Associate Product Manager - Plush

Jazwares, LLC • Plantation, FL

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Product Manager brings product lines from concept to market on time and within budget. Acting as a central hub for daily development operations, this role maintains project timelines and cost records and coordinates communication between internal cross-functional teams and global Asia offices. It offers hands-on exposure to the product development cycle and opportunities to learn from senior leaders.

The position supports the Product Manager throughout product development, from concept and trend research through mass production. It also manages project documentation and supplier cost information, maintains item records, coordinates samples for sales meetings, and helps verify product specifications and safety requirements before launch. The role may include other duties as assigned, and its responsibilities may change.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in product development, product design, or project management.
• Foundational exposure to or understanding of plastics, materials, and global consumer manufacturing processes.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and G-Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel for managing data accuracy and cost logs.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage shifting priorities and strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships across departments.
• A self-motivated, eager-to-learn mindset, with the ability to take direction, apply constructive feedback, and ask questions confidently.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, or an industry-relevant field.
• Prior experience in the consumer goods or toy industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the Product Manager across all phases of product development, from initial concept and competitive trend research through final mass production.
• Create and maintain project timelines and documentation using Smartsheet, communicating changes to cross-functional teams and global Asia offices.
• Request, log, and analyze 3D model, unit, and tooling costs from global suppliers, ensuring outsourced work is quoted and approved.
• Maintain the item master system with accurate costing, factory information, and product dimensions, and review variances against approved development budgets.
• Coordinate with Brand Management and Design teams on the delivery and preparation of development, photography, and presentation samples for key sales meetings.
• Help verify that final products meet functional specifications and safety requirements before market launch.
• Participate in meetings with senior management to gain exposure to cross-functional leadership and brand strategy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children.
• Employee basic life and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) retirement program with company matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible work schedule: on-site Monday through Thursday, optional work from home on Fridays, and up to 20 fully remote workdays each year.
• Time off for vacation and sick leave.
• Up to 16 hours per year to volunteer on community service projects through Jazwares Cares.
• Eligibility for an annual performance incentive may apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed