About Us

Unique Industries is a family-owned business with over 60 years of industry experience. When you work for Unique, you get all the perks of larger corporations, such as 401K, multiple choices of healthcare plans, generous paid time off, and more. However, the difference between us and a larger corporation is that here at Unique, we are family. Your CEO and management team are involved in day-to-day operations and make sure that each location sees how much they are appreciated through annual company picnics and holiday luncheons. So if you're looking for a job that is exciting, rewarding, and team-focused - then apply today! We would love to have you come join the party.

About Our Opportunity

We are seeking an Jr. Product Development Specialist to work in the Philadelphia Corporate office. The Jr. Product Development Specialist will be responsible for supporting the Product Development team with all creation/production of new products, to ensure the successful execution of new product launches for both Unique and several Key Accounts. This position will also be responsible for assisting with communication with vendors to ensure programs are produced and executed as per customer requirements and specs established by the Merchandising Specialists.

Responsibilities

• Assist with oversight of program timelines to ensure deadlines are met along with on time delivery of programs.
• Provide accurate specification and direction on packaging and product to vendors.
• Assist with collaborating with planning team and art team to manage product and packaging art file deadlines.
• Initiate item set up and coordinate with Product Data team to confirm complete and accurate item set ups.
• Create and maintain program progress reports, and update tracker.
• Update and communicate vendor status sheets during development process of confirmed items.
• Review development and pre-production samples with Merchandising Specialist and other cross functional teams for final approval.
• Verify pre-production samples to ensure quality and verify UPC, item number, colors, date codes and packaging.
• Assist in the layout and proofing of catalog copy and mechanicals and collaborate with designers to commercialize new products.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced dynamic team environment.
• Analytical thinker with above average problem solving and follow-through skills required.
• Must have intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Power Point, Excel and Word.
• Must conduct business with the highest standard of ethics.
• High school diploma or its equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• 1 year of experience related to product development, buying, or marketing of consumer products required; 2 or more years preferred.
• Experience sourcing and working with domestic and international vendors and factories preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Unique Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regards to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.