Consumer Products Manufacturer/ Importer based in Fairfield, New Jersey is seeking a top-notch Product Assistant to assist one of our Brand Managers/ Product Development Managers. You will play a crucial role in supporting the successful development, production and marketing of consumer goods. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational skills, communication skills and able to work in a fast-past entrepreneurial environment.

Requirements:

· 3 or more years of experience in a business environment.

· Experience with consumer products & consumer products manufacturing is a MUST!

. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Power Point are a MUST!) and other relevant software applications.

· Strong problem-solving skills and be able prioritize workload.

· Keen attention to detail.

· Willingness to take on new challenges and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

· Support Brand Manager as needed

· Communicate daily with overseas office and suppliers in China

· Perform administrative tasks such as organizing documents, managing product samples and more.

· Maintain comprehensive records of product specifications

· Create RFQ’s , contact suppliers, and follow up as needed

· Maintain project quote files and Supplier contact directory

· Sample requests to suppliers and follow up to get samples delivered in time, as needed for new product development, product “color refreshes”, and sales presentations

· Label and organize product samples (Supplier, item number, date, project etc.)

· Create Final RFQ’s from supplier quotes, add final images including packaging to the quote sheets as needed, link quote to min/max costing file

· Request competitive quotes for existing items from other suppliers, check for accuracy upon receipt

· Assist with contacting suppliers or pricing confirmation needed for upcoming meetings

· Maintain and organize pricing files. As we receive a new price for an existing item, update the RFQ’s and Accountedge

· Assist with gathering competitive information “competitive shopping”, either on-line or in-store, as needed for benchmarking specifications for new product development and sourcing; or for preparing competitive information for sales presentations

· Help completing tenders & quotes for all accounts

· Scanning, Electronic filing & Paper filing

· Other various light clerical and data entry duties

Qualifications / Skills

· 3+ years’ experience

· Quick learner

· Attention to detail

· Able to work Independently

· Outstanding time management & organizational skills

· Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills

· Excellent written & verbal communication skills

· Excellent Microsoft Excel skills: Formulas/ Sorting/ Searching/ V Look Ups, etc

· Proficient in Microsoft Power Point skills: slide design, sizing images, writing copy, adding information and more….

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $55,000.00 to $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) and Profit Share after 1 year
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location:

· In person