Sr.Executive / Asst. Manager - Product Development
1 Nos.
101010
Full Time
6.0 Year(s) To 9.0 Year(s)
7.00 LPA TO 8.00 LPA
Production / Quality / Maintenance
Gifts / Toys / Stationary
B.Tech/B.E. - Plastics; Diploma - Plastics Technology
Job Description:
| SKIll / Requirement | • 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 OSX, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office. |
| Experience | 6+ years |
| Preferred Industry | Experience in the manufacturing industry is preferred |
| Job Description | • Lead and inspire a dynamic creative team within the toy manufacturing department, fostering a culture of innovation. • Provide creative direction aligned with Funskool India's brand identity and market positioning. • Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, ensuring adherence to Funskool’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 Funskool’s position as a trendsetter. • Collaborate closely with the design team to conceptualize and develop innovative toy concepts aligned with Funskool’s target audience. • Ensure designs align with safety standards, market demands, and Funskool’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 Funskool’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 Funskool’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. |
Company Profile
Our client's purpose is to inspire, engage and entertain every child, and the child in every adult. They are India’s leading toy manufacturing company.Their products form a significant part of the toy-portfolio of all major e-commerce and modern trade brands in India.
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