Product Development Manager, Housewares & Consumer Products

Gibson Homewares; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

Gibson Homewares is looking for a Product Development Manager to lead the development of cookware and kitchen tools. You will manage overseas manufacturing partners and ensure product quality and timely delivery. Candidates with 3+ years in housewares product management and strong negotiation skills are encouraged to apply.

This full-time position is based in Los Angeles, California, offering a salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 annually, with benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of product development management experience in housewares.
• Experience with overseas manufacturing and sourcing.
• Strong negotiation, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
• Mandarin language skills strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage product development lifecycle from concept through production.
• Assign and oversee projects with overseas manufacturers.
• Negotiate costs, timelines, and specifications with factory partners.
• Monitor development milestones and ensure on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with Creative, Sales, and Sourcing teams.

Skills

Product development management

Negotiation

Project management

Problem-solving

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Organizational skills

Mandarin language skills

Education

3+ years of product development management experience

Tools

ERP systems (Oracle or similar)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Product Development Manager – Housewares

Local candidates only

Full‑time, in‑office position based in Los Angeles

About Gibson Homewares

Gibson Homewares is a leading U.S. manufacturer in the tabletop and housewares industry, with over 40 years of experience and four generations of family ownership. Headquartered near downtown Los Angeles, we design and distribute dinnerware, glassware, cookware, bakeware, cutlery, and kitchen tools for major U.S. and global retailers. Our brands include Gibson Elite, Gibson Home, Bloomhouse and Soho Lounge, along with partnerships with Martha Stewart, Calphalon, Sur La Table, Babish, Kenmore, Crock‑Pot, Oster, Mr. Coffee and Peanuts. We are committed to a people‑first culture‑our employees are our top priority. Learn more: http://www.gibsonhomewares.com

Position Summary

The Product Development Manager (Housewares) leads the end‑to‑end development of cookware, bakeware, cutlery, and kitchen tools. This role manages overseas manufacturing partners, drives timelines, ensures product quality, and collaborates cross‑functionally to bring products from concept to market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage product development lifecycle from concept through production
• Assign and oversee projects with overseas manufacturers (primarily Asia)
• Negotiate costs, timelines, and specifications with factory partners
• Monitor development milestones, resolve issues, and ensure on‑time delivery
• Collaborate with Creative, Sales, and Sourcing teams
• Ensure product specifications, costing, and timelines are accurately maintained in company systems
• Identify process improvements and cost‑saving opportunitiesMentor and guide product development staff

Qualifications

• 3+ years of product development management experience in housewares (cookware, bakeware, cutlery, kitchen tools, or related consumer goods)
• Demonstrated experience working with overseas manufacturing and sourcing
• Strong negotiation, project management, and problem‑solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle or similar preferred)
• Mandarin language skills strongly preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to work in or near Los Angeles, California

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $80,000 - $90,000 annually (final compensation based on experience, skills, and qualifications)
• Benefits include medical, dental, paid time off, and retirement plans