Product Development Manager (Private Label)

Mai Placement

Product Development Manager (Private Label)

New York, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Product Development Manager (Private Label)

    New York, NY (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)

    $115K – $125K+ KPI based bonus

     

    Position Overview

    A leading consumer electronics and creative technology retailer is seeking a Private Label Product Manager to own the full lifecycle of private-label product lines—from ideation and development through launch and lifecycle management. This role drives product strategy, brand positioning, profitability, and category growth across multiple consumer electronics and outdoor product categories.

    The Product Manager will collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, operations, inventory, vendors, and executive leadership while managing product development with manufacturing partners in Asia. Success in this role requires strong product development expertise, market trend awareness, and ownership of product performance.

    The Ideal Candidate

    • Strategic product leader who can own a product portfolio from concept to end-of-life

    • Strong consumer electronics / hard goods product development experience

    • Comfortable working with manufacturing partners in Asia

    • Analytical thinker who can translate market trends and customer insights into profitable products

    • Collaborative communicator who thrives in cross-functional environments

    • Highly organized with strong project management and product lifecycle management skills

    Key Responsibilities

    • Own Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) from ideation through end-of-life

    • Develop brand strategies, product roadmaps, and financial projections

    • Lead New Product Planning (NPP) and New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives

    • Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and trend analysis to guide product development

    • Manage vendor relationships, sourcing, and manufacturing partnerships

    • Oversee quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and supply chain coordination

    • Develop pricing models, positioning strategies, and product messaging

    • Collaborate with marketing on packaging, promotions, and product launches

    • Monitor sales, margin performance, and category penetration

    • Work with inventory teams to resolve capacity, purchasing, and delivery issues

    • Lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and portfolio optimization reviews

    • Manage Amazon Marketplace (Seller Central), including listing optimization and A+ content

    • Mentor junior product managers or assistants

    Qualifications & Must-Haves

    • 5+ years of product management, product development, or product marketing experience

    • Experience developing hard goods in consumer electronics or related categories

    • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes in Asia

    • Experience with Amazon Marketplace / Seller Central

    • Proven ability to manage cross-functional product development projects

    • Strong analytical skills with experience in pricing, competitive analysis, and forecasting

    • Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP/database systems

    • Ability to identify market trends and consumer behavior insights

    Benefits

    • Competitive salary with KPI based performance bonus

    • Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite)

    • Opportunity to own and build high-impact private label product lines

    • Collaborative, innovation-driven environment

    • Exposure to multiple consumer product categories and brands

     

    Apply Now: Nechi@maiplacement.com