Associate Product Developer - North Mankato, MN

FUN.com, Inc.•North Mankato, MN

About The Position

Are you prepared to weave enchantment and bring Halloween fantasies to life? At FUN.com, we beckon a spirited and creative Associate Product Developer to join our coven of Halloween aficionados! If you possess a passion for transforming mere ideas into tangible spells of delight and a love for all things spooky, then this is your magical invitation to join our bewitching adventure! We are seeking a detail-driven and proactive Associate Product Developer to support our dynamic product development team. In this role, you’ll help manage products from concept through production, partnering closely with Design, Buying, Licensing, and overseas factory partners to deliver high-quality, creative products on time and on cost. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-focused environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment
Clear written and verbal communication skills, including with international partners
Understanding of apparel product development workflows and timelines
Working knowledge of garment construction, materials, and costing fundamentals
Ability to interpret and communicate technical information clearly
Comfort working with partners for whom English may be a second language
Strong problem-solving and follow-through skills
Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-changing environment
Strong applied knowledge in project costing

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of experience in product development, apparel production, or manufacturing
Hands-on knowledge of garment construction and materials
Experience working with overseas factories (China experience preferred)
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
Degree in Apparel Design, Product Development, Merchandising, or related field (or equivalent work experience)

Responsibilities

Evaluate tech packs and specs to communicate construction, design, and sizing details for each project to overseas partners and factories
Partner with Designers to review design intent, materials, and construction methods
Communicate with overseas factories to request samples, track progress, and resolve development issues
Review sample photos and confirm alignment with design, fit, and quality expectations
Participate in sample review meetings and document clear, actionable revisions
Assist in reviewing sample and production costing against target costs
Identify opportunities to reduce sampling, material, or construction costs while maintaining quality
Work with internal departments to make sure all deadlines and development requirements are being met
Communicate risks, delays, or roadblocks to leadership proactively
Coordinate with Licensing teams to support submission approvals and ensure licensed requirements are met
Provide input on styling, image accuracy, and product representation as needed
Manage product development from initial concept through to completion
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with shifting priorities
Ability to work across different systems and adapt to new processes
Participate in regular status meetings with overseas partners, including occasional evening calls
Other duties assigned