Product Development Manager

Overview

The Product Development Manager will own the end-to-end coordination, tracking, and execution of GLD’s Product Development pipeline across men’s, women’s, core, and new categories. This role is the operational engine of PD, ensuring timelines are met, cross functional teams are aligned, product data is accurate, and samples/vendors are managed with precision.
You will partner closely with Merchandising, Design/Production, Sourcing, Ops/Logistics, Marketing, and Site/Ecom teams to ensure product moves through development and into production with excellence. This is a highly cross functional role that requires strong organization, exceptional communication, and a bias toward action.
Responsibilities

1. Meeting & Milestone Management
Lead the

Monthly PD Prioritization meetings

with Suppliers and cross functional teams.
Own preparation and follow up for the

Quarterly Trend Review

(Core Expansion + Newness) along with product design.
Ensure all teams are aligned to development timelines, required deliverables, and milestone gates.
2. Product Database & Systems Management
Maintain and continuously update the

Master Product Calendar .
Own the

Product Development Tracker , ensuring accurate status for concept PP approval.
Manage

Counter sourcing Strategy

tracking and alignment with Sourcing.
Oversee the

Master Costing File

for all active and new styles.
Track

Customs/Special Projects , ensuring all compliance and documentation is delivered.
Manage PD needs across

Trello/Design boards .
Create and maintain

New Item PowerPoint decks

for alignment across Merch, Design, and Executive teams.
3. Cross Functional Partnerships
Act as the primary liaison between PD and:
Merchandising

for priorities, line planning, and commercial deadlines
Sourcing

for vendor requests, costing, and counter sourcing
Operations/Logistics

for timelines, customs needs, and production transitions
Ensure all departments are informed, unblocked, and accountable to deliverables.
Own

Premium Product Development

workflow and vendor communication.
Drive

PD Prioritization , balancing Merchandising commercial priorities with Design/Marketing needs.
Maintain a clear roadmap by category, launch date, and go to market priorities.
5. Sample Management & Approvals
Manage

1st, 2nd, and Final Sample

tracking and organization.
Coordinate feedback loops across PD, Design, Merchandising, and Sourcing.
Own

Pre Production (PP) Sample Approval , ensuring readiness for production handoff.
6. Non-Website Customs (Ownership Area)
Manage

Marketing & Gifting Customs

requests (photoshoots, influencers, seeding, VIP).
Manage

Shopify Consultation Customs

for new pages, special builds, and custom SKU needs.
Qualifications

Jewelry experience is a requirement, preferably in product development, else in

Merchandising, Sales or Product Operations .
Proven ability to manage complex product pipelines with multiple vendors and timelines.
Strong data organization skills: Excel/Sheets mastery required.
Experience with PD tools (Trello, Airtable, Monday, or similar).
Excellent communication and cross functional alignment skills.
Strong attention to detail, with ability to juggle many SKUs and moving parts.
Comfortable in a fast paced, highg growth DTC environment where priorities shift quickly.
Willingness and ability to travel overseas in future.
Traits That Lead to Success

Highly organized, structured thinker
Strong follow through and accountability
Clear communicator who drives clarity across teams
Bias for action; solves problems before they become blockers
Comfortable owning timelines and pushing teams for deliverables
Energized by bringing products to life from concept launch.
Love of fashion and style, and strong understanding of the GLD customer
Why GLD

GLD is one of the fastest growing jewelry brands in the world, defining culture at the intersection of sports, fashion, and entertainment. This role is perfect for someone ready to help build the future of the brand’s product engine and bring incredible product to millions of customers globally. We are high performing team, and the business is growing rapidly so the opportunity to grow is available for the right dedicated team member.

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