A Product Developer is responsible for the identification, co-development & sourcing of consumer products and manufacturing. Novel Brands is searching for market research skills and complete lifecycle product management in the manufacturing space – from concept to commercialization.

Novel Brands develops, manufactures, distributes & markets Consumer Products, such as Sweat Shaper & Sensor Brite. From concept to commercialization, we handle the entire process of bringing a brand to market.

If you have experience working with cross-functional manufacturing teams and have worked in the creation of products that improve consumer experiences, Novel Brands is the company you want to work at.

Experience with overseas vendors and manufacturing partners valued.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the operational and project management responsibilities regarding new and current product development initiatives
• Support sourcing initiatives and onboarding new product vendors
• Research, source, and pitch new product ideas
• Organize, update & maintain status reports on projects relative to activities with our sourcing team
• Review, evaluate, and maintain submitted ideas from teams, inventors, or joint ventures with other companies.
• Conduct market research
• Ordering comp/product samples for review
• Regularly meet with the team to discuss new products
• Help to identify new and manage current vendor partners
• Work cross-functionally with our Creative, Operations, Customer Experience and teams to take products from idea to launch
• Work with designers and engineers in the development
• Offer input on product design & function
• Help to kick off setups & relay item setups needed
• Offer feedback in merchandising & planning meetings
• Offer feedback in regards to artwork & packaging
• Help to assist any sales related needs

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Self-managed
• Introspective, self-motivated
• Detail-oriented and energetic
• An affinity for developing consumer products as well as product research & analysis
• Ability to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Exceptional presentation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask and manage several projects simultaneously, while meeting deadlines and budget goals
• Have an eye for detail & design

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in Product Development, Production, and Sourcing roles
• Strong grasp of project management and personal time management skills
• Strong analytical, research & problem-solving skills
• Experience with overseas vendors and manufacturing partners is preferred
• Experience in packaging development and sourcing a plus
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Google Suite
• Social Media proficiency

• How your experience makes you the best candidate for this position
• How you meet the requirements and how you obtained the skills in the job description
• Why you want to work for Novel Brands.
• Please include [POSITION TITLE, YOUR NAME] in the subject line. Only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

• Create a brand-aligned copy, imagery, and effective social media presence across all platforms;
• Facebook/Instagram, Google, Snapchat, TikTok and expand on other platforms
• Spotify, Traditional TV, Connect TV, Outdoor and more
• Manage social media content calendars, identifying relevant opportunities and maintaining creative strategy through posting on social channels;
• Managing & launching new product tests
• Working with Creative to build and test Ad’s
• Working with Creative to A/B test
• Working with Creative & Product Managers on upsells, down sells & cross-sells
• Maintaining open communication with Creative RE video & Ad performance
• Developing new marketing strategies
• Overseeing the marketing stack/apps used on our websites
• Supporting SEO efforts
• Supporting Email efforts
• Supporting Keyword efforts across all ad channels & marketplaces
• Supporting Affiliate efforts
• Taking ownership of the overall performance of our P&L’s, ad performance, channel performance, marketplace performance & promotion performance

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Self-managed
• Self-starter
• Detail-oriented and energetic
• Ability to multitask and manage several projects simultaneously, while meeting deadlines and budget goals
• Strong time-management and people skills, flexibility, and multitasking ability
• Strong mathematical aptitude
• Performance/results-driven

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• 2+ years of related work experience (Product Development)
• Excellent Project Management & Communication skills
• Strong analytical, research & problem-solving skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Google Suite
• Paid Social Media proficiency
• Strong proficiency in Google Ad’s and all associated Google Ad Products

• How your experience makes you the best candidate for this position
• How you meet the requirements and how you obtained the skills in the job description
• Why you want to work for Novel Brands.
• Please include [POSITION TITLE, YOUR NAME] in the subject line. Only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 About Us

Novel Brands develops, distributes, and markets Consumer Products, such as Sweat Shaper and Sensor Brite. We sell our products via e-commerce/DTC websites and manage the entire project lifecycle from concept to commercialization. We are a startup company experiencing rapid growth and seeking to build a high-performing team.

About The Role

We’re searching for an ambitious problem-solver with an entrepreneurial spirit to join us in building forward-looking brands that create authentic consumer experiences. As a Creative Coordinator, you’ll be leading the charge in market research, creative development, and content management. Your focus will be on content creation and the everyday execution of our brand marketing strategies. You will wear many hats and support a range of creative marketing initiatives and consumer touchpoints in this role. You will work in close collaboration with the Brand Director to create content and manage multiple social and sales channels. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct new product and audience research for internal team review and consideration
• Create pitch decks on new product opportunities highlighting features, benefits, competitive analysis, and live demonstration suggestions
• Support external team members who deliver copywriting, graphic, and motion design assets
• Ensure asset deliverables align with our brand voice and visual identity across channels, with a sharp focus on keeping content consistent and cohesive
• Lead social media content preparation, execution, and content posting schedule, including caption copywriting, curating and organizing user-generated content, and community management (Customer service responsibilities are not in scope for this role)
• Drive promotion planning, new product releases, and content changes through Shopify+ Launchpad
• Prepare image and video assets for varying sales and social channel deployment
• Assemble new product landing pages through pre-built Shopify themes for marketing research and development
• Assist in producing photo shoots and video productions
• Maintain all creative assets on our server for easy access across teams
• Assist Brand Director in identifying marketing framework for new brand launches by providing actionable insights
• Exhibit awareness of the latest social trends and follow best practices of top-performing brands for inspiration

Skills

• Organization and attention to detail
• Creative ideation
• Ability to multitask and balance several projects while meeting deadlines and budget targets
• Ability to manage and execute a content calendar
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strategic mindset and problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt and evolve in the ever-changing digital advertising landscape

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• Minimum 2+ years of related work experience (Consumer packaged goods experience is a plus)
• E-commerce experience preferred (Agency experience is a plus)
• Strong project management and time management skills
• Team player and strong collaborator
• Passion for digital advertising and innovation in consumer products
• Proficiency with creative design tools, Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite
• Proficiency with e-commerce platforms (Shopify or equivalent)
• Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and social media proficiency

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Benefits package including medical, 401k, flextime/WFH, vacation policy, and summer Fridays
• A dynamic working environment with a small, energetic team
• Opportunity to take ownership of an essential aspect of the business and grow your career

To Apply

Submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio (optional) to casey@novelbrands.com, detailing:

• How your experience makes you the best candidate for this position
• Please include [POSITION TITLE, YOUR NAME] in the subject line