Director of Product Innovation & Growth (Hybrid)

Horizon Group USA, Inc.; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Group USA, Inc. in New Providence, NJ is seeking a Director of Product Development & Innovation to lead the product development and innovation strategy for Kids Craft & Activity categories.

The role emphasizes trend identification, development of assortments, and go-forward product rationalization in a fast-paced environment. The candidate will drive category growth through new opportunities, mentor the team, and collaborate with design, sourcing, and sales to align projects with

Qualifications

• 8+ years in product development/merchandising/brand management in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with custom product development is required.
• Ability to lead and communicate with large audiences; hybrid work ability from NJ.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the vision of designated brands; drive development and execution of products; work with licensing for partnerships.
• Oversee the creative product development process from concept to merchandising pass-off; collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Drive new product execution while maintaining existing portfolio; identify growth avenues via white space due diligence.
• Mentor the product development team to connect ideation with marketability and profitability.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and sourcing to generate new product and packaging concepts.
• Lead strategic sourcing/negotiations and align with global teams; manage cost and vendor relationships.

Skills

Product development

Merchandising

Brand management

Leadership

Communication

Hybrid work

Job description

Horizon Group USA, Inc. in New Providence, NJ is seeking a Director of Product Development & Innovation to lead the product development and innovation strategy for Kids Craft & Activity categories.

The role emphasizes trend identification, development of assortments, and go-forward product rationalization in a fast-paced environment. The candidate will drive category growth through new opportunities, mentor the team, and collaborate with design, sourcing, and sales to align projects with