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Product Development

Sayreville, New Jersey
Full Time
Product Development Coordinator

Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Based on Experience
Experience Required: Minimum 2 Years

Position Overview

A growing company specializing in consumer products is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and organized Product Development Coordinator to join its team.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of product development experience, preferably within the consumer products, apparel, or accessories industries.

This role involves coordinating the product development process from initial concept through production, communicating with overseas factories and vendors, managing samples, and ensuring that product timelines and specifications are met.

The successful candidate will be proactive, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities Product Development & Coordination

  • Assist in developing new products from initial concept through production.

  • Coordinate product development activities with overseas factories, vendors, and internal departments.

  • Manage product samples, revisions, approvals, and development updates.

  • Track product development timelines and ensure key deadlines are met.

  • Maintain accurate product specifications, costing information, and development records.

  • Assist with reviewing product quality, materials, packaging, and specifications.

  • Follow up with factories and suppliers regarding product updates, changes, and outstanding requirements.

  • Help identify and resolve product development issues to keep projects moving forward.

Vendor & Factory Communication

  • Communicate regularly with overseas factories and suppliers regarding product development.

  • Coordinate sample requests, revisions, and approvals.

  • Monitor production readiness and ensure product specifications are clearly communicated.

  • Maintain organized records of vendor correspondence and development progress.

  • Work closely with suppliers to address delays, discrepancies, and product-related concerns.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Market Research

  • Collaborate with design, sales, and production teams throughout the development process.

  • Research market trends, emerging products, and competitive offerings.

  • Assist in identifying new product opportunities and improvements.

  • Support the preparation of product presentations, specifications, and development materials.

  • Ensure internal teams remain informed of project updates and deadlines.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of product development experience required.

  • Experience in consumer products, apparel, or accessories preferred.

  • Experience coordinating with overseas factories and vendors is a plus.

  • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.

  • Excellent communication, coordination, and follow-up abilities.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to meet deadlines.

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams.

  • Proactive, dependable, and eager to contribute to a growing organization.