Product Developer

We are looking for a product developer to be responsible for creating and developing new products and improving existing products. The responsibilities of a product developer include conducting market research, collaborating with sales/marketing, technical and manufacturing specialists, and developing prototypes. To be successful as a product developer, you should have engineering and design knowledge, solid knowledge of the prototype design process, and strong written and verbal communication skills. A good product developer should be highly innovative, possess the ability to problem-solve and work well within a team.

Product Developer Responsibilities:

• Creating and enhancing products that fill a niche in the market or allow our clients to remain competitive.
• Determining product specifications according to a number of various factors and uses.
• Supporting manufacturing and design activities by developing prototypes for products in development.
• Consulting market research materials and sales data to ensure that products are viable and competitive.
• Submitting proposals and designs for evaluation by the sales team before moving to the next stage.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or industrial design.
• Proven working experience as a product developer or in related field.
• Work well within a team.
• Creative and innovative thinking skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Comp shop and pick out trends to develop product 
• Identify and research patterns, materials, styles, seasonal color palettes, prints and details 
• Understand material costs
• Manage workflow from brainstorm and concept to final product
• Manage approval process of all product details
• Become the expert for our “customer's customer”, learn dislikes and likes, and identify key products to support 
• Communicate with all overseas offices on daily basis 
• International travel and communication with factories 
• Tradeshow and material show attendance 
• Collaboration with merchandising team and design team on products

If you would like to be part of a great team, are ready to take on a challenge and make a difference within our company, apply today. We offer a competitive wage and excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), and paid time off.