Product Developer (Hard Goods)

Position: Product Developer

FSLA Status: Full-time/Exempt

Location: Newport Beach, CA

Travel: Up to 25% of domestic or international travel

Pay Rate: $85,000- $100,000

About Us

At Best Choice Products, our mission is to develop the world's best-selling products inspired by real people. For over 20 years, our e-commerce retail brand has been committed to developing products for families everywhere. Our diverse catalog includes outdoor living, lawn & garden essentials, toys & games, home furniture, and even seasonal decor. As we like to say, there's something for everyone in the family! Our success is best defined by a collaborative culture full of inspired minds and a willingness to contribute new ideas. Some of our most rewarding moments include being part of the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America and a Top Workplace (2022) by the Orange County Register! Please visit our website for more information.

Reporting Structure

The Product Developer is a member of the Product Development Team and reports to the Product Development Manager. This position also partners with cross-functional stakeholders and team members across the organization.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities

• Validate popular and relevant products by meticulously analyzing market information and researching customer reviews.
• Prepare and present presentations to educate, inform, and identify all product requirements, specifications, and timelines.
• Assess current competitor offerings, seeking opportunities to always elevate the product for improved features, designs and functions.
• Determine product pricing by utilizing market research data, reviewing production and sales costs, finalizing cost structure and margin.
• Define development goals and manage key milestones by taking ownership of your project through creative problem solving and articulation of risks, to ensure the project meets all requirements and remains on track with timelines.
• Collaborate directly with BCP overseas office to ensure product development projects are executed within pre-defined scope and timelines.
• Foster positive working relationships with overseas vendors through effective communications across various platforms of communication. (email, video calls, etc.)
• Drive the execution of all product lifecycle processes for products, including product research, market research, competitive analysis, planning, positioning, and product launch.
• Analyze market data to draft creative brief plans and provide clear direction for our creative team.
• Manage calendar to ensure all critical milestones are met.
• Collaborate with cross functional groups such as Category Management, Sourcing, Vendor Management, Quality Control, Creative, and other departments to ensure successful communication and product launches.
• Lead product meetings to coordinate actions and mitigate project risks.
• Understand requirements for compliance, regulatory, and other standards regarding your product lines.
• Be attuned to the eCommerce community daily to understand product trends, new competitor launches and define key competitors.
• Collaborate daily with your manager to gather input on new product development ideas, ensuring optimal success in new product launches.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Required Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required; comparable work experience may be substituted to meet educational requirements.
• 3-5 years' experience successfully developing and launching product lines.
• Working knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator; knowledge of SolidWorks is a plus.
• A love of retail and great commercial awareness.
• Excellent research and data analysis skills.
• Presentation skills and the ability to explain data clearly.
• The ability to use databases and spreadsheet software. (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 suite.
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Ability to identify and offer effective solutions to problems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and cope under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Prior experience communicating with vendors a plus.

Benefits & Perks

Join us and experience a workplace where benefits and perks are designed with you in mind.

• Flex Fridays: Embrace the freedom of optional remote work every Friday.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Inclusive medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Support When You Need It: Our Employee Assistance Program is here to provide confidential support for personal and work-related issues.
• Future-Forward Financials: Secure your future with our 401k plan, complete with up to a 3% company match.
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy vacation time, paid holidays, and sick days to rest and recharge.
• Fuel Your Day: Delight in a variety of snacks and drinks to keep you energized, including the occasional catered lunch.
• Exclusive Discounts: Take advantage of our generous employee discount on our products, plus occasional product giveaways and raffles.
• Play Hard: Unwind with our on-site arcade games and ping pong to connect with colleagues.
• Stay Fit: Access our onsite gym or bicycles-for-borrow to keep your fitness goals on track.
• Celebrate Together: Join us for milestone and birthday celebrations, as well as happy hours, quarterly team bonding events, and our annual holiday party.

If you meet most of our criteria and are excited about our mission, we encourage you to apply and grow with us. Your unique experiences and perspectives could be just what we're looking for.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $85,000 - $100,000 USD annually. You will also be eligible to participate in BCP's benefits and bonus programs. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills and experience.

Where to Find Us

www.bestchoiceproducts.com

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At BCP, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Best Choice Products proudly provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, embracing differences in race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Discrimination and harassment of any kind have no place here.