Assistant Product Development Manager - Shenzhen

Purpose of Position

• We are seeking an Assistant Product Development Manager to join our global Product Development team. Reporting to the Associate Product Development Director, you will support the end-to-end development and commercial readiness of the protective case product line, moving concepts through to post-launch analysis with clear timelines, quality standards, and commercial viability. You will work closely with the product leadership and wider cross-functional units to keep the line commercially sharp and operationally reliable.

Job Descriptions

• Owns the end-to-end product development process for the protective case line from concept through post-launch analysis.
• Prepares ROI analyses, development timelines, and launch plans in coordination with internal teams and manufacturing partners.
• Collaborates with product designers and engineers to develop design concepts and specifications that meet customer requirements and manufacturing capabilities.
• Partners with suppliers and the sourcing team to identify, test, and manage materials and suppliers that meet performance, cost, quality, and lifecycle requirements.
• Manages the product development and production process by aligning manufacturers, vendors, and internal teams on timelines, product quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Builds short- and long-term sales forecasts and management reports that inform pricing, volume, and resource decisions.
• Determines product pricing by analyzing market research, production and sales costs, anticipated volumes, and special-order requirements.
  
  
  

Requirement

• Degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience managing end-to-end product development for consumer goods or tech accessories, including manufacturing coordination. Experience with protective cases, phone accessories, or similar lifestyle tech products is an advantage.
• Hands-on experience coordinating with manufacturers and vendors on timelines, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills, with the ability to assess product viability and market fit.
• Excellent time management and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Committed to delivering quality results on time, with strong attention to detail, accountability, and responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage across all organizational levels.
• Fluent in spoken and written English and Cantonese.