Associate Product Manager - Plush

About the role

As the Associate Product Manager, you will bring highly anticipated product lines from concept to market on time and within budget! Serving as a central hub for daily development operations, you will maintain project timelines, track cost records, and coordinate seamless communication between internal cross-functional teams and our global Asia offices. This is an incredible growth opportunity to dive hands-on into the product development cycle and learn from senior leaders. Come join one of the world's biggest toy-making companies and help us shape the future of play!

Responsibilities

• Support the Product Manager across all phases of product development from initial concept and competitive trend research through final mass production
• Create and maintain project timelines and documentation (via Smartsheet) to ensure seamless communication of changes across cross-functional teams and global Asia offices
• Request, log, and analyze 3D model, unit, and tooling costs from global suppliers while ensuring all outsourced work is properly quoted and approved
• Maintain the item master system with accurate costing, factory information, and product dimensions while reviewing variances against approved development budgets
• Partner with Brand Management and Design teams to coordinate the delivery and preparation of development, photography, and presentation samples for key sales meetings
• Assist in verifying that final products meet all functional specifications and strict safety requirements prior to market launch
• Participate in meetings with senior management to gain valuable exposure to cross-functional leadership and overarching brand strategy
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 1+ years of relevant experience in product development, product design, or project management
• Foundational exposure to or understanding of plastics, materials, and global consumer manufacturing processes
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and G-Suite, with a particularly strong aptitude for Microsoft Excel to manage data accuracy and cost logs
• Exceptional organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple shifting priorities and strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships across multiple departments
• A self-motivated, eager-to-learn mindset with the ability to take direction, apply constructive feedback, and confidently ask questions

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, or an industry-relevant field is a plus
• Prior experience working in the consumer goods or toy industry

Pay

The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.

Benefits

• Basic medical insurance 100% company-paid for employees and their children
• Employee basic life and AD&D insurance
• 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals
• Short and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Volunteer time off: up to 16