Manager Product Design - Action Figures

About the position

The Product Design Manager will lead and inspire a group of designers, creating innovative products that are rooted in trends, kid insights and fun play. Collectible segments are designed to appeal the most ardent of fans with a focus on authenticity and quality. The Product Design Manager will execute and help create product design visions, strengthen the voice of our designers and will be ready for any hands-on managing that is required to keep the business moving. You will guide, nurture and grow your design team to empower the future leaders within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a group of designers in creating innovative products.
• Understand toy product design-development processes from ideation to production.
• Stay updated on the latest toy trends, materials, content, and innovation.
• Contribute and execute on product design visions.
• Create visual design language suitable for action figure audiences.
• Present concepts clearly to various audiences.
• Collaborate with outside licensors and internal teams.
• Identify consumer needs and behaviors with the Consumer Insights team.
• Manage multiple projects and assist the design team as needed.

Requirements

• 7 years+ of cross-functional experience in product development.
• Ability to embrace and interpret stories through toys.
• Collaborative and communicative team player.
• Self-directed problem-solver.
• Structured thinker able to develop frameworks for strategic decisions.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for making great products.

Benefits

• Competitive total pay programs.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Flexible work model.