Senior Product Development Manager

Who we are

We are a fashion-forward housewares company that are looking for the best and brightest to join our talented team in the heart of New York City. We pride ourselves on bringing the best to market, being the best place to work, and to always improving. Sound like somewhere you want to build your career? Keep reading to learn more about us!

We manufacture and sell kitchenware and hydration products for all types of retailers - from national chains all over the world to independent shops in the small towns throughout the US. We are proud to have built an incredible team of diverse people over the last 13 years in our offices throughout the world. As our business continues to grow, we are in search of passionate and talented candidates to join our Product Development team as Senior members within our Retailer -focused division.

Who you are

You—a creative and detail orientated person passionate about product and creating. You are looking for a fast-paced environment that will keep you motivated and on your toes! You love to see your ideas become a reality and think outside the box to bring the best to market. You can assess the market and trends and work with our suppliers to get the job done. You work well with multiple teams throughout our organization to collect feedback and knowledge to make us better. You work with our sales team to show ensure our retailers expectations are met.

The Details

• Work with our suppliers to meet product requirements including, design specs, material review, packaging requests and costing.
• Act as liaison between sales and suppliers to support retailer specific programs
• Working directly with our sales, design, and production teams to bring innovative products to market constantly while maintaining the profitability of your category through constant review of sales data, material costs, freight calculation and feedback.
• Frequent market comp shops to maintain up to date market knowledge of price points, key items, and trends.
• Communicate via presentations and meetings with our sales teams to ensure they have all necessary tools to sell your products into their retail channels.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed (Asia to meet with our suppliers and factory teams, Europe for trend inspiration). Occasional domestic travel with members of our sales team to help achieve custom tailored products to our many valued retail partners.

Requirements:

• At least 5+ years of experience in a Product Development, sourcing or relevant industry role
• Must have basic MS Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Must be a team player with a positive outlook
• Must be organized
• Must be a self starter
• Most importantly, must love product and want to "own" your categories and see them through to successful execution in stores across the world

Benefits:

• Competitive pay, based on experience level
• Performance based generous bonuses and raises evaluated annually
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• 401k with matching policy
• Generous vacation policy
• Open kitchen stocked with snacks and gourmet freshly ground coffee

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Work Location: In person