Job: Product Development Specialist – Special Projects

Location:	Los Angeles, CA - Headquarters
Referral Program Level:	1
Department:	Product Development
Description
Job Title:            Product Development Specialist – Special Projects Reports to:      TBD Department:  Product Development FLSA Classification:   Exempt JOB SUMMARY: The Product Development Specialist– Special Projects is a highly visible role that works across the organization and with our overseas manufacturers to ensure projects are completed on time, on budget and meet customer requirements. This role best suits a self-motivated, results-oriented individual who is comfortable in a casual, but fast paced, environment. He/She must possess the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, using strong written and verbal communication skills to visualize, define and implement a prioritized process to meet business needs. KEY MEASUREMENT CRITERIA & MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Execute special project requests from various department, proactively gathering and analyzing required information needed Quickly assess project requirements, taking action to minimize costs effectively Improve and streamline operating procedures for the private label program Track and analyze projected plans vs. actuals. Review and analyze projects; take required action in the most effective manner to minimize costs and maximum revenue Act as a central point of contact for special projects Directly communicate project milestones to stakeholders Manage the coordination of suppliers and other departments to analyze, identify, and effectively resolve product availability issues DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE DESIRED SKILLS High level communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and coordinate efforts Naturally organized and able to multitask effectively Able to resolve complex development issues with an extended/overseas team in a fast paced environment Able to report program status and interact in escalations as appropriate Strong business acumen with an ability to exercise good business decisions that are typically complex and broad in nature Proactively approaches and follows through on important issues Able to compare, contrast and quality check work with a keen attention to detail Able to manage multiple face paced and complex projects while maintaining consistent accuracy and quality of work Able to work under pressure and high impact deadlines with minimal supervision WORK EXPERIENCE: Experience with private label products in the consumer electronics field Experience coordinating supply with Asian based overseas manufacturers Familiarity with Microsoft Office application, especially Excel Experience with high volume, quick ramp of new products Experience with Six Sigma a plus MISCELLANEOUS: Local candidates preferred EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain/Operations or other relevant field of study; or equivalent experience Minimum of 1-2 years experience in operations/materials management working with private label products and overseas manufacturing COMPUTER & EQUIPMENT SKILLS: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience with Apple Computers/Mac OS a plus and Windows applications Complex Spreadsheets Database and reporting tools Electronic project management systems Experience in Oracle, Arena, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop a plus OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS: Adheres to all requirements for confidentiality of corporate, finance and R&D information Adheres to direction from management on distribution controls, secure filing and disposal, records retention and storage for drawings, contracts and other sensitive materials                         PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS       Sits for extended periods of time at a computer station or work desk; stands and walks throughout the day; uses hands and fingers to operate computers and office equipment for up to 8 hours each day; lifts up to 10 pounds regularly; exposed to typical office environment conditions and noise levels
Job Type:	Full time
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