Product Development Associate — Creative Toy Launch

RMS USA; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-Driven Growth

Collaborative Environment

Career Progression

Comprehensive Benefits

Annual Bonus Incentives

Job summary

RMS International, based in North Andover, MA, is seeking a Product Development Associate to support the development and execution of new products. You will collaborate with the Product Development Specialist to move concepts from concept through presentation, coordinating creative, product, and communication efforts across teams.

The role acts as a bridge between buyers, factories, sales, and internal groups, ensuring product information is accurate and aligned with the creative vision.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in product development and creative execution.
• Comfortable working with buyers, factories, and cross-functional teams.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Clear and confident communicator.
• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, reliable, and solutions-oriented.
• Experience with item cards, product specs, or retail presentation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support development of new product ranges from concept through presentation.
• Translate creative direction into actionable guidance for the studio and partners.
• Ensure the creative vision is executed across product design, packaging, and presentation materials.
• Review studio work for alignment with the intended look, feel, and product story.
• Flag inconsistencies and work with the team to correct them early.
• Work with buyers and factories to gather product content and information.
• Set up item cards with complete product information.
• Communicate product details and updates to buyers.
• Ensure buyers understand what the product is, how it functions, and how it should be positioned.
• Track multiple product ranges and keep timelines moving.
• Capture feedback, action items, and next steps from meetings.
• Identify risks and drive solutions.
• Maintain organized files and assets for active programs.
• Assist with showroom setup and trade show support.
• Provide samples for client presentations ahead of time.
• Ensure displayed products reflect the creative vision.
• Take meeting notes and ensure follow-up communication.
• Act as continuity between teams, buyers, and leadership.

Skills

Product development

Creative execution

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Multitasking

Cross-functional teamwork

Job description

RMS International, based in North Andover, MA, is seeking a Product Development Associate to support the development and execution of new products. You will collaborate with the Product Development Specialist to move concepts from concept through presentation, coordinating creative, product, and communication efforts across teams.

The role acts as a bridge between buyers, factories, sales, and internal groups, ensuring product information is accurate and aligned with the creative vision.