Working closely with the Operations & Sales Teams, you will translate project requirements into clear drawings and manufacturing specifications, then work with suppliers throughout production and through to project completion.
You will take ownership of supplier relationships, particularly in China, using your Mandarin skills and technical knowledge to communicate requirements, resolve manufacturing issues and keep production on track.
Your responsibilities will also cover local suppliers and overseas sourcing, including Vietnam and other countries as required.Key responsibilitiesManaging relationships with Chinese factories, local suppliers and other overseas manufacturing partnersPreparing, interpreting and marking up technical drawings, specifications and manufacturing detailsWorking with the Product Development Manager and factories to refine designs for manufacture, balancing function, appearance, quality and costCoordinating samples, prototypes and production approvals with the internal teamManaging contract manufacturing from initial supplier discussions and quotation through production, delivery and project completionNegotiating pricing, tooling costs, payment terms, lead times and supplier contractsBenchmarking supplier pricing, quality and manufacturing capabilityIdentifying and assessing suppliers for retail fixtures, racking, joinery, building materials and componentsMonitoring manufacturing progress and resolving technical,



quality and delivery issuesMaintaining clear communication between suppliers and internal teams throughout each projectAbout youStrong spoken and written Mandarin, together with excellent English communication skillsDirect experience working with Chinese factories on product sourcing, manufacturing and supplier managementExperience in industrial design or product development, ideally involving retail fixtures, racking, joinery, cabinetry or related manufactured productsStrong technical drawing skills, including the ability to create, interpret and mark up drawings for manufactureHigh technical aptitude and a practical understanding of materials, finishes, manufacturing processes and assembly methodsExperience negotiating with suppliers and managing contract manufacturing arrangementsStrong attention to detail, organisation and the ability to manage multiple products and project deadlinesProficiency in SolidWorks, SketchUp or Revit will be viewed favourably, although experience with these specific programs is not essentialRelevant qualifications in industrial design, engineering or a related discipline are desirableApplicants with a strong cabinetmaking or joinery background and demonstrated design and supplier management experience are also encouraged to applyAbout usRetail Fixtures Australia, part of parent company Associated Projects, is seeking a technically capable Industrial Designer with hands-on experience managing overseas suppliers and contract manufacturing.
As part of Associated Projects, you will have the prospect to contribute beyond design, directly influencing how products are developed, manufactured and delivered.
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📌 Industrial Designer – Product Development & Supplier Management (Victoria)
🏢 ASSOCIATED PROJECTS
📍 Victoria