AI-Driven Product Development Specialist (Baby Brand & Mass Retail)

We are a growing New Jersey-based company seeking a creative and market-savvy Product Development Specialist to help identify and develop innovative products for large U.S. mass retailers. This role is ideal for someone who understands how to spot white-space opportunities in retail — identifying what products are trending, what consumers are responding to, and what specific retailers are currently missing. You'll combine strong market research and industry awareness with AI-driven tools to rapidly develop concepts into retailer-ready product presentations and custom samples. This is an in-office position based in New Jersey. The role will begin part-time, with strong potential to grow into a full-time leadership opportunity for the right candidate. Responsibilities Identify white-space product opportunities through retail research, trend analysis, and market insight Analyze products performing well online and across retail channels to identify opportunities for expansion into new retail environments Visit retail stores and evaluate assortments to determine gaps and unmet consumer needs Use AI tools (such as ChatGPT and related platforms) to help generate, refine, and accelerate product concepts Create compelling retailer-ready presentations, mock-ups, and packaging concepts Work with factory partners to develop custom samples based on new product ideas and concepts Collaborate with internal marketing and branding teams to align products with retail strategies and consumer trends Track product ideas, pricing, sampling progress, and development timelines Qualifications Experience in product development for large U.S. mass retail environments Strong understanding of retail trends, consumer behavior, and identifying market gaps Ability to think creatively and consistently generate new product concepts Familiarity with AI tools and their use in product ideation and development Strong communication and presentation skills Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Experience in the baby category is a strong plus, but not required Experience working directly with overseas factories and coordinating sample development is preferred What We're Looking For We're looking for someone entrepreneurial, proactive, and highly creative — someone who naturally notices what's missing in the market and enjoys turning ideas into real products. The ideal candidate is both trend-aware and execution-focused, with the ability to move quickly from concept to presentation-ready solutions. We invest in talent and are looking for someone who can grow with our company long-term.

Pay:

$25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person