Product Manager - Board Games

by Goliath | 2021-04-19

This position will work in collaboration with the Games Division of a robust global R&D team in the development of brand-new products. From inspiration & ideation, all the way through to production, this position plays a pivotal role in ensuring that items move through each step in our process, are on time, hit cost and quality requirements, and are FUN TO PLAY!

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Work with Brand Management to develop scope of work and budget for each project and to design games that will be successful in various channels
• Develop specifications for new items to facilitate factory quotations
• Work directly with graphic designers to define an overall design approach for each new item
• Participate in regular “critical path” meetings
• Work with licensors and game inventors to obtain product and art approvals at various stages of development, wherever necessary
• Help develop game play, play test and fine tune new game concepts
• Organize & manage play test sessions for projects during development
• Some copywriting
• Maintain all product specs and price quotes for new items, and ensure that internal product information databases are updated
• Manage development deadlines and production milestones for projects, ensuring that all key dates are met
• Become the in-house expert for assigned categories, identifying white space opportunities at retail and driving category growth
• Stay on top of current trends in toys, games, entertainment and pop culture
• Liaise with cross-organizational departments on game play training, product specs and schedules for all new items to ensure smooth product launches

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum 2 years of experience in project management and/or brand management, preferably in the development and manufacturing of consumer goods
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment
• Strong organizational skills, communication skills (written and verbal) and superior attention to detail are a must
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to assess situations and problem solve autonomously
• Have a sense of urgency in managing time and accomplishing tasks
• Have an adaptable nature, ability to rapidly shift priorities and change processes when dealing with unique or ambiguous projects
• Should have an interest in product fabrication, materials and design as well as the self-motivation to explore the market for new ideas
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite
• Comfortable on a MAC platform

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