Assistant Manager - Product Development - Manufacturing Industry (6-8 yrs)

Key Responsibilities:

- Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects on an ongoing basis

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with other teams, stakeholders, and customers.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify market needs and develop innovative product concept.

- Good organizational and time management skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

- Continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in product development and technology.

- Overall, a product development manager plays a critical role in managing the product development process and launching new products successfully in the market.

- They must possess a combination of technical and personal skills to effectively manage cross-functional.

- Should have knowledge of Mac OS, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications:

- Master's/Bachelor's degree in any related field.

- 6+ years of experience in the manufacturing industry is preferred.

Role Description:

-Lead and inspire a dynamic creative team within the toy manufacturing department, fostering a culture of innovation.

- Provide creative direction aligned with the company's India's brand identity and market positioning.

- Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, ensuring adherence to the company's standards from ideation to manufacturing and distribution.

- Coordinate seamlessly with design, engineering, and production teams for timely project execution.

- Conduct in-depth market research to identify toy industry trends, consumer preferences, and competitive insights.

- Integrate findings into product development strategies to maintain the company's position as a trendsetter.

- Collaborate closely with the design team to conceptualize and develop innovative toy concepts aligned with the company's target audience.

- Ensure designs align with safety standards, market demands, and the company's creative vision.

- Oversee the development and testing of prototypes, ensuring product safety, quality, and playability.

- Implement iterative refinement based on testing outcomes to optimize the final product.

- Work closely with the manufacturing team to translate creative designs into efficient and cost-effective production processes.

- Maintain open communication channels to address manufacturing challenges and meet production timelines.

- Establish and enforce high-quality standards for all toy products, maintaining the company's reputation for excellence.

- Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and compliance with industry standards.

- Develop and manage budgets for product development projects, ensuring optimal resource allocation for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

- Collaborate with marketing, sales, and distribution teams to align product strategies with the company's market objectives.

- Foster effective communication and coordination between departments to drive overall business success.

- Effectively handle multiple teams and direct them towards roles and responsibilities.

- Direct, review, and approve product design and changes.

- Ability to work across numerous product categories.

- Possess knowledge of approval systems processes, product development, and manufacturing for both Soft Lines and Hard Lines products.

- Develop product launch plans, including pricing strategies, marketing plans, and sales forecasts.

- Provide guidance and leadership to the product development team, ensuring team members are motivated and engaged.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, marketing, and sales to develop product specifications and features.

- Manage the product development process from concept to launch, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

- Conduct product testing and validation to ensure products meet quality standards and are safe for consumers.

- Effective in customer handling, problem-solving, and risk management.

- Effective in project management, resource planning, proposals preparation, and project planning.

- Coordinates and supports projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities