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Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Soft Goods

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$162K - $230K/yr

... soft-goods (Cargo bags, closeouts, protective blankets, etc.) * Work closely with our Product ... Make sure that all designs and systems are manufacturable and reliable * Coordinate with QA to Lead ...

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Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs ... Overall leadership across retail (mattress, pillow, topper, soft furniture) and engineering ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for vice president soft goods designer in the United States is $157,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,000.00 and $190,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Vice President Soft Goods Designer do?

A Vice President Soft Goods Designer leads the design and development of products made from textiles, such as apparel, accessories, or home goods, within a company. They oversee creative direction, manage design teams, and collaborate with other departments like merchandising, production, and marketing to ensure products align with brand vision and market trends. In addition to setting design strategy, they are responsible for staying ahead of industry trends, sourcing materials, and ensuring the quality and profitability of the product line. This executive role typically involves both high-level decision-making and hands-on involvement in the product development process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Vice President Soft Goods Designer?

To thrive as a Vice President Soft Goods Designer, you need advanced expertise in soft goods design, strong leadership experience, and a relevant degree in fashion, industrial design, or a related field. Mastery of design software (such as Adobe Creative Suite and CAD), familiarity with textile manufacturing processes, and experience managing product development cycles are essential. Outstanding communication, visionary creativity, and strategic decision-making are soft skills that set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are vital to drive innovative product lines, lead high-performing design teams, and ensure commercial success in a competitive market.

What is the difference between Vice President Soft Goods Designer vs Senior Soft Goods Designer?

AspectVice President Soft Goods DesignerSenior Soft Goods Designer
ResponsibilitiesOversees design strategy, manages teams, and aligns product vision with company goalsDevelops designs, creates prototypes, and supports product development under supervision
ExperienceTypically 10+ years, leadership experience requiredUsually 5-8 years of design experience
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level meetings, strategic planning, cross-department collaborationDesign studios, product development teams, collaboration with manufacturing
CredentialsDesign degree, extensive industry experience, leadership skillsDesign degree, strong portfolio, industry experience

The Vice President Soft Goods Designer holds a senior leadership role, focusing on strategic oversight and team management, while the Senior Soft Goods Designer concentrates on hands-on design work and product development. Both roles require relevant experience and design credentials, but the VP position involves broader responsibilities and leadership within the organization.

How does a Vice President Soft Goods Designer typically collaborate with other departments to bring products from concept to market?

A Vice President Soft Goods Designer works closely with cross-functional teams such as merchandising, product development, sourcing, marketing, and sales. This collaboration ensures that designs are not only creative and on-brand, but also feasible in terms of manufacturing, cost, and marketability. The VP often leads design reviews, aligns the creative vision with business goals, and addresses feedback from technical and production teams to refine products before launch. Effective communication and partnership across departments are essential to successfully bringing new collections to market.
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Infographic showing various Vice President Soft Goods Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% In-person, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $157,532 per year, or $75.7 per hour.

Product Development Manager, Soft Goods

The Elf on The Shelf

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$108K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description


Join us in Telling the Stories of Santa’s North Pole!

The Lumistella Company is a global intellectual property company dedicated to bringing Santa’s North Pole to life for children around the world through consumer products, original entertainment and brand experiences. We are home to the most iconic and beloved Christmas brands of this generation including The Elf on the Shelf, Elf Pets, and Elf Mates.

The Product Development Manager, Soft Goods will lead the executional development of all plush and textile-based products across Lumistella’s core and inbound licensed lines. From fashion-forward accessories to character-driven plush, this role ensures that each item meets the brand’s high creative standards while achieving cost, safety, and production feasibility targets.

This role works closely with Design and Sourcing to deliver accurate, vendor-ready documentation and to ensure storytelling, texture, and tactile delight are preserved through sampling and spec refinement. This role bridges creative intent and technical execution to deliver safe, engaging, and fully manufacturable products.

Projects include, but are not limited to elf dolls, costumes & clothing for elves (and potentially other characters), plush accessories, and plush characters of all shapes, sizes, and playable features. Each season can have upwards of 25 unique and innovative items for new development, in addition to products sold globally year after year requiring updates from previous seasons.

The Product Development Manager, Soft Goods will:

  • Lead development of plush characters, fashion accessories, and soft goods SKUs from design handoff through pre-production sample approval.
  • Provide fabric and plush construction guidance for hybrid products, such as dolls with roto-molded heads and plush/felt bodies.
  • Owns the technical translation of design intent into manufacturable, child-safe, and cost-conscious plush and fashion items—serving as the primary steward of tactile and structural quality.
  • Translate designs into detailed specifications, including materials, trims, die-cut patterns, construction methods, and finishing techniques.
  • Partner closely with factories on problem-solving as it relates to die cuts, patterns, seam allowances, and cutting processes to ensure finished good construction is flawless.
  • Acts as the primary decision-maker for plush construction feasibility.
  • Partner with the Product Engineer as needed to finalize product specifications, ensuring dimensional accuracy and construction feasibility.
  • Maintain accurate version control of specifications throughout sampling cycles.
  • Provide samples to the Packaging Structural Designer to validate product/packaging fit; packaging spec ownership is the responsibility of the Packaging Designer.
  • Provide samples to the Packaging Graphics team as needed for photography; ensure final art files are provided to the factory on time during Pre-Production phase.
  • Oversee sampling rounds, evaluate construction quality, softness, scale, and appearance, and manage adjustments in coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders.
  • Provide clear, actionable feedback to factories on sample revisions, materials, and construction adjustments.
  • Ensure products meet market expectations for the brands’ emotional and tactile experiences as premium goods meant to be cherished by consumers year after year.
  • Partner with Sourcing, Costing, and factories to align on material sourcing, cost targets, BOM accuracy, and feasibility resolution.
  • Work with Compliance & QC to ensure plush and textile products meet all required safety and regulatory standards.
  • Validate all products meet performance and functional requirements as defined in conjunction with the Director of Product Development.
  • Work closely with Program Management to maintain schedule adherence and escalate risks for projects that are in danger, offering solutions to mitigate the risks and minimize impact to ship dates.

If you want to be one of us...

The ideal candidate will bring:

  • 5+ years in plush, apparel, or soft goods engineering / product development
  • Experience managing development cycles across seasonal and licensed product lines
  • Experience working with licensed IP partners on product submissions and approvals
  • Strong understanding of cut-and-sew, 3D character plush, and cost optimization
    • Pattern-making knowledge, cut and sew construction and 3D volume development
    • Understanding of textile performance characteristics
    • Knowledge of trims, embellishments, embroidery techniques
    • Strong knowledge of cost estimating and designing to specified cost restraints for soft goods
  • Digital tool experience preferred (PLM, Adobe Illustrator, CAD familiarity)
  • Experience working directly with overseas vendors and factories (China, Vietnam, or similar manufacturing hubs)
  • Familiarity with CPSIA and plush safety standards (domestic & international)
  • Protects company assets through the proper management of asset files and adherence to company policy with regard to information security and management.

Education requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Fashion Technology, Industrial Design, or a related field

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements. A full and complete copy of the Job Description is available upon request.

Want to Know More?

To learn more about our company, check out our web site at: www.Lumistella.com.

The Lumistella Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.