Senior Manager, Product Design Pokémon Plastics

As the Sr. Product Design Manager on our Pokmon plastics team, you will manage the successful design and development of assigned licensed products while demonstrating creative thinking and innovation on a wide variety of projects to support and align with brand strategies and objectives. Working closely with internal cross-functional departments and external partners, you will be tasked to deliver innovative and exciting toy product(s) that are fun to play with! Additionally, you will manage junior design staff as well as external vendors to keep product designs on schedule and within budget. Being an effective coach and mentor to your design team will be key to this role.

What you will do

• Manage projects through the entire design, development, and QC/QA processes, being conscientious of cost, quality, and schedule
• Manage external vendor partnerships
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects within design specifications
• Work collaboratively with your branding, product management, engineering, packaging, licensing, and other internal and external team partners to create innovative product
• Generate new toy concepts to enhance the brand
• Responsible for completing, reviewing, submitting, and providing comments for Illustrative turns, 3D sculpts, paint masters, and sample reviews
• Support the overall strategic goals of product within a brand, providing direction and feedback during the development process that is attentive to licensor and internal brand needs
• Successfully evolve from concept through initial ideation, refinement, prototype execution,n and turn over packages to development teams
• Champion great design in our products and help assure they are within target cost and QA/QC requirements with very little supervision
• Collaborate closely and provide continuous feedback to internal cross-functional departments during all phases of development
• Develop product documentation and specifications sheets to send to the Asia team for development
• Provide support to the Senior leadership team
• Prepare and lead meetings, track schedules, and manage action items for the team
• Act as a trainer, mentor, and coach for our staff members
• Foster a constructive and motivating team dynamic where the team feels supported and confident in having open conversations with you as their manager
• Lead the team by example and ensure that time and attention are spent with the individual members for proper training and mentoring as well as for career growth/pathing discussions
• Provide clear support and direction to your team so they have clear objectives and a runway to execute their jobs effectively and efficiently
• Manage project assignments and resource allocation
• Participate in all stages of the employee life cycle

Manages People: Yes

• This role is responsible for providing work direction to others, including assigning and evaluating work and providing mentorship and guidance to others.
• This role is responsible for the performance management of the team.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in toy design, industrial design, industrial engineering, or an industry-relevant field preferred
• 5+ years of experience in product design with a focus on toys, collectibles, POP culture, and Consumer Products
• 5+ years of experience working with global manufacturing factories (Asia preferred)
• 3+ years of leadership experience
• Experience working with licensed brands
• Compelling portfolio of work over a wide range of product creative projects
• Strong visual, verbal, and written communication skills
• Knowledge of materials and multiple manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of working with Asia factories
• Knowledge of working with licensed brands
• Ability to wear multiple hats for design
• Demonstrate a strong design sense and problem-solving skills
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office & G-Suite
• Expertise in control drawings and rendered illustration of concepts
• Strong proficiency in adobe creative suite (illustrator, photoshop, and indesign) and other graphic design software
• Leadership skills: able to train, coach, mentor, motivate, inspire and develop others
• High level of autonomy and resourcefulness
• Process and efficiency driven
• Exceptional presentation skills; must be comfortable presenting to members at all levels of the organization and at industry events

Working Conditions

• Environment: Office
• Extreme Exposures: None
• Schedule: Regular office; may require occasional calls with Asia counterparts outside of regular hours
• Physical Requirements:
  • Light; Lifting up to 25 lbs
  • Must be able to sit at desk for extended periods of time
• Travel Required: Yes - Limited

What we offer:

At Jazwares, we believe in providing our employees with comprehensive and competitive benefits that support their well-being and overall satisfaction. The salary range for this position is $100,000.00 - 110,000.00/Yr. The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.

Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes a Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.

Working at Jazwares

At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.

• Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
• Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
• Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together!

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Who We Are

Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows, Pokmon, Hello Kitty, Star Wars, Disney, BumBumz, and Adopt Me. In addition to toys, offerings include virtual games, costumes, and pet products. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook