Product Manager - Trends

Socket.dev; Plantation, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life/AD&D insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Jazwares, a leading global toy manufacturer, seeks a Product Manager to drive end-to-end technical development from concept to mass production and global distribution. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage schedules, and align with budgets and quality standards.

This role partners with global operations and Asia teams, escalating risks, updating plans, and preparing leadership status reports. You bring 5+ years in consumer goods product management, strong MS Office/G-Suite skills,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management or product development experience in consumer goods.
• Proven ability to manage long and short-term projects in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong planning, analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent communication.
• Ability to influence decisions and build cross-functional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end technical development from concept to mass production and shipping.
• Create and monitor project plans with milestones, tasks, resources, and ship dates.
• Coordinate with global operations and Asia product managers to streamline processes.
• Identify risks and escalate with defined resolution plans.
• Manage scope changes and expedite critical approvals through verification techniques.
• Maintain accurate item master data and product dimensions including UPCs.
• Prepare weekly leadership status reports and drive process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Product development

Cross-functional collaboration

Planning

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Industrial Design

Tools

Microsoft Office

G-Suite

Job description

As the Product Manager, you will drive the technical development and execution of dynamic product portfolios from initial conception all the way to global distribution! You will serve as the central hub for our cross-functional teams, assessing the viability of new products while ensuring they meet strict quality standards, tight deadlines, and target budgets. By seamlessly navigating complex development cycles and anticipating industry trends, you will ensure our end products captivate consumers and align with our strategic business goals. Come join one of the world's biggest toy‑making companies and help us shape the future of play!

What You Will Do

• Lead the end-to-end technical development and execution of assigned product portfolios from initial concept through to mass production and shipping
• Establish, monitor, and update comprehensive project plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams to determine tasks, milestones, resources, and final ship dates
• Partner with global operations and Asia product managers to streamline communication, onboard new factories, and proactively resolve development issues
• Identify and anticipate potential risks prior to each development milestone while escalating red flags to management with defined resolution plans
• Use advanced verification techniques to manage changes in project scope and schedule while finding creative ways to expedite critical approvals
• Ensure the item master is consistently accurate and updated with critical factory information, product dimensions, and UPC codes
• Maintain all key product development and project management documents daily while preparing detailed weekly status reports for leadership
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by defining and streamlining distribution processes to hit tight timeframes

Supervisor Responsibilities

No

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of relevant project management or product development experience within the consumer goods industry
• Proven track record of successfully managing long and short‑term projects while adapting to shifting priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and G‑Suite with effective planning, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to influence decision‑makers and build productive cross‑functional relationships
• High attention to detail with the capacity to define problems, collect data, determine root causes, and drive team‑based resolutions
• A self‑motivated, collaborative, and growth‑oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently

Nice To Have

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, or a highly related field is a plus
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
• Hands‑on experience with plastics, materials, and global manufacturing processes
• Prior experience in the toy, baby, costume, or pets industry

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee, but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi‑state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.

• basic medical insurance that is 100% company‑paid for employees and their children
• employee basic life and AD&D insurance
• a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post‑tax deferrals
• short and long‑term disability
• tuition reimbursement

Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes Monday through Thursday on‑site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.

Reasonable Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working at Jazwares

At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.

• Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
• Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
• Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.

Who We Are

Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high‑quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Five Nights at Freddy’s™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and BLDR™. In addition to toys, offerings include costumes, games, and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.

Recruitment Safety

Please be wary of unsolicited communications from individuals or websites you are not familiar with, or any communications requesting sensitive personal data or information. All official Jazwares employment information will come from our company email ending in @jazwares.com. Jazwares will never request any monetary payments at any point during its hiring process. If you have any questions about any unsolicited communications, you can reach out to [e-mail]. We look forward to you experiencing a safe and enjoyable application process at Jazwares!

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.