Hybrid Director of Product Development – Innovation

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About the role

  • Director of Product Development & Innovation responsible for product development and brand vision in Kids Craft & Activity categories. Overseeing creative processes and cross-functional collaborations to drive growth.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the vision of designated brands
  • This includes driving the development and execution of products that align with the assigned brands/programs
  • Oversee the creative product development process, enforcing key milestones from product conceptualization to merchandising pass-off
  • Drive new product execution while maintaining existing portfolio of products
  • Mentor creative development team on consistent connection between ideation and marketability
  • Collaborate with design and engineering team members to generate and execute new product and packaging concepts
  • Communicate with overseas offices on all existing brands, new product development and global sourcing initiatives
  • Lead regular competitive landscape reports across major channels of distribution
  • Collaborate with internal teams to prepare for retail presentations and industry trade shows
  • Partner with merchandising leads on strategic costing negotiations.

Requirements

  • At least 8 years of product development/merchandising/brand management experience
  • Toy, Tween or Craft experience is preferred
  • Experience with custom product development is required
  • Must be a dynamic, passionate leader with ability to multi-task amidst shifting priorities
  • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present in front of large audiences
  • Must have the ability to work in a hybrid capacity from our New Providence, NJ office at least twice per week.

Job title

Director of Product Development – Innovation

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$130,000 - $170,000 per year

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

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