Junior Product Development Manager
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New York City Metropolitan Area0–2 yrs2h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- SalesMarket researchBudgetingLead generationMicrosoft Office
- Work
- On-site in New York City Metropolitan Area
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Sales38%Budgeting23%Market research6%Lead generation4%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 30, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
We are seeking a Junior Product Development Manager for our Kitchen Electrics division.
Key Responsibilities
- Brainstorm new ideas/concepts with the Product Development team to drive sales.
- Track project updates and ensure progress.
- Manage projects from initiation to completion, including market research, prototyping, testing, and sustainable creation practices.
- Conduct and relay trend forecasting and research online and in-stores.
- Process all data entry into portals and systems, including style set-up and creating New Item Set-Up Forms.
- Provide weekly project progress updates, sample statuses, and outstanding tasks for multiple projects to cross-functional partners.
- Assist with the sample approval process, including unpacking, tracking, tagging samples, and recommending improvements for materials and design.
- Maintain tracking of incoming and outbound samples and statuses, ensuring an organized system.
- Facilitate daily communication with overseas manufacturers on product development and follow-up.
- Manage product information, including cost, timelines, and order quantities.
- Coordinate early supplier involvement for products, parts, and designs.
- Create and maintain costing sheets, ensuring accuracy of product cost, freight, tariff, and duty rates.
- Develop and update buyer-facing presentations.
- Review packaging, instruction manuals, and nutrition labels for accuracy, regulatory compliance, and brand alignment.
- Willingness to travel if necessary (domestic and overseas).
Requirements & Tech Stack
- MS Office (working knowledge)
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 0-2 years relevant experience.
- A creative eye and organized way of working.
- Sense of urgency and ability to work within tight deadlines.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Supreme organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
- Team player and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-starter.
- Ability to multi-task and maintain organization.
- Specific focus in Product Development and/or Industrial Design is a plus.