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Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Associate Manager to join our Product Development team. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the development of innovative products from concept to launch. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, product lifecycle management, and a passion for delivering exceptional products that meet customer needs.

What you'll be doing:

  • Manage the end-to-end product development process, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
  • Work closely with product managers, engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to define product requirements and specifications.
  • Facilitate approvals process from start to finish for all product and packaging from licensees and retailers.
  • Own creation of pitch decks and materials for team (strong creative background and outstanding PowerPoint skills).
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities for product improvement.
  • Develop and maintain project documentation, including timelines, budgets, and risk assessments.
  • Track project progress and communicate updates to stakeholders on a regular basis.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize the product development process and enhance team efficiency. Improve our portal (Flowhaven) to streamline workflows.
  • Collaborate with licensing, marketing, and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and support product launches.
  • Onboard submission process with licensees, retailers, and brand collaboration partners to include NDAs, credit checks, due diligence process etc.
  • Liaise with PS Studios on asset development and keep systems updated.
  • Responsible for overall management of global royalty reporting process, including: Managing quarterly statement collection from licensees, review/approve transactions, working with finance team and billing through the Flowhaven system.
  • Support DTC site (GearStore) through planning, sampling, approvals, product naming, product description, product legal lines, imagery, and pricing strategy.
  • Work closely with marketing, PR, etc. teams to amplify marketing strategies from our licensees.
  • Assist with the organization of trade events as required.
  • Catalogue, manage and distribute final product samples including the coordination of sample archive.

What we're looking for:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Design, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
  • proven experience in product development, project management, or a related role.
  • Strong understanding of product lifecycle management principles and best practices.
  • Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
  • Present portfolio of design examples.
  • Strategic thinker with a customer-centric mindset and a passion for driving results.
  • Experience in Photoshop, Flowhaven (or similar approval systems), PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator etc.
  • Highly detail-oriented, multi-tasker, who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

  • Discretionary bonus opportunity
  • Hybrid working model (FlexModes)
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Dental Scheme
  • 25 days holiday per year
  • On Site Gym
  • Subsidised Café
  • Free soft drinks
  • On site bar
  • Access to cycle garage and showers

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Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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