Senior Product Developer

Twelve; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Product Developer, where your creativity will shape innovative products in the beauty and wellness sectors. This role is perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic environment, guiding projects from concept to completion while collaborating with top-tier brands. You'll leverage your expertise in materials and project management to deliver exceptional results, all while enjoying a supportive and inclusive workplace. If you're passionate about product development and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is calling your name!

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Mental Health Days

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Summer Fridays

Discretionary Bonuses

Qualifications

• 6+ years in product development, preferably in beauty, wellness, or lifestyle.
• Strong project management skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients and creative teams for product designs.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality.

Skills

Product Development

Project Management

Materials Knowledge

Sourcing and Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Job description

Twelve is looking for Senior Product Developer in Brooklyn, NY.
This local job opportunity with ID 3042034336 is live since 2025-01-20 13:58:04.

About Us:

Twelve designs and builds the world’s most inspiring merchandise and packaging for the world’s most coveted brands. Applying our uniquely tested end-to-end methodology, we seamlessly integrate our expert teams and global supply chain to turn wild dreams into high-return realities. Our difference lies in our approach to partnership and our commitment to social responsibility—proudly B-Corp certified and working exclusively with vetted and approved partners.

Position Summary:

As a Senior Product Developer at Twelve, you will be at the forefront of bringing innovative ideas to life, with a primary focus on influencer-driven categories within the beauty, wellness, and lifestyle sectors. You will guide products from concept to completion, collaborating closely with creative teams and renowned clients to ensure every detail aligns with brand vision and market trends. This role requires strategic problem-solving, exceptional project management, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, globally connected environment.

If you’re product-obsessed and passionate about creating extraordinary products for top-tier brands and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Client & Brand Collaboration:
• Act as the key liaison between creative teams and factory partners, ensuring seamless development of product designs and packaging concepts.
• Gain a deep understanding of each client’s story, brand guidelines, and market positioning to deliver consistent, high-quality products.
• Collaborate with creative teams daily to integrate newly sourced products and innovative fabrication processes into client deliverables.
• Project Management:
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, managing budgets, timelines, and quality across various seasons and clients.
• Create and maintain detailed program schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
• Exhibit sound judgment to balance competing priorities, adapt to evolving needs, and meet tight deadlines.
• Product Development:
• Develop and deliver clear, detailed instructions for product and packaging decks/mockups in collaboration with design partners.
• Ideate and create spec sheets for diverse product categories, ensuring precision and attention to detail.
• Leverage expertise in materials, finishes, and print techniques to enhance product designs.
• Sourcing & Costing:
• Negotiate pricing and program details with domestic and overseas factory partners for multi-SKU programs.
• Ensure cost efficiency without compromising quality or brand alignment.
• Problem Solving:
• Employ a solution-oriented mindset to address challenges proactively, ensuring flawless execution.
• Apply creativity and critical thinking to innovate within budgetary constraints.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in product development, with a focus on beauty, wellness, or lifestyle products preferred.
• Proven track record managing end-to-end product development, from ideation to delivery.
• Strong knowledge of materials, finishes, and print techniques.
• Exceptional project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple timelines and deliverables simultaneously.
• Experience with domestic and overseas sourcing and manufacturing.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for driving large-scale, high-impact programs.
• Availability to work after hours or across time zones as needed.
• Meticulous attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.

What you can expect:

• Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life)
• Mental Health Mondays: once a month our offices close globally (that's 12 additional days per year!)
• Generous Paid Time Off – Including your birthday, personal days, time-off around holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave
• Summer Fridays
• Discretionary bonuses

Salary: $100k - 115k depending on experience

Twelve Inc. is committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and everyone is encouraged to apply. It is the policy of the Company to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, disability, or handicap, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.