Associate Product Developer

Funko is seeking an Associate Product Developer to help steer product development from early concept through art and factory production, with a focus on meeting milestones and ship dates. This on-site role in Everett, WA brings you into ongoing collaboration with licensors, factories, and internal sales teams while you manage product data, approvals, and development line updates.

Role overview

In this position, you oversee progress against assigned product timelines for an approved SKU count under the guidance of a Product Developer or Sr. Product Developer. You’ll help maintain development momentum from concept to final goods leaving the factory, while supporting licensor submissions and keeping development tracking systems accurate and current.

Responsibilities

• Own progress on product timelines for assigned development and help ensure set ship dates are met for the assigned SKU count under guidance.
• Maintain an average of approximately 15-18 new items per month from initial product concepts through development to the time final goods leave the factories.
• Assist Product Developer(s) and/or Sr. Product Developer(s) with licensor submissions, meeting notes, and ongoing data maintenance.
• Manage the initial production schedule for assigned items; present planned development to internal teams, licensors, and factories; communicate development changes to stakeholders as needed.
• Review and regularly maintain product data and ensure data integrity in Product Development tracking systems.
• Coordinate and manage product approvals with assigned licensors and/or internal stakeholders throughout development.
• Partner with sourcing and other cross-functional teams to support product delivery aligned with costing targets and contribution margins.
• Create tech packs with detailed specifications for assigned product categories; deliver to factories and update based on sample feedback and licensor change requests.
• Communicate directly with factories to address questions related to the technical specifications provided.
• Update and maintain planned development line lists so licensors receive updated line lists regularly as needed.
• Review and approve product samples, including packaging, for assigned categories; provide detailed feedback to factories and stakeholders to ensure item accuracy.
• Review testing documents for compliance; work with the PD Manager or Sr. Product Developer and coordinate with QA and Testing to resolve issues.

Requirements

• Degree in Product Development, Merchandising, Engineering preferred (or similar), or 3 years of related experience in product development or creation in the consumer goods industry (toys, apparel, footwear, etc.) or fast fashion, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of and experience managing product timelines and product creation.
• Product tracking tools and software experience is a plus.
• Relevant experience with costing, bill of materials (BOM) creation, spec sheet (tech pack) creation, design translation, and product and material exposure.
• Understanding of product creation and the product lifecycle.
• Strong attention to detail and organization to keep pace with product changes through development and production.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate across all organization levels (including C-Level) and with external partners, vendors, and licensors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office product suite; Adobe Creative Suite and Smartsheet are a plus.

Technology

• Microsoft Office product suite
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Smartsheet

Compensation and benefits

The base hourly range for this position in Everett, WA is $31.54 - $39.42 per hour. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location.

• Competitive compensation package with full benefits
• 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company
• May be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units

Work environment

• On-site role based in Everett, WA
• Noise level is usually moderate
• Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to stand and walk
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

AI use in the hiring process

• AI tools may be used to support parts of the recruitment process, but do not replace human judgment.
• Final hiring decisions are made by humans.
• For more information about how data is processed, contact the company.