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Fort Worth, TX | Full-Time | In-Office
Compensation: $50,000–$60,000 annually, depending on experience
Benefits include: Paid Time Off and Company Holidays, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance
About Lila & HayesFounded in 2012, Lila & Hayes is a Fort Worth–based lifestyle apparel brand known for timeless design, exceptional quality, and thoughtfully crafted collections. The brand serves customers across direct-to-consumer and wholesale channels and continues to expand its national presence through a disciplined approach to product development, production, and long-term growth.
Our team is highly collaborative and hands-on, with leadership closely involved in the product process from concept through launch.
The RoleLila & Hayes is seeking an Apparel Product Development & Design Coordinator to help drive the development and production of our collections from concept through launch.
This role works closely with company leadership to bring product concepts to life while managing development timelines, coordinating factory communication, and supporting the execution of production. The position requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring product is delivered on time and aligned with approved specifications.
The ideal candidate has a strong interest in product development, enjoys working closely with product, and is eager to take ownership within a fast-moving and growing brand environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Development- Manage and track development timelines across multiple product initiatives
- Coordinate the sampling process from prototype through final approval
- Coordinate fit sessions, documenting revisions and communicating updates to factory partners
- Maintain accurate product documentation including specifications, development notes, and approvals
- Track costing updates and monitor margin considerations throughout development
- Work closely with leadership to help bring product concepts to life
- Contribute ideas around fabrics, trims, styling details, and product refinements
- Assist in reviewing samples and identifying opportunities to improve product quality, fit, and construction
- Support preparation for product reviews, sample organization, and development presentations
- Support day-to-day factory communication and production coordination
- Monitor production timelines and proactively flag potential delays or issues
- Ensure bulk production aligns with approved samples and quality standards
- Coordinate shipment timing and production documentation as needed
- Partner with warehouse, marketing, and wholesale teams to support product launch readiness
- Provide clear product documentation and specifications prior to warehouse intake
- Communicate development updates and production timelines across internal teams
- Maintain organized and accessible development documentation and sample tracking
- Ensure product revisions and approvals are clearly documented
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows and reduce production errors
- Review production documentation prior to payment approvals when applicable
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Apparel Design, Apparel Production or a related field
- 2+ Years experience in apparel product development, design support, or production coordination
- Familiarity with factory communication and development timelines
- Strong understanding of garment construction and apparel development processes
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Self-starter who can take initiative while collaborating closely with leadership
New Product Development Manager (Consumer Goods)
St. Paul, MN (On-site, In Person)
Before You Read Further (Important)
- This is a hands-on, roll up your sleeves, execution-heavy role — not a strategy-only or coordination position.
- You must be hungry, humble and people smart. Non-negotiable.
- This is not a software, SaaS, app, or digital product role.
About Wrap-It Storage
We’re Wrap-It Storage — a fast-growing, family-owned consumer goods brand on a mission to help people Get Untangled! We’re an industry leader in innovative, problem-solving organization products, with solutions sold in major retailers and online. We’re a lean but mighty team where ideas move fast — from sketch to store shelves (and online) — without corporate clutter slowing things down.
The Role
We’re hiring a proactive, hands-on, design-minded New Product Development Manager to own the day-to-day execution of our physical product development process.
This is a builder role, not a coordinator role.
You will:
- Work directly with overseas factories
- Negotiate pricing, MOQs, tooling, and lead times
- Push projects forward when things stall
- ·Partner tightly with design, operations, and sales to hit deadlines
- Do whatever needs to be done to get products over the finish line
You will create structure, not wait for it.
Because we manufacture overseas, this role requires occasional evening communication to keep projects moving across time zones.
If you’re a self-starter who takes initiative, brings clarity to complexity, and has an eye for clean, cohesive product design — we want you on the team!
What You’ll Do
- Build new product development processes and timelines — you own the system
- Drive accountability and keep cross-functional teams aligned to deadlines
- Collaborate with marketing, sales, and operations to define project timelines and requirements
- Ensure product aesthetics, packaging, and overall execution are consistent with the Wrap-It brand
- Work proactively with overseas partners to maintain momentum, solve problems, and accelerate development
- Negotiate with suppliers to achieve competitive pricing while ensuring product quality
- Identify risks early and implement solutions before they cause delays
- Special projects as required (which is a fancy way of saying “other stuff we can’t think of right now”).
