Product Development Manager

Location: Los Angeles, CA or Seattle, WA (In-office, not remote)About FUNBOYFounded in 2015, FUNBOY is a family-owned brand known for creating original, design-led inflatables that bring joy to every season. Best recognized for its award-winning pool floats, air beds, holiday décor, and outdoor play products, FUNBOY combines playful design with premium materials and thoughtful construction. The brand has collaborated with leading global names including Barbie, Missoni, the artist Drake, and is carried by major retailers such as Walmart, Target, and Amazon. FUNBOY is one of the world's most recognizable inflatable brands on social media, celebrated for products that turn everyday moments into lasting memories. We're growing fast and have big, fun things ahead - and we're looking for an exceptional Marketing Director to jump in, make an impact, and help take FUNBOY to the next level..Our products must perform beautifully across all channels"”standing out visually online, meeting retailer-specific requirements, and scaling seamlessly for mass distribution"”while maintaining FUNBOY's signature quality and brand voice.Role OverviewThe Product Development Manager is responsible for managing the product development lifecycle from initial concept through manufacturing handoff. This role ensures products are designed, engineered, tested, and documented to meet the requirements of each sales channel and/or partner while remaining operationally efficient and aligned with brand standards.The role partners closely with the Production team, who manage mass manufacturing and are actively involved throughout sampling, validation, and factory ramp-up.This is a hands-on, cross-functional role suited for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of design, engineering, manufacturing, compliance, and omni-channel commerce.Key ResponsibilitiesProduct LifecycleManage product development from concept ideation ? design ? engineering ? sampling ? testing protocol ? manufacturing handoffGuide product development with an omni-channel mindset, accounting for the differing needs of DTC, marketplace, and big-box retailWork closely with the production team to manage development timelines aligned with retail line reviews, marketplace launch windows, and DTC dropsBalance innovation, speed-to-market, cost, margin, and scalabilityConcept & Design DevelopmentPartner with founders, design, production and marketing to develop new product concepts, categories, and line extensionsEvaluate product ideas for brand alignment, channel fit, manufacturability, and commercial viabilityWork closely with the production team to guide materials, construction methods, and features that perform well across online merchandising, retail shelves, and high-volume fulfillmentEngineering & Technical ExecutionOversee technical specifications, CADs, tech packs, BOMs, packaging structures, and master cartonsEnsure products meet performance, durability, and safety standards appropriate for both DTC and mass retail environmentsDrive resolution of technical challenges uncovered during development and samplingSampling & Factory CollaborationOversee the sampling process in close collaboration with the Production team and overseas factoriesReview and approve samples across function, materials, color, print, construction, and packagingEnsure samples reflect final retail-ready and DTC-ready specifications, minimizing late-stage changesManufacturing HandoffOwn the final handoff to Production once a product is development-completeEnsure all documentation is finalized, including specs, testing protocol, packaging requirements, and channel-specific variationsSupport Production during early manufacturing runs to ensure design intent, quality, and channel requirements are maintainedCompliance, Testing & Retail ReadinessEnsure products comply with all relevant U.S. and international safety standards (e.g., ASTM, CPSIA, Prop 65)Work with production team to account for retailer-specific compliance, packaging, labeling, and testing requirementsPartner with testing labs and internal teams to manage certifications, warnings, and documentation for all sales channelsCross-Functional & Omni-Channel ManagementServe as the central hub between Design, Production, Sourcing, Marketing, E-commerce, and Retail partnersCommunicate channel-specific tradeoffs, timelines, and risks clearly to leadershipHelp build scalable product development systems that support rapid DTC launches and large retail programs simultaneouslyQualifications5-10+ years of experience in product development, ideally within consumer products, outdoor goods, inflatables, or adjacent categoriesProven experience guiding products from concept through manufacturing handoffExperience developing products for multiple sales channels, including DTC, Amazon, and/or big-box retailStrong understanding of overseas manufacturing, materials, tooling, and production processesFamiliarity with retail compliance, packaging standards, and testing requirementsExceptional project management, communication, and decision-making skillsAbility to balance creative vision with operational and commercial constraintsPassion for design-led, brand-forward consumer productsWhat Success Looks LikeFUNBOY consistently launches high-quality products on time across all channelsProducts are engineered to scale smoothly from DTC drops to major retail programsSampling cycles are efficient with fewer late-stage surprisesClear, repeatable product development processes are in placeStrong collaboration between Product Development, Production, and channel stakeholdersProducts hit target margins while maintaining FUNBOY's premium look and feelWhy FUNBOYHigh-impact leadership role at a growing, design-obsessed omni-channel brandOpportunity to shape product strategy across DTC, Amazon, and national retailCreative freedom paired with real ownership and accountabilityFast-moving, collaborative environment where great ideas shipTo apply please email jobs@ with your resume and subject line: "Production Manager Role"

Created: 2026-05-09