Summary
Join a creative product development team coordinating seasonal consumer goods from concept through production. You’ll manage samples, timelines, approvals, specifications, and vendor communication while collaborating across design, sourcing, merchandising, and production to deliver products that meet quality, cost, and retail requirements.
Highlights
Coordinate the full development cycle for seasonal consumer products, from concepts and samples through approvals and production. The role offers cross-functional collaboration with design, sourcing, merchandising, and production teams while providing exposure to trends, materials, retail assortments, and international vendor relationships.
Description
Company Description CultureFly is a creative company built by pop-culture enthusiasts who design original products for both dedicated and casual fans.
The team believes pop culture is a way of living and connecting, and uses this passion to build inclusive communities where everyone can express themselves freely.
CultureFly is the creator behind popular subscription boxes such as the Pusheen Box, The Nick Box, and the Star Wars Galaxy Box.
Team members collaborate to bring licensed brands and fan-favorite franchises to life through thoughtfully designed collectibles, apparel, home goods, and seasonal items.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Product Development Coordinator to support multi-category seasonal product development across licensed and private label programs for mass market and specialty retail.
This role supports the development process from concept through production, coordinating samples, approvals, timelines, and communication with internal teams and overseas vendors.
Our ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and interested in new products, trends, materials, and retail assortments.
Responsibilities
Support development of seasonal products across multiple categories and seasons.Track development timelines, approvals, and production milestones.Review samples and prepare detailed sample comments and revision notes for factories.Maintain product specifications, development documents, and sample records.Communicate daily with overseas vendors and factory partners.Coordinate sample shipments, approvals, and product updates.Assist with trend research, competitive shopping, and product inspiration.Organize product reviews, line reviews, and internal presentations.Partner with design, sourcing, merchandising, and production teams to keep projects moving on schedule.Help ensure products meet retailer requirements, cost targets, and quality standards.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in product development coordination – licensed and private brands - for major retailers.Experience working with overseas factoriesExperience with wide range of consumer products [small soft/hard goods.]Understanding of seasonal product categories.Experience reviewing product samples and communicating revisions clearly.Strong organizational and follow-up skills.Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Preferred Experience
Gift, novelty, home, accessories, or impulse product categoriesPackaging product experience – packaging, pdqs, pallets.
Key Attributes
Detail-oriented and organizedStrong written communication skillsInterest in products, retail, and trendsAble to prioritize and manage multiple deadlinesComfortable working in a fast-paced environment
