sales Team with special projects as needed.

    Qualifications:

    Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of work experience in apparel or home industry, or similar field.

    Familiarity with retail math, good analytical, planning, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.

    Must be capable of learning new systems quickly such as extranets, UPC code systems, GXS catalog, and NetSuite.

    Outstanding customer service skills and problem solving ability.

    Must have strong initiative, high energy, strategic thinking and be detail oriented.

    Polished verbal and written communication skills.

    Ability to prioritize and focus and provide complete follow through on all aspects of responsibility.

    Willingness to learn and a strong work ethic.

    Positive attitude.

    Ability to work with all levels within and outside the company.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

    To Apply

    Submit cover letter and resume to: careers@jonathanadler.com. Reference the position title in the subject line of your email message.

  • Location:

    New York, NY

    Reporting to:

    Director of Production

    Company Overview:

    Jonathan Adler is a design company dedicated to bringing Modern American Glamour to our customers’ lives. Our work environment reflects Jonathan’s personality and the products he creates—inspiring and fun. Our commitment to outstanding design, impeccable materials, and unparalleled craftsmanship is at the core of everything we do—from our Soho headquarters to all of our stores. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, and are always seeking passionate, like-minded individuals to bring Jonathan’s mission to life.

    Job Overview:

    The Product Development & Production Coordinator is responsible for supporting and organizing the development of product within the growing Jonathan Adler vendor base. This role will partner with the Production, Design, and Planning departments to develop product, maintain/develop packaging and cost standards, and ensure product meets regulatory test requirements. Reporting to the Director of Production, this is a challenging and exciting position that will offer the opportunity to become familiar with all categories of product development in the Jonathan Adler world and manage information flow to other arms of the company. We work under fast paced timelines and are looking for someone with exceptional organizational skills, strong communication skills and a good work ethic to maintain and manage design materials and information and support the development calendar.

    Essential Functions:

    Product Development and Sourcing

    Partner with design to develop new product and communicate product requirements and deliverables to our agent and vendor base

    Partner with management on strategy for sourcing new developments – communicate with vendor base and develop skill in negotiation and PD management

    Negotiate Costing and MOQ with vendors for new designs based on needs from Production/Planning

    Work with PD/Planning to update Master Seasonal Order form

    Review + action weekly Product Development trackers from overseas agents/vendors to maintain status and tracking of all product samples

    Work with vendor base to maintain product knowledge documents

    Maintain Product Development cost ledger for samples + testing for quarterly review with Production & Design

    Manage PD spreadsheets and visual line lists

    Quality Standards

    Support the maintenance of QC and testing standards as required for each product category

    Ensure packaging meets company standards

    Coordinate product testing and maintain testing logs

    Work closely with Business Operations team to create and publish quarterly QC recaps

    Information & Production Flow

    Support PD and Production information flow between Design, Production, and Planning

    Partner with manager and planning on annual line reviews and projections to best meet our supply chain needs and negotiate as needed

    Partner with design to hand off complete actionable product (i.e. designed to specification, packaged, and testing process confirmed) so all required information is complete at time of order

    Create and manage SKU set up and item details in database

    Qualifications:

    Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Product Development or related field

    Minimum 1 years work experience in Product Development or related field

    Extremely Organized and Detail Oriented

    Proficiency and working experience in Microsoft Excel

    Proficiency and working experience in the Adobe Suite (InDesign is a must; Working knowledge of Illustrator & Photoshop)

    Working knowledge of NetSuite is a plus

    Outstanding Communication Skills both written and verbal

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

    To Apply

    Submit cover letter and resume to: careers@jonathanadler.com. Reference the position title in the subject line of your email message.

RETAIL OPENINGS

  • Current Openings:

    To apply, please send resumé and cover letter to the email address listed below and indicate the position for which you are applying.

    NYC (careers@jonathanadler.com)

    Company Overview:

    Jonathan Adler is a design company dedicated to bringing Modern American Glamour to our customers’ lives. Our work environment reflects Jonathan’s personality and the products he creates—inspiring and fun. Our commitment to outstanding design, impeccable materials, and unparalleled craftsmanship is at the core of everything we do—from our Soho headquarters to all of our stores. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, and are always seeking passionate, like-minded individuals to bring Jonathan’s mission to life.

    Job Overview:

    An Assistant Store Manager is responsible for assisting the store management team in establishing and maintaining Client Services, ensuring maximum sales and profitability through merchandise, inventory, and expense control, human resources management, and managing operating costs and shrinkage.

