Associate Product Manager

Spirit Halloween; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Merchandise discount

Flexible work environment

Career advancement

Bonus opportunity

Paid vacation / personal / sick

Job summary

Spirit Halloween in Egg Harbor Township, NJ is seeking an Associate Product Manager for the Animatronics category. You will support the Product Manager from concept through production and final delivery, working with Design, Licensing, QA, and vendors to bring innovative products to market.

The role requires a 5+ year retail background and a Bachelor's degree, with strong communication, organization, and cost-management skills. Competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of retail experience in a corporate setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented, able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• General knowledge of retail math.

Responsibilities

• Support the Product Manager in animatronics product development from concept to production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute products to market.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare samples, document feedback, and track action items.
• Review prototypes and ensure products meet quality, safety, and brand standards.
• Assist with vendor communication, cost management, and development progress tracking.
• Support testing, quality initiatives, and licensed product approvals.
• Coordinate packaging development and ensure timely completion.
• Maintain product information, costs, milestones, samples, and documentation.

Skills

Retail experience

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Overview

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!”

At Spencer’s and Spirit, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible work environment
• Career advancement
• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k with a company match
• 30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities

The Associate Product Manager supports the Product Manager in the development and execution of the Animatronics product category from concept through production and final delivery. Working closely with cross-functional teams including Design, Product Technology, Buying, Licensing, Quality Assurance, Creative, Packaging, and vendor partners, this role helps bring innovative, high-quality products to market.

• Support the Product Manager in the development and execution of Animatronics products from concept through production, helping ensure projects remain on schedule and aligned with key milestones
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Design, Product Technology, Buying, Licensing, Quality Assurance, Creative, Packaging, and vendors, to support product development and execution
• Coordinate product meetings, prepare samples and supporting materials, document feedback, track action items, and communicate next steps
• Collaborate with Design and Product Technology teams to support the development of product features, functionality, aesthetics, and overall product performance
• Review prototypes, samples, and product revisions with the Product Manager and cross-functional teams to help ensure products meet quality, functionality, safety, and brand standards
• Support vendor and factory communication by tracking development progress, following up on open items, and helping resolve development and production challenges.
• Assist with product costing, quote reviews, and cost management to support margin objectives while maintaining product quality and design intent
• Support product testing, quality initiatives, and licensed product approvals in partnership with internal teams, vendors, and licensors
• Coordinate packaging development and other product deliverables to ensure accuracy and timely completion
• Maintain product information, approvals, costs, milestones, samples, and documentation within company systems
• Conduct competitive research and monitor industry trends to identify opportunities for product innovation and growth
• Provide day-to-day support to the Product Manager while progressively taking ownership of assigned projects and responsibilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of retail experience in a corporate setting
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Strong sense of urgency, drive and passion to take ownership of all projects with strong written and verbal communication, analytical and presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills and must be detailed oriented, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and work under tight deadlines
• General knowledge of retail math

The pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scopeand responsibilities of the position.

Pay Range

$70,000 - $80,000