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Velvet Caviar · 1 week ago

Director of Product Development

positionNew York, United States
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityDirector/Executive
money$140K/yr - $200K/yr
date8+ years exp

Velvet Caviar is a leading phone accessories brand known for pioneering the tech accessories market. The Director of Product Development will own and lead the entire product lifecycle for tech accessories, driving product strategy and execution while collaborating with various teams to launch market-shaping products.

Consumer ElectronicsE-CommerceElectronics

Responsibilities

Oversee and evolve the brand’s product portfolio & development roadmap
Lead the full product lifecycle from idea, concept, sample, production, launch
Own the development calendar with on time sampling, production, and launches
Manage and improve the product development team’s weekly progress
Review and final approve all product specs and packaging before production
Improve existing products’ features, durability, and aesthetics
Research market trends and pitch new ideas for the product portfolio
Improve relationships, terms, and costs with factories and suppliers
Communicate KPI’s monthly progress to both the product & executive team
Manage, mentor, and recruit for the product development team

Qualification

Consumer product developmentProduct lifecycle managementTeam leadershipPLM systems proficiencyMaterials knowledgeManufacturing processesKPI trackingCommunicatorHighly organizedAnalytical mindsetDeadline-orientedTrend relevanceDesign consistencyProject management toolsAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopCross-functional collaborationMentoring abilities

Required

8–12+ years in consumer product development; fashion or tech accessories preferred
3–5+ years in a senior or director-level leadership role
Bachelor's degree in Product Design, Business, Fashion, or related field
Proven track record of launching successful physical products
Familiar with DTC, retail, and e-commerce product cycles
Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing, and QC processes
Experience managing overseas vendors and factory relationships
Strong team leadership, management, and mentoring abilities
Very proficient in PLM systems, Airtable, Excel, and project tools (e.g., Asana)
Analytical mindset with KPI tracking and process improvement skills
Eye for design, trend relevance, and brand consistency
Excellent communicator and cross-functional collaborator
Able to manage multiple product lines and deadlines
Willing to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Highly organized and deadline-oriented
Willingness to work flexible hours for global coordination (e.g., Asia-based factories)
Able to work from the New York office Tuesdays & Thursdays

Preferred

Experience in fashion-forward or design-first product categories is a plus
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop

Benefits

Health Insurance coverage + other benefits
PTO Days + Specified National Holidays Off
Quarterly team events and or retreats
Hybrid schedule with 2 days a week in the office
Nice office at the Brooklyn Navy Yard

Company

Velvet Caviar

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Velvet Caviar is an eCommerce platform that offers phone cases, AirPods, MacBooks, watch bands, and accessories products.
dateFounded in 2014
location
Glen Cove, New York, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://velvetcaviar.com

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Michelle Aran
Chief Executive Officer
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