Reports to: Senior Director of PD & SourcingExperience Level: 2–3 yearsWork: Hybrid (3 Days In Office)About Super SmallsAt Super Smalls, our mission is to create joyful moments and connections that amplify the magic of childhood. We inspire play and encourage self-expression through our elevated, luxury-inspired accessories and crafts, designed to delight both kids and adults. As a craft and toy brand for the new generation, we offer a range of products—from pretend play and dress-up to DIY kits, jewelry, and cold-weather gear—all infused with a playful, fashionable touch. Every detail, including packaging, is crafted to ensure our products create lasting joy.Role OverviewWe’re looking for a highly organized, detail-driven Product Development Associate to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a key part in bringing our products to life—from early development through production—working closely with vendors and cross-functional partners to keep timelines, samples, and product details moving forward. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in maintaining strong organization and accuracy, and is excited to build hands-on experience within the product development process.Responsibilities- Communicate with factories and vendors to support product execution from concept through final delivery- Manage and track development samples, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and design intent are met- Maintain a highly organized physical and digital sample library, including development samples, production samples, swatches, and materials- Review Pre-Production (PP) and Top of Production (TOP) samples against approved specs and flag discrepancies proactively- Manage and monitor Time and Action milestone calendars to keep development timelines on track - ensuring deadlines are met, issues are escalated, team updates are timely, and opportunities to improve lead times are identified- Partner closely with Design to ensure timely delivery of technical specifications, revisions, and packaging artwork to vendors- Work with vendors to negotiate pricing and support costing strategies to ensure targets are met- Track development-related costs such as sample charges and mold fees with strong attention to detail, and negotiate where necessary- Maintain and update Product Development WIP charts and trackers with accuracy and consistency- Work cross-functionally to support timely and accurate Purchase Orders, including gathering product and cost information for SKU setup and PO placement- Work closely with vendors to ensure all products are tested in accordance with regulatory requirements, proactively gather and maintain test reports, negotiate testing costs where needed, and identify opportunities to create efficiencies in testing while maintaining all safety standards- Troubleshoot product quality or technical issues with vendors, supporting resolution of non-compliance or chargeback situations- Communicate potential delivery risks early and help drive solutions with internal teams and vendors- Own new product developments with licensors, overseeing timely submission reviews, managing approvals and deadlines, and ensuring all licensed products align with internal quality standards, product integrity, and licensor brand guidelines- Track and coordinate marketing samples to ensure on-time delivery for photoshoots and key milestones- Partner with Senior Director of Sourcing on the onboarding of new suppliers- Perform additional duties as needed to support company operations and team prioritiesQualifications- Bachelor’s degree required- 2–3 years of relevant experience in product development, sourcing, and/or production- Exceptionally organized and detail-driven, with strong discipline in maintaining multiple charts and managing high sample volume, and ensuring accuracy across product details- Highly execution-focused, with a strong sense of ownership and urgency- Comfortable managing multiple workstreams, shifting priorities, and tight timelines in a fast-paced environment- Experience working with licensed brands is a plusCompensationCompensation for the role will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience. The estimated annual compensation for this role is $65,000+ commensurate with experience.How to applyIf you meet these criteria and are a product development specialist looking for opportunity & ownership at a fun, fast-growing brand that celebrates play and imagination, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and portfolio to pd@supersmalls.com with the job title in the subject line.