- Guides the development and realization of designated premium product from concepting to final production
- Together with the R&D and Creative Services Manager, acts as the conduit between creative and Asia Global Sourcing partners. Advocates for product development and design objectives through frequent dialogue that is integral to an iterative product development process
- Objectively balances creative intent and quality standards with business realities and consumer perception
- Submits presourcing requests for purchased components (attachments) and other greeting card materials to Asia Global Sourcing and challenges business partners to secure highest quality materials at the lowest possible cost
- Helps facilitate product cost quoting process with Asia supply chain
- Supports the manager in analyzing and managing cost of goods estimates at the designlevel
- Effectively communicates and collaborates with creative teams and product development to advance bestinclass designated premium product by giving recommendations to meet or exceed pricevalue deliverables
- Identifies, interprets and recommends solutions to design engineering and cost of goods challenges
- Takes ownership of and completes administrative assignments, including submissions of requests and compiling of documentation
- Participates in regular team meetings and occasional afterhours conference calls
- The ideal candidate leverages social expressions industry knowledge and has at least 3 years of experience in product development, sourcing, marketing or design
- Understanding of creative and manufacturing processes and limitations
- Understanding of consumer-validated perceived value
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong negotiating, diplomacy and influencing skills
- High degree of adaptability with a proactive mindset that anticipates challenges and plans accordingly
- Ability to make sound business recommendations and decisions
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for presentations, development and production of written materials
- Ability to build strong relationships across time zones
- Ability to follow up quickly and thoroughly with various parties
- Detail-oriented, highly organized and committed to accuracy with a strong sense of urgency
- Strong project management skills
- Strong greeting card product knowledge and affinity
- High ability to collaborate and work in a team environment
- Strong PC skills to include excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Adobe Creative Suite skills are a plus
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Product Development Analyst - Westlake, United States - American Greetings
Description
Job Description
This is a hybrid role based out of our Creative Studios in Westlake, Ohio. As such, we will focus on candidates currently residing in NE Ohio.
The Product Development Analyst is responsible for supporting creative and product development teams in the actualization of designated premium product.
This position supports the manager in the use of robust communication and influencing skills to effectively collaborate with design teams and global supply chain (Asia Global Sourcing), from concepting to mass production.
The key to success in this role is the ability to advocate for innovative content within the boundaries of consumer-validated perceived value, manufacturability and cost of goods.
For this position, a strong drive to push for results and the ability to pivot based on new information are critical.
Creative thinking, problem-solving and diplomacy skills are equally essential.The Product Development Analyst will balance multiple highly detailed creative concepts and projects at any given time, which will require a high degree of organizational and time management skills.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Experience Required:
Required Length & Type of Experience:
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