Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Do you have direct experience working with Product Development? Are you a confident, proactive self starter? Are you highly skilled in vendor relations? Do you have exceptional organization skills? Have you been seeking a fun and joyful team to collaborate with? Come play with us!
THIS POSITION IS REQUIRED TO BE WITHIN THE LOCAL GEOGRAPHICAL AREA OF PACIFIC, WA. ALTHOUGH THE POSITION IS REMOTE, ON SITE VISITS WILL BE REQUIRED ON A REGULAR BASIS. The Category Manager at Toysmith is responsible for managing the business, financial, marketing and line plans for an assigned brand, category or distributed line. They will work as part of a cross functional team (planning, creative, marketing, operations, and sales) to achieve brand and product category financial objectives and growth with respect to revenue, margins/profitability, and adoption.
This position will also be responsible for identifying white space opportunities to drive sales and achieve targets. Manages product development process from ideation to market under general supervision with ability to exercise professional and experienced discretion.
The Toysmith story began in 1982 and for almost forty years the company has built a reputation of trust and customer service within the toy industry, manufacturing and distributing every type of high-quality toys and gifts under the rainbow. With our diverse portfolio of premium toys and gifts, we strive to turn everyday moments into joyful memories. Our curated assortments cover 100% of recognized play patterns, and are proven to drive category growth.
Toysmith brands and products are sold to toy retailers, education markets, museums, zoos, aquariums, national parks, attractions, theme parks, gift stores, specialty catalogs and internet retailers-the more we share joy, the more it grows!
Working for Toysmith is full of joy and wonderment. Now is the time to join our team! We have big plans for the future and we are looking for a skilled and knowledgeable Category Manager. The Brand Strategy Team is in transition so be ready to dive in and be adaptable to the changes ahead!
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Health & Welfare Benefits Include: Medical
Dental
Vision
Company Paid Life Insurance
401k Safe Harbor Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Coverage - Accident
***PLEASE NOTE: Posted salary is the full range for the position as required by Washington State law and not reflective of the hiring range.*** Toysmith is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also EEO is the Law ( If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at careers@toysmith.com
Requirements
Telecommuting Requirements •Required to have a dedicated work area established
•Ability to keep company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
•Must live in a location that receives a high-speed internet connection or ability to leverage an existing high-speed internet service
•Familiarity with Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities: •5+ years of experience in product development, preferably in a wholesale or retail toy company.
•Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills - visual, written, and verbal.
•Project management and problem solving - identify and resolve problems in a creative, collaborative, and timely manner with a view of the big picture and making difficult decisions.
•Proficiency with Microsoft Applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
•Strong understanding of merchandising retail math/financial skills.
•Attention to detail and appreciation of deadlines is essential.
•Excellent communication, analytical and creative critical thinking skills are required.
•Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-oriented environment.
•Ability to adapt to changing environments and priorities.
•Must be able to work independently in performing job responsibilities.
•Proven experience working with factories and product agents overseas.
•Ability to reduce complex or detailed information into a concise format.
•Ability to think and react in a fast-paced environment.
•Excellent prioritization/organization/problem solving/decision making skills.
•High level of initiative and professional ownership for work decisions and outcomes.
•Ability to perform multiple tasks and a variety of duties.
•Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
•Must be a critical thinker and have professional communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
•Microsoft Office literacy, Adobe knowledge highly preferred
•International travel is required.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Related Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent combination of Education and experience.
- 2+ years of product development work experience preferred
- Knowledge of Monday and NetSuite
***PLEASE NOTE: Posted salary is the full range for the position as required by Washington State law and not reflective of the hiring range.*** Salary Description
$90,000 - $135,000
Job Tags
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