Product Manager - Collectibles

About the Role

Drive the technical development and execution of our product portfolios from initial concept through distribution. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including Brand, Design, Marketing, and Packaging—to ensure high-quality standards, meet critical deadlines, and stay within budget. Assess the viability of new products and leverage market trends to ensure our final products meet consumer needs and drive business growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional product development programs by establishing comprehensive project plans, coordinating tasks, and managing resources to meet time, cost, and quality objectives.
• Partner with global operations and multi-disciplinary teams to streamline communication, manage scope changes, and drive products from concept through to production and shipping.
• Proactively identify and manage project risks by providing early warnings of delays, strategizing alternate process solutions, and escalating red flags to management with defined resolutions.
• Support manufacturing and design activities by developing prototypes, interfacing with key Asia product managers and vendors, and ensuring all outsourced work is promptly quoted and approved.
• Consult market research, evaluate sales data, and track the profitability of new and existing products to ensure our offerings remain viable and highly competitive.
• Collaborate with the Brand Management team to develop competitive assessments, research industry trends, and formulate product expansion strategies for successful lines.
• Partner with the Sales team to plan and execute highly effective presentations while supporting senior leadership with ad-hoc projects and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain accurate item masters with costing and factory details while ensuring key product development and project management systems are updated daily.

Requirements

• 4+ years of relevant experience in product development, product management, or project management within the consumer goods industry or toy industry.
• Proven hands-on experience working directly with plastics, materials, manufacturing processes, or engineering costs for durable goods.
• Exceptional planning and analytical skills with the ability to define root causes, collect data, and work collaboratively to resolve complex development challenges.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and G-Suite, combined with a proven track record of successfully managing both long- and short-term product lifecycles.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to confidently influence decision-makers and build productive relationships across all organizational levels.
• A collaborative, flexible, and growth-oriented mindset with the ability to multitask, organize efficiently, and quickly adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, or another highly relevant field is a plus.
• An active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent credentials.

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.
• Flexible work schedule: Monday through Thursday on-site, optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year.
• Paid Time Off for vacation and sick leave.
• Opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects through Jazwares Cares.

Pay

The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply.

About the Company

Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Five Nights at Freddy’s™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and BLDR™. In addition to toys, offerings include costumes, games, and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries.