Product Development Manager

The Lumistella Company
Atlanta, GA
Job Description
Join the Lumistella Company, a global intellectual property company, as a Product Development Manager. Lead the executional development of plush and textile-based products, ensuring creative standards, cost, safety, and production feasibility targets.

Requirements

  • 5+ years in plush, apparel, or soft goods engineering / product development
  • Experience managing development cycles across seasonal and licensed product lines
  • Experience working with licensed IP partners on product submissions and approvals
  • Strong understanding of cut-and-sew, 3D character plush, and cost optimization
  • Pattern-making knowledge, cut and sew construction and 3D volume development
  • Understanding of textile performance characteristics
  • Knowledge of trims, embellishments, embroidery techniques
  • Strong knowledge of cost estimating and designing to specified cost restraints for soft goods
  • Digital tool experience preferred (PLM, Adobe Illustrator, CAD familiarity)
  • Experience working directly with overseas vendors and factories (China, Vietnam, or similar manufacturing hubs)
  • Familiarity with CPSIA and plush safety standards (domestic & international)

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k Matching
  • Retirement Plan
  • Visa Sponsorship
  • Four Day Work Week
  • Generous Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Relocation Assistance
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