Associate level Product Manager

R2 Global; Plantation, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 68,770,000 - 83,097,000; Part time

Job summary

TalentoHC is seeking an Associate Product Manager to join its Product Development team on a contract basis, focusing on plush products from concept through production.

This hands-on role coordinates with design, sourcing, licensing, and manufacturing partners to ensure brand fidelity, safety, and timely delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of product development or product management experience.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project tracking tools.
• Familiarity with licensor approvals and production timelines.
• Comfortable working onsite and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage plush product development from concept through production.
• Coordinate design, sourcing, licensing, and manufacturing teams.
• Review plush samples and prototypes throughout development.
• Support licensor approval processes and brand fidelity.
• Maintain product development records, specs, and trackers.
• Communicate timelines and updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure safety, quality, and budget adherence during development.
• Support other Product Development needs as priorities shift.

Skills

Excel Proficiency

Project Coordination

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Onsite Work

Education

BA/BS in related field

Tools

Project Tracking Tools

Job description

Associate Product Manager

by | Sep 2, 2026

Title: Associate Product Manager, Plush
Location: Plantation, FL (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract (Leave Coverage)
Experience: 1-3 years
Assignment Length: 3-6 months
Pay Rate: $24–$29/hr dependent on experience

About the Opportunity

TalentoHC is partnering with a PE-backed consumer product and entertainment company seeking an Associate Product Manager to join its Product Development team on a contract basis. This role will support the end-to-end product development process, serving as a key point of coordination between internal teams, licensors, and manufacturers to ensure products move smoothly from concept through production. The ideal candidate brings hands-on product development or product management experience, ideally within toys, plush, or a related licensed consumer products category, along with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. This is a hands-on role, managing products through all stages of development, from initial concept and sample review through licensor approvals and production handoff. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams including design, sourcing, licensing, and manufacturing partners to ensure products meet brand, quality, and safety standards on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage plush product development projects from concept through production, tracking milestones and deliverables
• Coordinate with design, sourcing, licensing, and manufacturing teams to keep projects on schedule
• Review and provide feedback on plush samples and prototypes throughout the development cycle
• Support the licensor approval process, including preparing materials and maintaining brand fidelity
• Maintain accurate product development records, specs, and status trackers
• Communicate project timelines, changes, and updates clearly across internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure products meet safety, quality, and budget requirements throughout development
• Support other Product Development team needs as priorities shift during the leave coverage period

Qualifications

• BA or BS in a related field, or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of product development or product management experience, preferably in toys, plush, or licensed consumer products
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related project tracking tools
• Familiarity with sample review, licensor approval processes, and production timelines
• Understanding of toy safety regulations and cost considerations is a plus
• Comfortable working onsite
• Must be comfortable maintaining confidentiality regarding proprietary designs and product plans

About TalentoHC

Build Your Best Team Yet

Executive Search | Talent Strategy | Human Capital Consulting

TalentoHC is a global executive search and human capital consulting firm helping organizations build high-performing leadership teams that drive growth and transformation. The firm partners with companies across industries including technology, aviation, hospitality, media,
and professional services to identify and place senior leaders who shape organizational strategy. Through a human capital-centric approach, TalentoHC supports organizations navigating leadership change, strengthening talent strategy, and building teams capable of
delivering long-term enterprise value.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TalentoHC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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