    Essential Functions:

    Assist store management team in daily store operations

    Manage associates in conjunction with the store management team in daily aspects of driving sales and running the business

    Master and teach product knowledge and brand design inspiration

    Contribute to growing the client base, including designer outreach

    Assist in the management of merchandise stock levels, merchandise adjacencies and presentations; signing and assortment in all departments; ensure selling floor is adequately stocked.

    Maintain visual standards of the store, per home office directive

    Follow up on all orders, order flow, receipt of goods, transfers and troubleshoot when necessary to solve and issues

    Coach, counsel and continually develop staff; works with management team and HR on potential employee terminations/employee issues

    Other tasks assigned by Management

    Work on special projects as needed.

    Essential Skill Requirements:

    Proven ability to lead, motivate and inspire team to achieve excellence

    Proven ability to deliver excellent client service standard and ability to lead best practice implementation

    Strong communication and interpersonal skills

    Willingness to ask questions and seek solutions

    Microsoft Windows proficiency, especially Word and Excel

    Qualifications1-3 years of retail management experience, interiors/home furnishing or 1-3 years as a store associate at Jonathan Adler

    Architecture or design experience

    Contemporary sense of style and culture

    Strong contacts in and knowledge of the local interior design community is preferred

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

    To Apply

    Submit your resume & salary requirement to: careers@jonathanadler.com. Reference the position title in the subject line of your email message.

  • Current Openings

    To apply, please send resumé and cover letter to the email address listed below and indicate the position for which you are applying.

    NYC, NY (careers@jonathanadler.com)

    Los Angeles, CA (careers@jonathanadler.com)

    San Francisco, CA (careers@jonathanadler.com)

    Jonathan Adler is a home furnishings and design company dedicated to bringing Modern American Glamour to our Clients’ lives.

    Our store culture is built upon excellence on all levels: excellence in selling, excellence in Client Service, excellence in store presentation- these are just a few of the characteristics of a successful store. We foster an energetic, creative and fun working environment, as these descriptors reflect the product we sell and the personality of Jonathan himself. We are passionate about the craft behind our products and the story behind each item and are committed to sharing the story with our clients.

    Job Purpose:

    A Sales Associate is responsible for driving business through excellence in selling, customer service, clientele and general store functioning.

    Essential Functions:

    Welcome every Client that enters the store.

    Master product knowledge and brand design inspiration — tell our story.

    Uphold best in class service and selling standards.

    Establish lasting Client relationships through thorough outreach and follow up; including in home design consultations.

    Grow client and designer base.

    Perform store opening and closing duties.

    Write daily business recaps.

    Partner with the store team to execute, achieve and exceed the goals of the store.

    Accurately execute operational tasks such as ringing sales, receiving stock, shipping merchandise and maintaining the look of the showroom.

    Participate in special store functions as directed by the store leader; such as floor sets, client events, store meetings and physical inventory.

    Any other responsibilities as assigned by management.

    Work on special projects as needed.

    Qualifications:

    1+ years of retail client service and sales experience, preferably in interiors/home furnishings

    Contemporary sense of style and culture

    Microsoft Windows proficiency, especially Word and Excel

    Strong contacts in and knowledge of the local interior design community is preferred

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

    To Apply

    Submit your resume & salary requirement to: careers@jonathanadler.com. Reference the position title in the subject line of your email message.

  • Company Overview:

    Jonathan Adler is a home furnishings and design company dedicated to bringing Modern American Glamour to our Clients’ lives. Our showroom culture is built upon excellence on all levels: excellence in selling, excellence in Client Service, excellence in showroom presentation- these are just a few of the characteristics of a successful showroom. We foster an energetic, creative and fun working environment, as these descriptors reflect the product we sell and the personality of Jonathan Adler himself. We are passionate about the craft and story behind each item we design and sell and are committed to sharing the story with our Clients.

    Current Openings:

    To apply, please send resumé and cover letter to the email address listed below and indicate the position for which you are applying.

    New York, NY

    (careers@jonathanadler.com)

    Job Purpose:

    A Design Associate is responsible for driving business through excellence in networking with and selling to interior design and retail Clients alike. A Design Associate is tasked with developing new relationships, repeat sales and future business with designers, B2B, B2C and end users, with a primary focus on the residential, commercial, and small business markets while upholding excellent Client service and assisting in general showroom functioning.

