Product Development & Manufacturing Lead

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Required
Approximately 4-8 years of relevant experience in OEM/ODM product development, technical merchandising, product sourcing or manufacturing-related roles. Candidates with equivalent practical experience will also be considered.
Strong written and spoken English, with the confidence to communicate technical information across international teams.
Hands-on experience developing customised consumer products, promotional merchandise, packaging, accessories or related manufactured goods.
Good practical understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, construction methods, tooling and sampling.
Demonstrated ability to assess product feasibility and identify potential manufacturing challenges.
Experience working directly with factories on product development, sourcing and sampling.
Strong costing, supplier comparison and negotiation skills.
Excellent problem-solving abilities with a practical, solution-oriented approach.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency with digital project-management tools, spreadsheets and technical documentation, with the ability to learn Podio quickly.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities independently.
Preferred
Experience working across multiple product categories and manufacturing processes.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, product specifications and design files.
Familiarity with product testing, quality assurance and basic compliance requirements.
Experience supporting Sales or commercial teams with technical product-development advice.
Existing supplier networks in Vietnam or China.
Experience collaborating with industrial designers, engineers or product-development teams.
Relevant degree or diploma in Product Design, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management or a related discipline.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary based on relevant experience and technical capabilities.
Performance-based bonus opportunities.
Annual salary review based on performance.
Exposure to international clients, global brands and diverse product-development projects.
Opportunities to visit factories, suppliers and industry trade shows.
Professional development and opportunities for career progression.
Collaborative working environment across our Vietnam and China offices.
12 days of annual leave, Annual health check, 3 days of paid sick leave and Christmas holiday.
Company-provided laptop or computer.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your CV in English, outlining your relevant product-development, sourcing and manufacturing experience.
We welcome examples of products you have helped develop, including the manufacturing challenges encountered and how you resolved them.
The ODM Group
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