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Product Development
Manage the development of trading card products, collector sets, accessories, and promotional items from concept through production.
Collaborate with design, licensing, marketing, and sales teams to create innovative products that align with market trends and company objectives.
Evaluate new product opportunities, materials, printing techniques, finishes, and collector-focused features.
Monitor industry trends, competitor products, and collector preferences to inform future product development.
Sourcing & Vendor Management
Identify, evaluate, and onboard domestic and international manufacturers, printers, and suppliers.
Negotiate pricing, production terms, MOQs, lead times, and supplier agreements.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
Source materials including card stock, packaging components, specialty finishes, promotional inserts, and collectibles-related accessories.
Develop contingency sourcing strategies to mitigate supply chain risks.
Production & Supply Chain Management
Manage production schedules to ensure products are delivered on time and within budget.
Coordinate with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal teams throughout the manufacturing process.
Track project milestones and proactively resolve production delays or quality concerns.
Monitor inventory requirements and collaborate with operations teams on forecasting and replenishment planning.
Quality Assurance
Establish and maintain product quality standards across all product lines.
Review production samples, proofs, prototypes, and pre-production runs.
Conduct vendor performance evaluations and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Resolve quality issues and oversee corrective action plans with suppliers.
Financial & Strategic Planning
Develop and manage product cost targets and production budgets.
Analyze product margins and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
Support annual product roadmaps and long-term sourcing strategies.
Prepare reports and recommendations for senior leadership regarding product performance and supplier partnerships.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Product Development, Operations, Marketing, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in product development, sourcing, procurement, or manufacturing management.
Experience managing overseas suppliers and manufacturing partners.
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Advanced proficiency with ERP/project management systems.
Ability to travel domestic and international (with a valid passport) up to 3 times a year.
Reliable transportation to travel locally.
Ability to manage multiple product launches simultaneously.
Experience in trading cards, collectibles, tabletop gaming, sports licensing, toys, publishing, or consumer products.
Knowledge of card printing processes, packaging production, and collectibles manufacturing.
Familiarity with international sourcing and import/export logistics.
Experience working with licensed intellectual property products.
Passion for trading cards, collectibles, sports, gaming, or pop culture.
Key Competencies
Product Innovation
Strategic Sourcing
Vendor Negotiation
Supply Chain Management
Cost Analysis & Budgeting
Cross-Functional Leadership
Quality Management
Problem Solving
Project Management
Market Trend Analysis
Success Metrics
On-time product launches
Product quality and defect rates
Gross margin performance
Supplier performance and reliability
Inventory efficiency
Customer and Collector satisfaction
New product development cycle times
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Complex is a leading digital media company that produces content across pop culture, music, fashion, and sports. It is known for its articles, videos, and original series engaging a global audience.
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