What You Bring
- 3–5+ years experience in consumer goods product development
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead project structure — not just follow it
· Confidence in holding others accountable and driving results
· Strong eye for design and brand cohesion
- Self-starter attitude: you see what needs to happen and make it happen
- Superior organizational skills
- Exceptional communication — direct, clear, timely, and solution-focused
- Comfortable with occasional evening work to stay in sync with overseas partners
- Skilled in Microsoft Office (primarily Excel & PowerPoint)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- You’ll shape how new products are built and launched — real ownership
- Your ideas will be implemented quickly and visible everywhere our products sell
- A growth stage company with huge runway — your impact will grow with us
- A team culture built on trust, humor, and problem-solving (we take work seriously, not ourselves )
In Short: You’ll help launch the next generation of Wrap-It Storage products and make a big impact on a growing team—without the big company bureaucracy slowing you down.
Company Benefits
- Health Insurance
- HSA
- Dental Insurance
- Retirement Plan w/ Company Match
- Paid Time Off
Location: Los Angeles, CA or Seattle, WA (In-office, not remote)
About FUNBOY
Founded 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 Overview
The 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 Lifecycle
- Manage product development from concept ideation → design → engineering → sampling → testing protocol → manufacturing handoff
- Guide product development with an omni-channel mindset, accounting for the differing needs of DTC, marketplace, and big-box retail
- Work closely with the production team to manage development timelines aligned with retail line reviews, marketplace launch windows, and DTC drops
- Balance innovation, speed-to-market, cost, margin, and scalability
Concept & Design Development
- Partner with founders, design, production and marketing to develop new product concepts, categories, and line extensions
- Evaluate product ideas for brand alignment, channel fit, manufacturability, and commercial viability
- Work closely with the production team to guide materials, construction methods, and features that perform well across online merchandising, retail shelves, and high-volume fulfillment
Engineering & Technical Execution
- Oversee technical specifications, CADs, tech packs, BOMs, packaging structures, and master cartons
- Ensure products meet performance, durability, and safety standards appropriate for both DTC and mass retail environments
- Drive resolution of technical challenges uncovered during development and sampling
Sampling & Factory Collaboration
- Oversee the sampling process in close collaboration with the Production team and overseas factories
- Review and approve samples across function, materials, color, print, construction, and packaging
- Ensure samples reflect final retail-ready and DTC-ready specifications, minimizing late-stage changes
Manufacturing Handoff
- Own the final handoff to Production once a product is development-complete
- Ensure all documentation is finalized, including specs, testing protocol, packaging requirements, and channel-specific variations
- Support Production during early manufacturing runs to ensure design intent, quality, and channel requirements are maintained
Compliance, Testing & Retail Readiness
- Ensure 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 requirements
- Partner with testing labs and internal teams to manage certifications, warnings, and documentation for all sales channels
Cross-Functional & Omni-Channel Management
- Serve as the central hub between Design, Production, Sourcing, Marketing, E-commerce, and Retail partners
- Communicate channel-specific tradeoffs, timelines, and risks clearly to leadership
- Help build scalable product development systems that support rapid DTC launches and large retail programs simultaneously
Qualifications
- 5-10+ years of experience in product development, ideally within consumer products, outdoor goods, inflatables, or adjacent categories
- Proven experience guiding products from concept through manufacturing handoff
- Experience developing products for multiple sales channels, including DTC, Amazon, and/or big-box retail
- Strong understanding of overseas manufacturing, materials, tooling, and production processes
- Familiarity with retail compliance, packaging standards, and testing requirements
- Exceptional project management, communication, and decision-making skills
- Ability to balance creative vision with operational and commercial constraints
- Passion for design-led, brand-forward consumer products
What Success Looks Like
- FUNBOY consistently launches high-quality products on time across all channels
- Products are engineered to scale smoothly from DTC drops to major retail programs
- Sampling cycles are efficient with fewer late-stage surprises
- Clear, repeatable product development processes are in place
- Strong collaboration between Product Development, Production, and channel stakeholders
- Products hit target margins while maintaining FUNBOY’s premium look and feel
Why FUNBOY
- High-impact leadership role at a growing, design-obsessed omni-channel brand
- Opportunity to shape product strategy across DTC, Amazon, and national retail
- Creative freedom paired with real ownership and accountability
- Fast-moving, collaborative environment where great ideas ship
To apply please email with your resume and subject line: "Production Manager Role"
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
True Religion is an urban casual lifestyle brand focused on high-quality denim, activewear, accessories, and more—for men, women, and kids. Founded in 2002, we shook up the Los Angeles denim scene by re-engineering the classic five-pocket jean with our signature Super T Stitch and iconic horseshoe detailing—now synonymous with bold, unapologetic style and the True Religion legacy. Driven by a relentless commitment to craftsmanship, we design with one goal in mind: to stand out from the crowd. We don’t just create denim—we give it attitude, authenticity, and individuality.
