Director of Product Development

Velvet Caviar Group Inc; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading phone accessories brand as the Director of Product Development, where you will spearhead innovation and strategy across the product lifecycle. With a focus on collaboration, growth, and impact, this role offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work environment in a dynamic company environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses

Hybrid schedule with 2 days a week in the office

PTO Days + Specified National Holidays Off

Health Insurance coverage + other benefits

Quarterly team events and or retreats

Qualifications

• 8-12 years in consumer product development preferred.
• 3-5 years in senior leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full product lifecycle from concept to launch.
• Oversee product development team and manage timelines.
• Collaborate with multiple teams for product vision execution.

Skills

Team Leadership

Product Strategy

Market Research

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Product Design, Business, or related field

Tools

PLM systems

Airtable

Excel

Asana

Job description

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This range is provided by Velvet Caviar. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Do you thrive on creating iconic products, scaling innovation, and leading teams to build what’s next? VelvetCaviar.com is looking for a Director of Product Development to own and lead the entire product lifecycle for our tech accessories. From concept to launch, you’ll spearhead product strategy, innovation, and execution, working closely with design, manufacturing, marketing, and leadership to bring market-shaping products to life.

As one of the leading brands in the space, this is a great opportunity to join a successful company with a proven track record for continued exponential growth. If winning is in your DNA and you’re passionate about product, we’d love to hear from you!

ABOUT US:

Velvet Caviar is a leading phone accessories brand with over 1+ Million social media followers and millions of customers; established in New York since 2015. We’re mostly known for pioneering the tech accessories market with our stylish phone cases and matching accessories. Our products can be found in national retailers and on thousands of celebrities and influencers worldwide! With a smaller team environment, Velvet Caviar is a great place for collaboration, personal development, and making an impact.

Visit our Instagram at @velvetcaviar and our website, velvetcaviar.com, to better understand the brand and product line.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As Director of Product Development, you’ll lead our product strategy and development across existing and new verticals. You’ll collaborate with the founder and executive team to shape the product vision and drive execution across a global supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and evolve the brand’s product portfolio & development roadmap
• Lead the full product lifecycle from idea, concept, sample, production, launch
• Own the development calendar with on time sampling, production, and launches
• Manage and improve the product development team’s weekly progress
• Review and final approve all product specs and packaging before production.
• Improve existing products’ features, durability, and aesthetics
• Research market trends and pitch new ideas for the product portfolio
• Improve relationships, terms, and costs with factories and suppliers
• Communicate KPI’s monthly progress to both the product & executive team
• Manage, mentor, and recruit for the product development team

REQUIREMENTS:

• 8–12+ years in consumer product development; fashion or tech accessories preferred
• 3–5+ years in a senior or director-level leadership role
• Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Business, Fashion, or related field
• Proven track record of launching successful physical products
• Familiar with DTC, retail, and e-commerce product cycles
• Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing, and QC processes
• Experience managing overseas vendors and factory relationships
• Strong team leadership, management, and mentoring abilities
• Very proficient in PLM systems, Airtable, Excel, and project tools (e.g., Asana)
• Analytical mindset with KPI tracking and process improvement skills
• Eye for design, trend relevance, and brand consistency
• Excellent communicator and cross-functional collaborator
• Able to manage multiple product lines and deadlines
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally as needed
• Highly organized and deadline-oriented
• Willingness to work flexible hours for global coordination (e.g., Asia-based factories)
• Experience in fashion-forward or design-first product categories is a plus
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop
• Able to work from the New York office Tuesdays & Thursdays

PERKS:

• Be a key strategic leader at a fast-growing brand!
• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses
• Nice office at the Brooklyn Navy Yard
• Hybrid schedule with 2 days a week in the office
• PTO Days + Specified National Holidays Off
• Health Insurance coverage + other benefits
• Quarterly team events and or retreats

Velvet Caviar is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management, Manufacturing, and Production

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion

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