Product Development Associate

Headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts, RMS International (USA) is a leading toy manufacturer creating trend-driven products that inspire imagination and delight children around the world. As we continue our journey to become the world's leading value toy company, we're looking for creative, collaborative people to help bring innovative products to market.

Role Overview

The Product Development Associate works directly with the Product Development Specialist to support the development and execution of new products. This role helps move products from early concept through presentation by coordinating creative, product, and communication efforts across teams.

The Product Development Associate also acts as a bridge between buyers, factories, sales, and internal teams, ensuring product information is accurate, clearly communicated, and aligned with the intended creative vision.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Creative Execution

• Support the development of new product ranges from concept through presentation.
• Help translate creative direction into clear, actionable guidance for the studio and partners.
• Ensure the creative vision is executed correctly across product design, packaging, and presentation materials.
• Review work coming from the studio to confirm alignment with the intended look, feel, and product story.
• Flag inconsistencies or issues and work with the team to correct them early.

Buyer, Factory & Content Coordination

• Work directly with buyers and factories to gather required product content and information.
• Collect, organize, and maintain accurate product details including features, specs, pricing, and timelines.
• Setting up item cards with complete and clear product information.
• Communicate product details and updates clearly back to buyers.
• Ensure buyers fully understand what the product is, how it functions, and how it should be positioned.

Project & Process Management

• Track multiple product ranges at once and help keep timelines moving.
• Capture feedback, action items, and next steps from meetings.
• Proactively identify risks, gaps, or misalignment and help drive solutions.
• Maintain organized files, assets, and documentation for active programs.

Showroom & Trade Show Support

• Assist with showroom setup and ongoing organization.
• Support trade show booth planning and execution, including product selection and presentation readiness.
• Support sales with client presentations via providing appropriate samples in advance (sometimes shipping them ahead of time).
• Help ensure all displayed products and materials clearly reflect the creative vision and product story.
• Sit in on meetings when the Product Development Specialist is unavailable.
• Represent creative and product priorities in a clear, professional manner.
• Take meeting notes and ensure follow-up and communication happen efficiently.
• Act as a point of continuity between teams, buyers, and leadership.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong interest in product development and creative execution.
• Comfortable working with buyers, factories, and cross-functional teams.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Clear and confident communicator.
• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, reliable, and solutions-oriented.
• Experience with item cards, product specs, or retail presentation is a plus.

What Success Looks Like

• Product ranges launch smoothly and stay aligned with creative intent.
• Buyers receive clear, accurate product information and feel confident in the offering.
• Item cards and product content are complete, organized, and correct.
• Studio output consistently reflects the intended creative vision.
• The Product Development Specialist is supported with strong follow-through and execution.

What We Offer

• Mission-Driven Growth: Be part of our ambitious journey to become the leading value toy company globally, prioritizing creativity, innovation, and fun for all.
• Collaborative Environment: Engage in a high-energy workplace where teamwork and cooperation thrive.
• Career Progression: Experience ongoing opportunities for advancement within our company.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Annual Bonus
  
  Incentives:
  
  Receive annual bonus incentives tied to personal and company performance, recognizing your contributions to our shared success.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: 401(k);
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance;
Paid time off

Schedule: 8-hour shift

RMS International is an equal opportunity employer and values collaboration, creativity, and innovation across our teams.