Product Developer - Soft Goods & Tech Bags

Do you love bringing trend-forward products to life, working closely with global factories, and making a massive impact at a fast-growing brand?

Velvet Caviar

is looking for a

Soft Goods Product Developer

to own and expand our bags category! From viral puffy laptop sleeves to premium vanity cases and more, you'll be the technical mastermind driving innovation across our entire soft goods pipeline. As a leading tech and fashion accessory brand with millions of customers worldwide, this is your opportunity to join an exciting, nimble team and see your creations out in the real world. If you are a passionate maker who thrives on perfection and innovation, we want to hear from you.

ABOUT US:
Velvet Caviar is a leading phone accessories brand with over 1+ Million social media followers and millions of customers; established in New York since 2015. We're mostly known for pioneering the tech accessories market with our stylish phone cases and matching accessories. Our products can be found in national retailers and on thousands of celebrities and influencers worldwide! With a smaller team environment, Velvet Caviar is a great place for collaboration, personal development, and making an impact.

Learn more about our brand by visiting our Instagram at

@velvetcaviar

and our website, velvetcaviar.com

RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a Soft Goods Product Developer, you'll concept new products, manage your own development timelines, work with designers, factory managers, and collaborate closely with the Velvet Caviar founder and Product Director.

Your primary responsibilities:

Lead product development for new soft goods bags in tech and travel

Collaborate with designers to draft 2D sketches of final soft goods

Convert 2D design sketches into complete, factory-ready tech packs

Communicate with the overseas factories daily on developments

Organize and present samples for final approval from leadership

Prepare and submit tech packs for approved purchase orders

Supervise the initial production timelines for strict on time delivery

Negotiate pricing on new development amongst multiple vendors

Collaborate with packaging designers for new product developments

Report quarterly on product landscape, trends, and opportunities

Report on new development consumer feedback and improvements

Create hyper organized systems for tracking your developments

Source, screen, and negotiate with new vendors as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in Design or Production

Minimum 3-5 years developing bags or soft goods

Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator preferred

Track record of launching new products and styles

Experienced working with factories in China, etc.

Highly organized and timeline oriented (PLM experience)

Comfortable working in a fast paced work environment

Strong analytical skills for factories and product samples

Impeccable communication, costing, and negotiation skills

Creative thinker, strong problem solver, and positive attitude

Able to conduct extensive research and present thoroughly

Comfortable talking to vendors in the early morning or evening

Comfortable with a hybrid schedule (2 days/week in office)

PERKS:

Strong Salary + Performance Bonuses

15+ PTO days and paid Holidays off

401k and Health Insurance coverage

Nice office at the Brooklyn Navy Yard

Be a key player in a growing brand!

Drinks, snacks, and team events

Velvet Caviar is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.

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