Product Enhancement Developer

Company Description

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

Job Description

In a time of unprecedented expansion, we are seeking a Product Enhancement Developer to help improve existing Lakeshore products so that they can better serve our customers. In this role, you will work cross-functionally to manage products through the enhancement cycle to meet the highest standards of quality and safety. In addition, you will work with Planning and Supply Chain teams to monitor timelines and inventory requirements. Applicants should have strong communication skills, a solutions-oriented mindset and keen attention to detail. The ideal candidate also has a solid understanding of cross-functional teamwork and is proficient in analyzing data and customer perspectives. 

A day in the office looks like this: 

• Validating existing product lines with new vendors 
• Communicating effectively to inform various levels of the organization and team members of project progress, as well as any concerns or project risks 
• Developing professional skill sets associated with Lakeshore product development and enhancement standards 

Qualifications

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• At least 3 years of experience in Product Development 
• Ability to analyze information and summarize key findings to make recommendations to all stakeholders (including executive leaders) 
• Robust critical-thinking skills 
• Knowledge of product creation and manufacturing processes related to consumer goods  
• Strong MS Office and Excel skills  
• Able to prioritize tasks and independently manage time to thrive in an atmosphere with multiple overlapping and shifting deadlines  
• Strong organizational skills and team mentality  

Additional Information

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Salary: $64,000-$100,000 with an annual bonus of up to 10%
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• On-site preschool for our employees’ children
• On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
• Generous employee discount on products that make you smarter
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. 
 
To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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