Product Development Manager

Why Join Us?

"Be part of something bigger and help shape the future with us!"

We are seeking a Product Development Manager to join our dynamic team in Los Angeles, CA. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and career-minded professional to make an impact while contributing to the growth of our organization.

We are a service-oriented export trading company that specializes in connecting domestic and international businesses, facilitating the import and export of food and beverages to over 80 markets worldwide.

About the Role:

As the Product Development Manager, you will take charge of all private labels and special labeling requirements, ensuring seamless processes and delivering exceptional service. You will lead efforts in optimizing label development, managing printer negotiations, and guiding internal stakeholders on label-related matters.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluate opportunities with printers and substrates to meet customer or manufacturer needs while optimizing costs.
Negotiate costs for artwork setup, printing, and storage when applicable.
Analyze label development costs to maximize profitability.
Communicate lead times, development status, and costs with customers.
Oversee work orders, labels, and proofs for accuracy, ensuring spelling, grammar, and branding consistency.
Organize printer conference calls to review negotiations and performance.
Manage workflows for label development across different stages.
Provide responsive support to both internal and external customer inquiries.
Collaborate with logistics and sales teams to ensure supply chain efficiency and timely label reorders.
Coordinate with purchasing and account teams on order trends, formula changes, and special customer requests.
Archive new label samples, maintain product displays, and prepare for trade shows.
Track costs and determine responsible parties for cost absorption.
Develop training materials and guide team members on processes and procedures.

What You'll Need:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
2-4 years of experience as a Product Development Manager, preferably in the CPG industry. International experience is a plus.
Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint).
Familiarity with pre-press, proofing systems, packaging substrates, and various printing methods (e.g., flexo, rotogravure, litho).
Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and urgent issues.
Excellent communication and customer service skills, with strong attention to detail in grammar and proofreading.
Team-oriented mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively.
Bilingual skills are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

Annual salary: $66,500-$79,830 (commensurate with experience).
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and voluntary benefits.
Matching 401(k) and profit-sharing program.
Flexible spending accounts.
Thirteen (13) days of accrued PTO per year, plus eight (8) paid company holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Additional Information:

Authorization to work in the U.S. is required for this position.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay Range: $66,500.00-$79,830.00 per year
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 66,500.00 79,830.00 Per Year