Associate Product Developer (APAC)

TL;DR

Associate Product Developer (Consumer Goods): Supporting the development of profitable programs for key products and ensuring growth of current portfolios with an accent on market expertise and competitive analysis. Focus on coordinating new product launches, optimizing existing product lines, and creating support materials for retail and customer service.

Location: Needham, MA, United States

Salary: $56,300 - $101,700 USD

Company

Global product design and technology company focusing on disruptive innovation in lifestyle solutions through its Shark and Ninja brands.

What you will do

• Assist with product management activities for new launches, improvements, optimizations, and line extensions.
• Provide cross-functional support to resolve product, quality, manufacturing, and customer challenges throughout the product lifecycle.
• Conduct market research to identify consumer needs, market gaps, and analyze the competitive landscape.
• Track product performance and communicate key learnings to relevant workflows for action.
• Create and manage merchandising, training, and digital content execution for retail.
• Develop product support materials, including in-box collateral, FAQs, How-to Videos, and troubleshooting scripts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Management, Communications, or Marketing.
• 1+ years of experience in product development or marketing, preferably within a consumer goods company.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; SharePoint knowledge is a plus.
• Must be based in Needham, MA, United States.
• Strong verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, high-impact environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching and employee stock purchase program.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution and flexible spending accounts.
• Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave.
• Additional perks including pet insurance, pre-paid legal insurance, and product discounts.
• Support for personal and professional growth through high-impact Learning Programs.