[Hiring] New Product Associate @Activate Talent

Job Title: New Product Associate

Schedule: 8 - 5pm PST working hours

About Our Client:

Our client is a wellness-focused brand dedicated to enhancing daily self-care routines through innovative products. They specialize in creating high-quality, natural shower steamers infused with essential oils designed to transform ordinary showers into rejuvenating aromatherapy experiences. With a strong emphasis on promoting relaxation, energy, and stress relief, their mission is to help individuals seamlessly integrate moments of mindfulness and well-being into their busy lives.

Job Overview:

As the New Product Development Associate, you will play a pivotal role in transforming our product vision into reality. Your primary responsibility will be to execute the end-to-end product development process, ensuring that each product meets our quality, pricing, and timeline expectations. You will take a predefined product vision and source, vet, negotiate, and finalize suppliers to bring the product to market. Your success will be measured by your ability to launch 10+ high-quality products within 3 months, secure top-tier suppliers, and drive 4.5+ star reviews on Amazon

Responsibilities: ? Product Development & Supplier Management ? Own the execution of the entire product development process from sourcing to purchase order proposal. ? Identify and vet suppliers that align with our product vision, focusing on quality and scalability. ? Conduct intro calls with suppliers, communicate detailed product specifications, and assess sample quality. ? Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to secure the best deals without compromising quality. ? Propose final supplier and product selection for approval before placing purchase orders (POs). ? Ensure on-time delivery of samples and production orders to maintain development timelines.

Execution & Quality Assurance
? Manage the simultaneous development of 10+ products within a structured 3-month launch cycle.
? Ensure that each product meets our high-quality standards and is positioned to achieve 4.5+ star ratings on Amazon
? Oversee supplier performance to ensure consistent product quality, compliance, and efficiency.

Requirements: ? 2-4 years of experience in product sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management. ? Proven ability to negotiate pricing and supplier terms effectively. ? Strong communication skills to liaise with suppliers and ensure product specifications are met. ? Highly organized with a detail-oriented mindset for quality control and supplier vetting. ? Experience working with Amazon/e-commerce supply chains is a plus.