Piglet in Bed

Head of Product

Piglet in Bed  •  £80k/yr  •  London, GB (Hybrid)  •  7 days ago
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Job Description

At Piglet in Bed, we're on a mission to become the home of long-lasting, natural comfort. Dreamt up in 2017 from our Founder Jess’ Mother’s garden shed in West Sussex, Piglet in Bed began with a simple idea: the best homes aren’t perfect, they’re personal. What started as a small collection of linen bedding has grown to include new fabrics and unmistakably ‘Piglet’ designs, complemented by our curated selection of sleepwear and homewares. But one thing hasn’t changed: our focus on the incredible team who make Piglet happen. As our team grows, we still like to keep the calendar full of socials, competitions, and chances to see each other. Teamwork is at the heart of everything we do, so we're very excited that you're considering joining us!

The Role

As Head of Product at Piglet in bed, you'll own our end-to-end product strategy, leading our Buying, Design and Technical teams to deliver a commercially successful, brand-aligned, and customer-led product range. This role is responsible for shaping our product vision, driving commercial category growth, and ensuring that all product decisions support Piglet’s positioning as a premium lifestyle brand.

Role: Head of Product

Hours: Full-time (35.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

Annual salary: £80,000

Location: Hybrid working - 3 days in our London (Vauxhall) office with occasional travel to our stores

What you'll be getting up to

Product Strategy & Vision

  • You'll define and lead the long-term product strategy aligned to our growth ambitions.

  • You'll translate customer insight, trends, and commercial data into clear product direction.

  • You'll build and evolve category strategies across bedding, bath, apparel and lifestyle extensions.

Commercial Performance & Range Planning

  • You'll own product-level performance including revenue, margin, and sell through.

  • You'll oversee range planning, ensuring optimal assortment, depth and price architecture.

  • You'll partner with our Merchandising team to drive forecasting accuracy and stock efficiency.

Buying & Sourcing

  • You'll lead buying strategy across all categories, balancing innovation with core continuity.

  • You'll build and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost efficiency and scalability.

  • You'll oversee margin development from initial concept through to final product.

Design & Brand Alignment

  • You'll ensure all product aligns with Piglet’s brand identity and aesthetic.

  • You'll lead seasonal design direction and product storytelling.

  • You'll maintain consistency across product categories and sub-brands.

Technical & Product Development

  • You'll oversee the product development lifecycle from concept to launch.

  • You'll ensure quality, fit, and durability standards are met and continuously improved.

  • You'll drive innovation in materials, sustainability, and product functionality.

Cross-Functional Leadership

  • You'll work closely with our Marketing, Retail, and Ecommerce teams to ensure cohesive product launches.

  • You'll partner with the Operations team on production timelines and inbound planning.

  • You'll collaborate with the Customer Experience team to incorporate feedback into product improvements.

About You

  • You'll have proven experience in a senior product role within retail or DTC.

  • You'll have a strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving product performance.

  • You'll have experience managing Buying, Design, and Technical teams.

  • You'll have a deep understanding of product lifecycle, sourcing, and margin management, preferably with an understanding of small business growth constraints.

  • You'll have strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire cross-functional teams.

Essential

  • You'll be proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

What does success look like in this role?

  • There will be a clear product strategy driving measurable revenue and profit growth.

  • We'll see improved intake margins and reduced markdown reliance.

  • A strong product-market fit across key categories.

  • We'll see cohesive, elevated brand expression across all product lines.

Why Piglet in Bed?

  • We’re proud to pay the  UK Living Wage, a voluntary measure we’re taking to make sure our salaries meet our employees real, everyday needs.

  • Our flexible working scheme aims to prioritise your work-life balance, allowing for flexible start and finish times.

  • We offer a generous 50% discount on our products alongside plenty of chances to get your hands on treats internally!

  • Piglet in Bed offers 31 days of holiday annually (pro rata for part time staff), alongside 2 paid days for volunteering

  • With our shortened work week (35.5 hours for full-time staff), we finish work at 3pm every Friday.

  • We offer a rewards & recognition platform where you can get discounts with lots of retailers, along with a full employee assistance programme and 24/7 GP access.

  • With our onsite bike storage and shower facilities, Piglet are excited to offer team members access to our cycle to work scheme.

What’s next?

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter below. 

Your personality is way more important to us than perfect grammar, so please consider not using AI in your application – we just want to get to know the authentic you! All applicants must have the right to work in the UK as Piglet in Bed are unable to sponsor or transfer any visa applications at this time.

Piglet in Bed

About Piglet in Bed

Piglet in Bed believes in a natural, sustainable and enjoyable way of life that encourages reflection on what matters most; it is the antithesis of the fast, throwaway world where nobody is able to stop and think.

Born in, and inspired by the joys of rural Britain, Piglet in Bed makes products with longevity in mind. We are founded on the conviction that genuine quality should be with us forever; the best things in life are those that get better with love and time, that become infused with our own stories and memories. Nature is a wonderful provider; materials that are cosy and soft, but durable too.

Since launching in our founder Jessica's mother's garden shed four years ago, we’ve shipped over 40,000 orders of our natural linen bedding and sleepwear to customers in the UK, US and Europe, and we are just getting started (the business tripled in size in 2020). Our products have been heralded as “comfortable, beautiful and effortless” in the press and our customer service has earned us a rating of 4.9/5 on Trustpilot, something we are especially proud of here at Piglet.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
West Grinstead , GB
Year Founded
2017
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