Loungefly - Associate, Product Developer (Softlines - Bags)

Funko • Burbank, CA

22d • $33 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Product Developer (Softlines) is responsible for making sure that concepts turn into cool Loungefly backpacks, bags, and wallets on retail shelves. They will manage projects from initial conception through our art team and into production in our factories. The position will collaborate with our external licensors (Lucas Arts, Marvel, Netflix, are a few examples), factories and sales teams to make sure that products are made with the required specifications. This position ensures key milestones and manufacturing/delivery dates are met.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Development or 2-3 year’s related experience in product development/creation in the consumer goods industry (accessories, apparel, footwear, etc.) – fast fashion; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with product tracking tools and software
• Experience in bill of materials (BOM) creation, spec sheet (tech pack) creation, design translation, product and material experience
• Understanding and experience with the product creation lifecycle in consumer goods industry
• Strong attention to detail and organization to keep up with product changes through the development and production process
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator; Adobe Photoshop a Plus

Nice To Haves

• Licensing Development a Plus!

Responsibilities

• Lead the magic behind the product pipeline by managing development timelines for roughly 30 new styles each month. Will keep projects on track, flag risks early, and deliver production ready sample (with supervision) to cross functional partners.
• Bring the vision to life through daily communication with Design, Licensing, factories, and cross-functional partners—ensuring every product moves smoothly from concept to creation.
• Champion the licensor approval journey by submitting products through proprietary platforms with speed, accuracy, and a keen eye for brand alignment.
• Partner with our art team to guarantee assets are delivered on time, meet licensor expectations, and align with initial design submissions—all while ensuring costs hit the mark.
• Create detailed, factory-ready tech packs that include materials, BOMs, EOQs, product instructions, and timelines. Will update and refine technical documents as products evolve.
• Serve as the go-to technical expert for factory partners, answering questions and clarifying specs to ensure flawless execution.
• Navigate production constraints with confidence, knowing what’s feasible and how to adjust to stay within manufacturing limits.
• Review and approve all samples and packaging—from silhouettes to stickers—providing clear feedback to ensure every detail is accurate, on-brand, high quality, and licensor-approved before production.
• Build strong relationships with licensors, ensuring every product meets brand standards, receives timely approvals, and ships in perfect form.
• Master the details in our Product Development tracking documents, entering and updating product data to keep all teams aligned and informed.
• Collaborate closely with the Quality and Compliance teams to identify risks early, resolve issues, coordinate product testing, and ensure documentation is complete across licensor platforms and internal systems.

Benefits

• Funko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company.
• Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment with people who love pop culture just as much as you do.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees