The Product Development Specialist is responsible for the entire process of developing new products from start to finish. This includes identifying a market need, conceptualizing the product, validating the solution, and much more. The role requires a strong understanding of market trends, customer needs, and the ability to effectively manage the product development lifecycle.
Duties & Responsibilities
· Conduct thorough market and product research to identify opportunities for new product development and enhancements to existing products.
· Perform competitive analysis to benchmark against industry standards and trends.
· Determine and validate product specifications through customer feedback and comprehensive market research.
· Collaborate with the company's overseas teams to manage the ordering and receipt of product samples; review and provide feedback on product revisions and approvals.
· Analyze costs, competitors' pricing strategies, marketability, and profitability of products.
· Work closely with multiple departments, including the overseas team and marketing/design team, to bring new or enhanced products to market.
· Evaluate product performance and sales results to identify areas for continuous improvement.
· Conduct administrative tasks related to new product development, ensuring all documentation and processes are maintained accurately.
· Lead or assist with special projects as needed, contributing to the company's overall product development strategy.
· Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
· 3+ years of product development experience
· Bachelor’s degree
· Bilingual in English and Mandarin
· Work experience in the foodservice industry is a plus.
· Copywriting and proofreading experience is a plus.
Qualifications & Skills Needed for Success
· Knowledge of market research and product validation techniques
· Extremely action, organized and detail-orientated
· Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
· Ability to follow direction, multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
· Project and time management skills; ability to rearrange tasks as priorities change
· Analytical and problem-solving skills
Job Type: Full-time
Job Location: Piscataway, NJ
Compensation: DOE
Tel:201-982-8698 Ken
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