Consumer Goods Product Development & Production Manager

Unclassified - Santee, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Santee, CA

About the position

The Consumer Goods Product Development & Production Manager will lead a creative team in a small consumer product development company. This role involves overseeing the entire product development process, from prototyping to production, while ensuring effective communication with overseas manufacturers and managing project timelines. The ideal candidate will embody creativity, agility, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, contributing to the company's growth and success in the consumer goods market.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team on the creation of new products and product revisions
• Communicate with overseas (primarily China) manufacturers from product initiation through shipping
• Lead the team and manufacturers to troubleshoot production and QA issues
• Create and manage project and task schedules for all product projects
• Manage production workflow and resources to meet project requirements and deadlines
• Participate in cross-team planning and collaboration
• Meet with clients and internal stakeholders to understand requirements and communicate progress to the team
• Understand internal business processes and quality standards; contribute to process refinement and workflow optimization

Requirements

• Detailed understanding of consumer goods manufacturing methodologies and processes from concept through launch
• Strong knowledge and experience with common software programs like Google Drive, Microsoft Office (especially Excel), Outlook, etc.
• 10+ years experience in a similar position involving consumer products
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor Degree required
• Strong Communication Skills - articulate, creative & compelling in both verbal & written communication
• Creativity/Positivity/Fun Attitude - motivated and finds creative solutions
• Ability to switch gears quickly and wear different hats in a small company setting
• Quick Learning & Flexible - able to transition smoothly between tasks
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office) and a high degree of organization

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with overseas manufacturing and large retail chain environments
• Availability to make phone calls to China during irregular business hours
• Ability to lift 25 pounds

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunity to work in a creative and dynamic environment
• Potential for growth within the company