Product Manager - Plush

Jazwares; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with Jazwares match up to 4%

Flexible on-site + remote Fridays

Volunteer time off

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Jazwares in the United Kingdom seeks a Product Manager to drive development of our consumer goods portfolios from concept through production and distribution. You will collaborate with Brand, Design, Marketing, and Packaging to ensure quality, meet deadlines, and stay within budget.

You will analyze market trends, assess product viability, and manage cross-functional programs to support sales and leadership with strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in product development, management, or project management.
• Experience with soft goods/toys and multiple manufacturing processes.
• Strong planning and analytical skills; ability to define root causes and drive solutions.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional product development programs with project plans, tasks, and resources to meet time, cost, and quality objectives.
• Collaborate with global operations to streamline communication and manage scope changes from concept to production and shipping.
• Proactively identify risks, provide early warnings, and define resolutions with management.
• Support manufacturing and design by developing prototypes and interfacing with Asia product managers and vendors.
• Analyze market data and track profitability of new and existing products to stay competitive.
• Work with Brand Management to assess competition, trends, and expansion strategies.
• Plan and execute presentations with Sales and support senior leadership on strategic initiatives.
• Maintain accurate item masters with costing and factory details; ensure systems are updated daily.

Skills

Product development

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Analytics

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

G-Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

As the Product Manager, you will drive the technical development and execution of our product portfolios from initial concept all the way through distribution! You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams - Including Brand, Design, Marketing, and Packaging to ensure high-quality standards, meet critical deadlines, and stay within budget. By assessing the viability of new products and leveraging market trends, you will ensure our final products meet consumer needs and drive business growth. Come join one of the world's biggest toy-making companies and help us shape the future of play!

What You Will Do:

Lead cross-functional product development programs by establishing comprehensive project plans, coordinating tasks, and managing resources to meet time, cost, and quality objectives

Partner with global operations and multi-disciplinary teams to streamline communication, manage scope changes, and drive products from concept through to production and shipping

Proactively identify and manage project risks by providing early warnings of delays, strategizing alternate process solutions, and escalating red flags to management with defined resolutions

Support manufacturing and design activities by developing prototypes, interfacing with key Asia product managers and vendors, and ensuring all outsourced work is promptly quoted and approved

Consult market research, evaluate sales data, and track the profitability of new and existing products to ensure our offerings remain viable and highly competitive

Collaborate with the Brand Management team to develop competitive assessments, research industry trends, and formulate product expansion strategies for successful lines

Partner with the Sales team to plan and execute highly effective presentations while supporting senior leadership with ad-hoc projects and strategic initiatives

Maintain accurate item masters with costing and factory details while ensuring key product development and project management systems are updated daily

What We Are Looking For:

4+ years of relevant experience in product development, product management, or project management within the consumer goods industry or toy industry

Proven hands-on experience working directly with soft goods and plush toys, textiles, materials, and multiple manufacturing processes

Exceptional planning and analytical skills with the ability to define root causes, collect data, and work collaboratively to resolve complex development challenges

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and G-Suite, combined with a proven track record of successfully managing both long- and short-term product lifecycles

Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to confidently influence decision-makers and build productive relationships across all organizational levels

A collaborative, flexible, and growth-oriented mindset with the ability to multitask, organize efficiently, and quickly adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Have:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, or another highly relevant field is a plus

An active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent credentials

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee, but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.

Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.

Reasonable Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working at Jazwares

At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.

• Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
• Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
• Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Who We Are

Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows, Pokémon, Hello Kitty, Star Wars, Five Nights at Freddy's, Disney, BumBumz, and BLDR. In addition to toys, offerings include costumes, games, and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and Facebook .

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