Cudlie Accessories
3w ago
Product Merchandiser/ Senior Designer For Pet Accessories Category
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- Category
- Toys & games
- Level
- Mid level
- Role type
- Full-time
- Location
- New York City, New York, United States
- Workplace
- On-site
- Salary
- Not stated
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
- Source
About this role
We’re growing! We are looking for an innovative Pet Accessories Designer to join our expanding Pet Division. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team launching a new pet brand focused on creativity, quality, and modern pet living.
About the Role:
As the Pet Accessories Designer, you’ll bring imagination and design expertise to a wide range of products that enrich the lives of pets and their owners. You’ll work closely with our product development and marketing teams to conceptualize and design engaging, on-trend pet accessories — from toys to soft goods, functional gear, and lifestyle items.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop pet accessories (including toys, soft goods, and functional gear) from concept through production.
- Create original prints, patterns, materials direction, and graphics for seasonal collections.
- Collaborate with sourcing and development teams to ensure design integrity, safety, and functionality.
- Monitor and analyze market trends across pet categories to inform design direction.
- Contribute fresh, innovative ideas to help define and grow our new brand.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Fashion/Accessory Design, Toy Design, or related field.
- 2–5 years of experience designing accessories, lifestyle products, toys, or soft goods.
- Strong skills in print and pattern creation.
- Experience in pet products (toys, accessories, or gear) is a strong plus.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and related design tools.
- Creative thinker with a keen eye for detail, color, materials, and texture.
- Passion for pets and an understanding of what makes products both functional and delightful.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to help shape a new brand within a rapidly growing pet category.
- Creative, collaborative work environment.
- Based in the heart of New York City’s design community.
If you’re a creative designer with a passion for thoughtful, playful, and purposeful product design, we’d love to meet you.
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