Product Manager

****Location & Work Authorization Requirement***

Applicants must currently reside in one of the following states and be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship:

TX, LA, MS, AL, FL, GA, SC, NC, VA, WV, TN, AR, OK, KS, MO, KY, OH, IN, MI, WI, IA, ND, SD, MT, WY, AZ, or UT.

Candidates residing outside these states WILL NOT be considered.

The Product Manager oversees the development and production of Bomb Party's jewelry collections and packaging, ensuring products meet design specifications, quality standards, cost and margin targets, and launch timelines. This role manages overseas vendor relationships and coordinates the product lifecycle from design handoff through production and delivery.

Essential Job Functions

• Partner with Design and Product Development to translate concepts into production-ready products, including material selection, sampling, revisions, and approvals.
• Manage overseas vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, and ensure compliance with product specifications, quality standards, and delivery commitments.
• Own product costing and margin management, identifying opportunities to improve profitability without compromising quality or design intent.
• Develop and manage product development calendars, production schedules, and milestones to support timely collection launches.
• Coordinate production, quality testing, shipping, and delivery with vendors, import partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee packaging development and production, including sampling, costing, approvals, and timelines.
• Proactively resolve production challenges, communicate project status and risks, and maintain accurate product and vendor documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Product Development, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in product development, production, sourcing, or vendor management within jewelry, fashion accessories, or related consumer products.
• Demonstrated experience managing overseas manufacturers, product costing, vendor negotiations, and production timelines.
• Fashion jewelry manufacturing and international sourcing experience strongly preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of product development, manufacturing, materials, and quality standards.
• Proven vendor negotiation, cost analysis, and margin management skills.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with product management or ERP systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments and international time zones.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• 401(k) with matching
• Health, Dental, Vision insurance
• Employee assistance
• Employee Product Discounts!
• FSA and HSA
• STD/LTD
• Group Life Insurance- Employer Paid!
• Company paid holidays and PTO

Bomb Party is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified candidates will receive fair consideration for employment. Candidates in need of an accommodation to facilitate the application process may send their request to hr@bombparty.com