Consumer Goods Product Development Manager

Joining our team at ShopSmart Consumer Goods means being a part of a dynamic and fast-growing organization that values innovation, creativity, and teamwork. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development. If you are a self-motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for consumer goods product development, we would love to hear from you. ShopSmart Consumer Goods is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company.

Job Title: Consumer Goods Product Development Manager

Location: Wonsan, North Korea

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Consumer Goods

About the Role: ShopSmart Consumer Goods is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Consumer Goods Product Development Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate has a strong background in product development and is passionate about creating innovative and high-quality consumer goods. As a Consumer Goods Product Development Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing the development of new products from concept to launch, ensuring they meet the needs of our target market and align with our company's goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the product development process from ideation to launch, including concept generation, design, prototyping, testing, and final production.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify consumer needs, trends, and opportunities for new product development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, and manufacturing to develop and implement product strategies that align with the company's goals.
• Manage the product development budget, timeline, and resources to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Source and evaluate potential suppliers and vendors to ensure the best quality and cost for materials and production.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, manufacturers, and internal teams, to ensure seamless communication and timely execution of projects.
• Lead product testing and validation to ensure products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitors' products to identify opportunities for product improvement and innovation.
• Monitor product performance and gather feedback from customers to identify areas for improvement and guide future product development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product development in the consumer goods industry.
• Strong project management skills with a proven track record of successfully launching new products.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and build relationships with external partners.
• Knowledge of product development processes, including design, prototyping, manufacturing, and quality control.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify consumer needs and translate them into product features.
• Experience with budget management and cost analysis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• A creative mindset with the ability to think outside the box and bring innovative ideas to the table.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.