Product Research and Development Specialist
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Job Title: Product Research and Development Specialist
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary:
The Product Research and Development Specialist plays a critical role in identifying market trends, compiling detailed product specifications, and collaborating with factories to bring innovative products to life. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and has strong communication skills to liaise effectively with both internal teams and external partners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth market research to identify consumer trends, competitor offerings, and emerging opportunities.
- Analyze customer needs and translate insights into viable product concepts.
- Compile technical specifications, product details, and material requirements based on research findings.
- Communicate and collaborate with manufacturers and factories, ensuring production aligns with design expectations and quality standards.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including design, marketing, and sales, to align product development strategies with business goals.
- Monitor prototyping and testing phases, ensuring products meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.
- Stay updated on industry regulations and compliance standards to maintain product integrity.
- Prepare and present reports, data analysis, and recommendations to leadership teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Product Development, or a related field.
- Proven experience in product research, development, or sourcing.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data and consumer trends.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills to liaise with suppliers and factories.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data analysis tools, and industry-specific software.
- Ability to work across time zones to coordinate with international teams (preferably overlapping with Chinese and NY time zones).
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with strong problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in manufacturing, sourcing, or product design is a plus.
- Knowledge of supply chain processes and vendor management.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards in product development.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Product Development, or a related field
- Proven experience in product research, development, or sourcing
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data and consumer trends
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills to liaise with suppliers and factories
Requirements
- Conduct in-depth market research to identify consumer trends, competitor offerings, and emerging opportunities
- Analyze customer needs and translate insights into viable product concepts
- Compile technical specifications, product details, and material requirements based on research findings
- Communicate and collaborate with manufacturers and factories, ensuring production aligns with design expectations and quality standards
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