Product Development Manager

About the Company

Core Home is a style-driven housewares brand based in New York City, focused on creating kitchenware and hydration products for a wide mix of retailers, from major national chains to small independent stores across the United States and beyond. The company has spent the last 15 years building a diverse global team and continues to grow with an emphasis on innovation, quality, and a strong workplace culture.

About the Role

The company is hiring a Product Development Manager to join its retailer-focused product development group as a senior team member. This role is suited to someone who is highly creative, detail-oriented, and energized by fast-moving product work. The position involves turning ideas into market-ready products, staying ahead of trends, and collaborating closely with internal teams and suppliers to deliver successful categories.

What You Will Do

• Partner with suppliers to ensure product needs are met across design details, material reviews, packaging requests, and cost targets.
• Serve as the connection point between sales teams and suppliers for retailer-specific programs.
• Work alongside sales, design, and production to develop new products continuously while protecting category profitability through regular review of sales performance, material costs, freight calculations, and market feedback.
• Conduct frequent competitive store visits and market checks to stay current on pricing, key items, and trend direction.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and meeting updates for sales teams so they have the tools needed to present products to retail partners.
• Travel within the US and internationally as required, including trips to Asia for supplier and factory meetings and to Europe for trend research, with occasional domestic travel alongside sales colleagues for custom retail programs.

Requirements

• 2 to 3+ years of experience in product development, sourcing, or a closely related field.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint at a basic level.
• A collaborative mindset with a positive attitude.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to keep work moving independently.
• Self-motivated and able to take initiative.
• Genuine enthusiasm for products and the ability to own a category from concept through successful in-store execution worldwide.

Benefits

• Pay that is competitive and aligned with experience.
• Annual performance-based bonuses and salary increases.
• Health, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Generous vacation allowance.
• Office kitchen with snacks and freshly ground gourmet coffee.

Additional Information

This is an onsite role in the New York City Metropolitan Area. The position is full-time. The company is looking for someone who can work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate across teams, and help bring retailer-focused products to market successfully.