Product Development Manager - Retail (ID:677131)

Persolkelly; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Asia Pacific is looking for a skilled Product Development Manager to oversee the product lifecycle from conception to production. This role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure product quality, cost, and compliance. Candidates should have a degree in a related field, strong project management skills, and at least 5 years of experience in product development. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and a customer-centric approach are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product development or related roles.
• Proficiency in product development tools and systems.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the product development lifecycle from concept to final production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on product specifications.
• Conduct competitive analysis and market research to inform product decisions.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Industrial Design, Business

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Manage the product development lifecycle from concept to final production, ensuring products meet quality, cost, and timeline objectives.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, sourcing, engineering, marketing, and sales to align on product specifications, pricing, and go-to-market plans.

Create and manage product development calendars, tracking milestones and communicating timelines to stakeholders.

Oversee prototype development and sample reviews, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.

Identify and source materials, components, and suppliers as needed for product execution.

Maintain accurate product documentation including product specifications, product catalogues and PowerPoint presentations for biannual Seasonal Buying Conferences, etc.

Conduct competitive analysis and market research to inform product features, positioning, and pricing strategies.

Resolve development or production issues, ensuring product integrity and performance standards are upheld.

Evaluate vendor capabilities and build strong relationships with manufacturers to optimize quality and delivery.

Monitor industry trends and customer feedback to support product innovation and iteration.

Oversee the collaboration with Quality Control (QC) team on New Product p Introduction (NPI), tracking timelines and ensuring compliance with testing standards.

Manage the development of packaging designs and execution of seasonal product launches with Brand Creative team.

Support special projects and additional product development tasks as assigned by senior leadership or top management.

Job Requirement:

Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Industrial Design, Business, or a related field with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

5+ years of experience in product development or related roles, preferably in home, fashion, retail, etc.).

Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple products and deadlines simultaneously.

Proficiency in product development tools and systems (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite particularly PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, Adobe Illustrator, etc.).

Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials sourcing, and cost engineering.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and external vendors.

Detail-oriented with a focus on quality, efficiency, and product performance.

Analytical thinker with a customer-centric mindset.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and performance data, identifying actionable opportunities for product improvement.

Flexibility and willingness to travel both locally and internationally as business needs require.

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Human Resources & Recruitment 101-1,000 employees

PERSOLKELLY is one of the largest recruitment companies in Asia Pacific providing comprehensive end-to-end workforce solutions to clients. Headquartered in Singapore, the company was established in 2016 and is a joint venture between Kelly Services, Inc. and affiliates of PERSOL HOLDINGS Co. Ltd. Today, PERSOLKELLY operates more than 45 offices across 13 markets including Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. For more information, please visit www.persolkelly.com

PERSOLKELLY is one of the largest recruitment companies in Asia Pacific providing comprehensive end-to-end workforce solutions to clients. Headquartered in Singapore, the company was established in 2016 and is a joint venture between Kelly Services, Inc. and affiliates of PERSOL HOLDINGS Co. Ltd. Today, PERSOLKELLY operates more than 45 offices across 13 markets including Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. For more information, please visit www.persolkelly.com

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