Product Development Manager

Company DescriptionUniversal Pictures were the first of the modern Hollywood studios, and over their one hundred years, they have been responsible for some of the world’s most memorable feature films. The home of ET, Jurassic Park, Despicable Me, Jason Bourne, Dracula, Bridget Jones, Mamma Mia, The Mummy, Les Miserables, King Kong and the unstoppable Fast & Furious franchise, to name a few.Universal Products & Experiences oversees NBCUniversal's consumer product and digital licensing for Universal Pictures, NBC Television, Focus Features and Sprout Channel. Universal Products & Experiences is part of NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks, and a suite of leading internet-based businesses. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.**Job Description**:- Review product and packaging submissions at each stage of the product development process. Ensure concepts, pre-production and production samples (including packaging) are following brand & design guidelines, aligned with the business strategies, follow relevant trends and is pushing creativity and innovation when possible.- Route and manage the flow of submissions via the online approval system to all appropriate reviewers, including 3rd parties to ensure the process is efficient and moving forward at all times.- Capture comments/feedback in an organized and concise manner and communicate actionable and clear feedback to partners in a timely manner.- Be the expert on the online product approvals system to effectively manage & track all product submissions, setup new users, and train new users.- Be the expert and remain updated on all creative assets related to product development. Communicate all updates regarding creative assets to licensees and category partners, including but not limited to - product & creative strategy, timing and delivery, new assets, and changes in assets.- Establish solid relationships with category teams to learn and understand the business in order to address questions/tasks that arise in the product approvals process.- Establish solid relationships with licensees & 3rd parties to be the main contact for product approvals and creative asset related questions/issues.- Manage product line reviews by identifying the appropriate products, creating product boards, gathering and setting up product boards, presentations and samples.- Manage and organize all product samples. Be responsible for all product sample requests, i.e. meetings, product display set ups, internal executive requests. Act as a key contact for the offsite storage facility to keep samples organized and documented to ensure easy access for requests.- Develop trends and product POV/inspiration boards to support pitches and presentations.- Participate in retail visits and conduct market research to: Keep informed and up to date of the retail and product environment, understand how to keep products on trend and competitive, and identify new product opportunities.**Qualifications**:- Product Development experience in the Consumer Products industry with either a licensor or a manufacturer.- Knowledgeable in beauty cosmetics, food, beverage and personal care brands and products.- Knowledge and interest in film and entertainment brands.- Must possess strong attention to detail, have strong organizational skills, be proactive, and able to work efficiently, multi-task and prioritize within a fast-paced environment.- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and consistent product design direction to many stakeholders.- Ability to think strategically about product line development, how it aligns with business strategies and keeping products on trend and competitive.- Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information in a discreet manner.- Able to work independently and collaborate/partner with across internal team members.- Able to manage/prioritize workload and execute on key priorities.- Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs, Keynote, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator.- Bachelor’s Degree desired.Additional InformationNBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with