Job Title: New Product Associate
Schedule: 8 – 5pm PST working hours
About Our Client:
Our client is a wellness-focused brand dedicated to enhancing daily self-care routines through innovative products. They specialize in creating high-quality, natural shower steamers infused with essential oils designed to transform ordinary showers into rejuvenating aromatherapy experiences. With a strong emphasis on promoting relaxation, energy, and stress relief, their mission is to help individuals seamlessly integrate moments of mindfulness and well-being into their busy lives.
Job Overview:
As the New Product Development Associate, you will play a pivotal role in transforming our product vision into reality. Your primary responsibility will be to execute the end-to-end product development process, ensuring that each product meets our quality, pricing, and timeline expectations. You will take a predefined product vision and source, vet, negotiate, and finalize suppliers to bring the product to market. Your success will be measured by your ability to launch 10+ high-quality products within 3 months, secure top-tier suppliers, and drive 4.5+ star reviews on Amazon
Responsibilities:
• Product Development & Supplier Management
• Own the execution of the entire product development process from sourcing to purchase order proposal.
• Identify and vet suppliers that align with our product vision, focusing on quality and scalability.
• Conduct intro calls with suppliers, communicate detailed product specifications, and assess sample quality.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to secure the best deals without compromising quality.
• Propose final supplier and product selection for approval before placing purchase orders (POs).
• Ensure on-time delivery of samples and production orders to maintain development timelines.
Execution & Quality Assurance
• Manage the simultaneous development of 10+ products within a structured 3-month launch cycle.
• Ensure that each product meets our high-quality standards and is positioned to achieve 4.5+ star ratings on Amazon
• Oversee supplier performance to ensure consistent product quality, compliance, and efficiency.
Requirements:
• 2-4 years of experience in product sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Proven ability to negotiate pricing and supplier terms effectively.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with suppliers and ensure product specifications are met.
• Highly organized with a detail-oriented mindset for quality control and supplier vetting.
• Experience working with Amazon/e-commerce supply chains is a plus.