Product Development Specialist

About Hunter Price Our Playful Purpose:

In a nutshell we develop award-winning, playful consumer products for retailers across the world.

Our product playground:

Toys & Activities, Stationery, Arts & Crafts, Creative Play & Accessories. From pocket-money toy crazes and mindful arts & crafts, to on-trend accessories and reusable shopper bags, we're committed to creativity across our core categories. With the ever-changing consumer retail landscape, we're always evolving and learning, with a relentless drive to do better at everything we do. We believe our creative curiosity, ingenuity, experience and high-energy approach has helped us carve out a unique market offer. Our Playhouse is full of exclusive, emerging and established own-brands; and a roster of global icons of the licensing world. We're proud of our thriving portfolio and the partnerships we've built with leading global retailers. Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Product Development Specialist to join our creative team. In this role, you will drive the entire product development lifecycle, from conceptual design to manufacturing readiness, ensuring that innovative solutions meet market needs and brand standards. Your expertise in creative problem-solving will be vital in transforming ideas into tangible products that captivate consumers and elevate our brand presence. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence product innovation across diverse categories while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results. Key Responsibilities Range Ownership & Development Own key categories/brands, becoming the expert in your space Build seasonal and everyday ranges across all relevant price points and formats Create trend-led, commercially viable concepts aligned to brand identity and customer needs Prepare draft range plans including SKUs, RRPs, descriptions, packaging concepts and supplier recommendations Trend & Market Insight Identify emerging trends, formats and product opportunities React quickly to trending items, working with suppliers to be first to market Lead range kick-offs with insights, trends and consumer understanding Customer-Specific Development Respond to customer briefs with speed and accuracy Source, cost and sample products to meet tight deadlines Ensure best cost, quality and margin are achieved Supplier Sourcing & Cost Management Identify and evaluate suitable suppliers Negotiate quotations and maintain competitive pricing Work with Product Admin to maintain accurate specs and costings Project Management & Communication Set up Teams project chats and maintain clear cross-functional communication Maintain up-to-date development range plans Manage timelines and ensure smooth workflow Artwork, Samples & Approvals Review and approve product, packaging and presenter artwork Manage sample timelines, feedback and approvals Support sales with accurate LCS and presentation materials Critical Path & Handover Approve PPS samples and document all feedback Confirm final pricing, specs and delivery dates with suppliers Personal Attributes Passion for creative, new and different product formats Strong commercial awareness Curious, trend-aware and consumer-focused Confident communicator and presenter Analytical, organised and detail-driven Able to make decisions under pressure Results-focused and able to multitask Experience Proven experience in product development or industrial design within a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical design principles related to Stationery or Toy product fabrication. Familiarity with manufacturing processes including packaging design, fabrication techniques, and materials selection. Experience conducting design research to inform innovative product solutions aligned with market trends. Ability to think creatively while maintaining technical accuracy; excellent problem-solving skills are a must. Join us as a Product Development Specialist to shape the future of innovative products through passionate creativity and technical excellence!

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person