Do you like designing cool products, working with factories, and growing ecommerce brands?
VelvetCaviar.com is looking for a rockstar Product Development Manager who will be responsible for leading development for our existing and upcoming tech accessory products!
As one of the leading brands, this is a great opportunity to join a successful company with a proven track record for continued exponential growth.
If winning is in your DNA and you're passionate about product, we'd love to hear from you.
ABOUT US: Velvet Caviar is a leading fashion accessories brand with over 1+ million social media followers; established in New York since 2015.
We're mostly known for pioneering the tech accessories market with our fashionable phone cases.
Our products can be found in national retailers and on hundreds of celebrities and influencers worldwide!
With under 30 team members, Velvet Caviar is a great environment for innovation, collaboration, and friendships.
Visit our Instagram at @velvetcaviar and our website, velvetcaviar.com, to better understand the brand and product line.
RESPONSIBILITIES: As the Product Development Manager, you'll lead the product roadmap and work along with our designers, engineers, factory managers, and the Velvet Caviar founder/head of product.
Your primary responsibilities:
Manage daily communications with factories overseasImprove existing products' features, quality, and costsCreate tech packs for new product conceptsSource, screen, and negotiate new factoriesCreate Purchase Orders & manage forecastingManage packaging and insert design updatesManage production schedules & deadlinesEstablish & maintain Quality Control processesResearch new product opportunities & style trendsMonitor competitors and evolving market dynamicsMaintain product management charts for each level of product developmentManage sample process for product team and marketing teamTrack samples and production goodsManage sample storage in-office REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor's degree of relevance is requiredMinimum 4+ years of product development experienceTrack record of launching and improving productsExperienced working with international factoriesDetail-oriented, very organized, and fast-pacedStrong analytical skills for factories and product samplesImpeccable communication, costing, and negotiation skillsCollaborative individual ready to lead team meetingsCreative thinker and strong problem solverAble to conduct extensive research and present thoroughlyMotivated to succeed and go above and beyond as neededComfortable with mixed work hours, occasional evenings for meetings with factories overseasComfortable with a hybrid work environmentComfortable with Google Suite (docs, sheets, slides, drive)Preferred skills with Illustrator and Photoshop PERKS: Be a key player in a growing brand!Strong Salary + Performance BonusesNice office at the Brooklyn Navy YardPTO Days + Specified Holidays OffHealth Insurance contributions offeredDrinks, snacks, and team events Velvet Caviar is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.