Product Development Analyst - Hybrid (3 Onsite Days)

VIVA USA Inc; Woonsocket (RI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVA USA Inc is seeking a hands-on Product Development/Project Management professional to drive testing, market analysis, and competitive benchmarking. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timelines are met while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes retail merchandising knowledge, SKU/UPC oversight, and comprehensive stakeholder communications. Onsite 3 days weekly with standard business hours in Rhode Island.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or specialized training.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in product development/merchandising/project management.
• PMP credential preferred or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Develop testing plans including UAT, usability, and performance testing.
• Analyze market data, customer feedback, and industry reports to guide product development.
• Conduct benchmarking studies and provide insights on competitive positioning.
• Assist in defining project scopes, creating timelines, and tracking milestones.
• Identify patterns and opportunities for optimization and innovation and report to management.
• Communicate progress updates to stakeholders including product managers and executives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and assist with documentation for submissions.
• Encourage team to explore innovative solutions to operational challenges.
• Identify areas of concern and document details for records maintenance.

Skills

External Supplier/Vendor Communication

Supplier/Vendor Experience

Follow-ups & Timelines

Cross-functional Communication

Product Development

Project Management

Retail Merchandising

Retail Knowledge

SKU/UPC Management

Merchandising Processes

Retail Product Lifecycle

Product Testing/UAT

Market Analysis

Stakeholder Communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

VIVA USA Inc is seeking a hands-on Product Development/Project Management professional to drive testing, market analysis, and competitive benchmarking. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timelines are met while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes retail merchandising knowledge, SKU/UPC oversight, and comprehensive stakeholder communications. Onsite 3 days weekly with standard business hours in Rhode Island.