Talentfoot Executive Search and Staffing · 1 day ago
Product Development & Brand Manager
Port Washington, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expTalentfoot Executive Search is partnering with an award-winning precision-tool brand known for its high-quality grooming tools. They are seeking a Product Development & Brand Manager to lead the development and execution of new products in their Pet Collection, managing the entire process from concept to market while collaborating with various cross-functional teams.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Own the Pet Collection new product pipeline, from opportunity identification and concepting through commercialization and lifecycle management
Translate consumer, category, and competitive insights into a clear product roadmap, including assortment gaps, pricing tiers, and innovation priorities
Lead cross-functional development to deliver products on-time and to spec, managing key milestones (samples, packaging, claims, testing, quality, and legal readiness)
Build pricing and margin plans for new and existing items, partnering to manage COGS, targets, and profitability outcomes
Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for suppliers and external partners to keep development moving and risks surfaced early
Partner with Sales to support retailer needs (line reviews, channel-specific materials, exclusives) and incorporate retail feedback into product decisions
Collaborate with Sourcing, Supply Chain, and Quality to identify and onboard suppliers and ensure launches meet all product and packaging requirements
Work with Creative/Digital Content teams to develop launch plans, product storytelling, packaging direction, and content timelines
Develop and deliver product/brand presentations and internal trainings to align stakeholders on launches, updates, and priorities
Monitor performance (POS, shipments, and portfolio health), recommend actions to optimize results, and lead annual SKU rationalization/complexity reduction
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated track record of successfully bringing consumer products to market and improving portfolio performance through data-informed decisions
A minimum of 4–5 years of progressive experience in product management and/or product development (pet industry experience preferred, but strong adjacent consumer goods experience is welcomed)
Hands-on ownership of new product development from concept through launch, including timelines, sample management, and cross-functional execution
Strong commercial acumen, including pricing strategy, margin/COGS management, and comfort using sales/market insights to guide recommendations
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and represent the portfolio in internal and customer-facing settings
Ability to travel ~15% domestically and internationally for factory visits and industry events/trade shows
Preferred
Familiarity with grooming tools and/or pet grooming categories; strong understanding of product quality standards and testing requirements
Bachelor's degree is a plus; equivalent experience will be considered
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Talentfoot Executive Search and Staffing
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