    Essential Functions:

    Grow designer and retail Client base.

    Establish lasting design and retail Client relationships through outreach and follow up, including in-home design consultations.

    Partner with the showroom team to achieve and exceed the goals of the showroom.

    Master product knowledge and brand design inspiration – tell our story.

    Uphold best-in-class service and selling standards.

    Attend relevant industry events to network and develop Client base.

    Perform store opening and closing duties, including making bank deposits.

    Accurately execute operational tasks such as ringing sales, receiving stock, shipping merchandise and maintaining the standards of the showroom.

    Participate in special showroom functions as directed by the showroom manager.

    This includes showroom upkeep and maintenance, floor sets, Client events, team meetings and physical inventory.

    Work on any other responsibilities as assigned by management.

    Work on special projects as needed.

    Essential Skill Requirements:

    Proven ability to deliver excellent Client Service while delivering sales goals

    Proven ability to “close the sale”

    Ability to articulately tell the story of the brand through product knowledge and brand design inspiration

    Polished verbal and written communication skills

    Ability to follow direction and work as part of a team

    Outstanding problem solving, interpersonal, and time management skills

    Excellent at building relationships both internally and externally

    Ability to problem solve - anticipate challenges, ask questions and react accordingly

    Proficiency at multi-tasking, prioritizing and organizing

    Microsoft Windows proficiency, especially Word and Excel

    AutoCAD proficiency a plus

    Qualifications:

    3+ years of retail Client service and sales experience, 2+ years in interiors/home furnishings industry

    Bachelor’s degree or higher in Interior Design/Architecture a plus

    Contemporary sense of style and culture

    Strong contacts in and knowledge of the local interior design community

    Proven track record of accomplishing goals

    Ability to work varied hours/days to oversee showroom operations.

    Self-motivated

    Team player, who can grasp and deliver the total goals for the division and company

    A positive attitude

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

    To Apply

    Submit your resume & salary requirement to: careers@jonathanadler.com. Please reference the position title in the subject line of your email message.

  • Current Openings:

    To apply, please send resumé and cover letter to the email address listed below and indicate the position for which you are applying.

    New York, NY (careers@jonathanadler.com)

    Company Overview:

    Jonathan Adler is a design company dedicated to bringing Modern American Glamour to our customers’ lives. Our work environment reflects Jonathan’s personality and the products he creates—inspiring and fun. Our commitment to outstanding design, impeccable materials, and unparalleled craftsmanship is at the core of everything we do—from our Soho headquarters to all of our stores. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, and are always seeking passionate, like-minded individuals to bring Jonathan’s mission to life.

    Job Purpose:

    The Trade Associate is responsible for developing new business relationships with designers, B2B and B2C clients, with a primary focus on the residential and small business market in the specified region.

    Essential Functions:

    Act as a brand representative and trusted resource for the Interior Design community in the region by conducting a minimum number of sales appointments per week.

    Extend the reach of the Jonathan Adler Trade Program in designated region through acquisition and retention outreach.

    Meet monthly sales goals & Designer program enrollment minimums.

    Oversee order management and Customer Service Issue resolution for clients.

    Maintain profitability through decision making and order management that protects the company’s bottom line.

    Partner with Trade Services Manager and Marketing to coordinate design-related events within region to extend JA’s reach and involvement in local design and business community.

    Network with the professional trade through involvement in associations, meetings and events.

    Attend a minimum number of monthly trade events.

    Attend appropriate trade shows and conferences to promote/represent JA Brand to Design Community.

    Generate large-scale B2B business by identifying key players and developing relationships in the interior design, real-estate and business sectors within a specified region.

    When necessary, partner with JA HQ departments (Wholesale, Hospitality and Interior Design departments), acting as a local contact on design projects and services within region.

    Partner in the development and training of Product Knowledge and P&P as needed.

    Assist home location in day-to-day showroom operations as needed.

    Work on special tasks as assigned.

    Essential Requirements:

    BA or higher in Interior Design or related field/experience

    Solid contacts and connections in the local Interior Design, ASID and IIDA community

    Strong networking, interpersonal and communication skills

    Ability to source, establish, develop and maintain business relationships

    Excellent organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple projects at one time

    Previous experience working in a home furnishings retail environment a strong plus

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V

    To Apply

    Submit your resume & salary requirement to: careers@jonathanadler.com.Reference the position title in the subject line of your email message.