Product Development

2 months ago

Austell, United States The Recruiting Pros Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

TITLE: PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Location: Austell, GA

Pay: $95k - $110k, plus generous benefits

Position Type: Full-time, permanent immediate position; hybrid (1 day remote, 4 days onsite)

Our team at The Recruiting Pros is recruiting a talented Product Development Manager with experience in developing technical consumer goods products include those requiring mechanical/digital/Bluetooth/Wi-Fi/IoT (Internet of Things) functionality on behalf of a well-established wholesaler/retailer located in Austell, GA. The company continues to be innovative and creative, and they are committed to the ongoing investment in their people, processes and products.

In this role you will collaborate with Sales, Sourcing and retailers to create and manage the 1 – 3 year product strategy for your assigned category including the creation, expansion and life cycle management of branded and non-branded products to match each retailers’ objectives and to achieve company goals related to product and category growth, increased market share, revenue, profitability, and ROI.

To be successful in this role you will need NPD experience and knowledge of packaging, instructional materials, creating testing criteria and evaluating results, IoT specifications, and quality control standards plus an understanding of various channels of distribution including mass, specialty, DIY, office products and home décor for brick-and-mortar stores as well as e-Commerce.

This role is a mix of product management and development, and you will spend your week managing the product lifecycle with a thorough understanding of external vendor specifications, SKU analysis, consumption, data/POS analysis and research, forecasting and pricing/margins.

You will leverage your resourcefulness, creative nature and product development experience related to mechanical and technical consumer goods to maintain an understanding of how to conduct market research and manage your findings related to product trends/customers’ needs/retailers’ product strategies and have the ability to clearly communicate ideas and concepts to internal and external stakeholders, retailers, factory partners and leadership.

This is a full-time, permanent placement position with a hybrid work schedule (one day remote, four days onsite) and will require travel to customer sites and overseas vendors (approximately 10% to 15% travel).


Routine responsibilities will require you to:

  • Collaborate with members of the accounting group and cross-functional teams to achieve departmental and organizational goals.
  • Identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement in accounting processes and procedures; implement solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Conduct thorough analysis of manufacturing costs including raw material, labor, and overhead expenses to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement to support the decision-making process.
  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reporting to support the activities of the business and present to leadership.
  • Prepare and analyze financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and record journal entries to accurately reflect the financial transactions.
  • Calculate and book depreciation, fixed asset ledgers, and reconciliation.
  • Monitor and control expenses to ensure alignment with budgets.
  • Perform treasury function with cash applications and banking operations.
  • Process vendor invoices and payments ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
  • Processing sales and use tax returns quarterly.
  • Review and process employee expense reports and implement processes to go paperless.
  • Assist in providing documentation and support during internal and external audits; collaborate with auditors to address inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
  • Stay current with changes in accounting regulations and standards by reading related materials, attending related conferences/trainings/etc.


Required experience and qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
  • 3 + years of experience in accounting or finance role in a manufacturing environment
  • Understanding of costing methods such as job costing and standard costing
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and regulations GAAP/IFRS
  • Proficiency in accounting software
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

If you have the required skills and experience as outlined above, please click APPLY NOW. Once we’ve reviewed your information, you’ll receive a call or email regarding the status of your application. If you realize you are not a fit for this position and know someone who is, we would certainly appreciate your referral.

Our team at The Recruiting Pros has more than two decades of success in placing GREAT CANDIDATES at GREAT COMPANIES. We service the southeast with expertise in filling permanent placement positions related to manufacturing, supply chain, warehousing and distribution. Learn more about us at www.TheRecruitingPros.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, disability or any other protected category as specified by applicable law or regulation.

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