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1mo ago

Senior Product Developer

Blue Marble Ashland, OR

Ashland, OR

1mo ago

Full time Senior Lead Pdm

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Job Description

Blue Marble invites a Senior Product Developer to join our Ashland, Oregon team in a hybrid capacity. This role guides the full lifecycle of toy product development, from initial concept through production, coordinating with internal teams, overseas manufacturers, and licensors to deliver consumer-ready products. You will contribute to a collaborative culture that values clarity, accountability, and steady progress, with support for professional development and relocation if needed.

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance

Responsibilities

Lead toy products through the full lifecycle from concept to launch by partnering with creative teams and stakeholders to seize opportunities and develop comprehensive product tech packs.
Maintain product specifications, bill of materials, and tech packs across all products to ensure engineering aligns with cost standards.
Manage, track, and communicate progress across departments to keep milestones visible and on track.
Provide leadership and direction to overseas manufacturers to achieve product goals.
Consistently deliver high-quality products that meet testing guidelines, licensor standards, and brand values.
Coordinate development timelines for multiple products within the company calendar.
Negotiate costs to meet margin expectations and confirm final costs with overseas partners.
Communicate across the organization through meetings, presentations, and one-on-one discussions as needed.
Conduct product research and present findings to stakeholders in a clear, organized manner.
Anticipate, identify, and proactively resolve development issues.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a consumer products toy field focused on product development; experience with sports or entertainment licensors/licensees (toy manufacturer) is preferred.
Extensive knowledge of toy categories, manufacturing techniques, materials, and technologies.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with meticulous attention to detail while maintaining a big-picture view with diverse groups.
Team player who is also an independent thinker, self-motivated, self-starter, analytical thinker, and creator.
Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, time management, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work effectively in a global environment.
Strong data management and project management skills; able to identify solutions and remove obstacles to understand decision impact.
Ability to communicate complex concepts, projected performance, and risks to team and senior management.
Proven ability to negotiate and influence without formal authority.
Creative flair in both ideation and execution.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience with PDM and PLM systems and Stage Gate style project management is preferred.
Occasional travel overseas, less than 10%.

Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite
Excel, Word, PowerPoint
PDM, PLM systems
Stage Gate process

Location and work arrangement

Location: Ashland, Oregon. This is a hybrid remote role based in Ashland, OR 97520. Preference is for candidates who can commute to the location.

Application question

Application question: Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (for example, H-1B)?

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