Well-known New York City based international designer, importer and distributor of gift items and accessories seeks a Product Development Manager.
High volume, fast-paced creative environment seeking a self-starter who is hard-working and flexible. The Project Development Manager’s primary role is to ensure timely and quality development of products.
Job Duties
- Manage and oversee the development of new products from concept to market launch.
- Coordinate scope, timelines, and product requirements for both inline and private label projects.
- Manage quotation process with overseas suppliers.
- Oversee the input of catalog data and the creation of sell sheets.
- Develop product specifications and ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Manage PD samples and coordinate samples for trade shows.
- Source product as needed.
- Maintain and update the Working OS.
- Communicate Daily with overseas offices and factories.
- Perform other related projects as assigned.
Key Requirements / Attributes
- Two to three years of experience in product development, project management and / or retail supply
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Product Design, Merchandising, Engineering, or Business.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to have a birds eye view of multiple projects.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail
- High degree of computer proficiency including MS Excel, MS Outlook, Word, Power Point and Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to work in a friendly, small team-focused group of employees with diverse backgrounds.
- Bachelor's degree-Previous gift / housewares industry experience and knowledge of retail supply channels are a strong plus.
- Knowledge of Production processes, mechanical engineering and materials are a plus.
Benefits
Benefits include medical and dental insurance (employee pays a portion); retirement plan; and transit-check program. PTO is 20 days + 8 holidays and office is closed between Christmas and New Years.
Location is in a popular area near SoHo and position is full time in office. Starting salary is $75k.
Next Steps : Please respond with your resume and brief email introduction, which should include your salary requirement and a paragraph about why you should be considered for the job.
The hiring objective is to fill the position as soon as possible.
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