THE PURPOSE:
The Product Development Manager, Denim is responsible for leading the development and production strategy for our denim categories while managing key relationships with finished product suppliers and agents. This role ensures product is delivered at the highest quality, on time, and at target cost while aligning with True Religion’s sourcing strategy and brand standards. The Product Development Manager, Denim partners cross-functionally with Design, Merchandising, Materials, and R&D to drive product execution, improve margins, and deliver on seasonal business objectives. This role also leads and develops a team focused on operational excellence, product quality, and speed to market.
THE ROLE (what you are accountable for):
- Drive the product development and production process from concept through delivery, ensuring alignment with the product pipeline calendar and key milestones.
- Partner cross-functionally with Design, Merchandising, Materials, and R&D to ensure product meets aesthetic, quality, cost, and delivery expectations.
- Manage vendor relationships and oversee external manufacturing partners to maintain quality standards, cost targets, and on-time delivery.
- Monitor purchase orders, production timelines, and development milestones to proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact delivery or margin.
- Develop and manage time and action calendars to ensure adherence to development and production timelines.
- Maintain key reporting, including IMU tracking, style adoption, fabric projections, and fabric liability reporting.
- Partner with Merchandising to support reorder opportunities and manage delivery flow adjustments as needed.
- Communicate production updates, risks, and changes to cross-functional partners to ensure alignment across the business.
- Continuously identify opportunities to improve operational processes, speed to market, and product execution.
- Lead and develop team members while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment.
YOU ARE:
A strategic and detail-oriented product development leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You bring strong knowledge of apparel production and sourcing and understand how to balance cost, quality, and delivery timelines. You are a proactive problem-solver who anticipates issues and drives solutions while maintaining strong vendor and cross-functional relationships. Organized, analytical, and adaptable, you communicate effectively across teams and lead with a collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset.
REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
- 8+ years of experience in apparel production, sourcing, or product development roles with increasing responsibility
- Strong knowledge of apparel manufacturing, fabric and garment construction, and production lifecycle timelines
- Experience managing vendor relationships and overseeing production timelines and delivery execution
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret production and operational data
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive decisions across multiple functions
- Strong organizational and project management skills in a deadline-driven environment
ADDITIONAL ROLE INFORMATION:
- Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this role is $90,000 – $120,000. This is a full-time, exempt position. This range represents the low and high ends of the expected base salary range for this role based on the applicable location. True Religion reasonably expects to pay within this range in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and internal equity.
- Perks: We offer a mix of benefits and perks to support our employees at work and beyond, including health benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, merchandise discounts, commuter benefits, wellness & employee assistance programs, and more.
- Work Model: This role is based in El Segundo, CA, and follows a hybrid work model, with an expectation of in-office presence on designated days to support collaboration and business needs.
- Employment Eligibility: Employment with True Religion is contingent upon meeting applicable employment eligibility requirements.
True Religion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Applicable law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require accommodation, and we will make appropriate arrangements.
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Simkhai is searching for a Product Development Assistant to support the product development team in managing trim and lining sourcing, maintaining product data systems, and coordinating factory communications to ensure accurate and timely product development across all collections.
Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain seasonal WIPs for each collection
- Track all incoming packages from factories at trial, proto, and sms stage
- Provide data entry support for all WIPs
- Create and maintain all trim and lining logs used in all Collections for Design and Tech
- Create and maintain reference sample catalogues of all trim and linings used in the Collections
- Coordinate the sourcing of all linings and trims supplied by the factories
- Update linelists with all trim and lining information for each Collection
- Attend all hand off meetings to ensure all trim information on linelists are complete with article numbers and colors
- Responsible to create and update styles in Apparel Magic.
- Create and update factory SMS po’s seasonally
- Update all collection data revisions in Apparel Magic
- Work with factories in sourcing seasonal trims and fabric qualities needed in collection development.
- Support the development process in tracking and receiving packages.
- Steam all incoming SMS before showroom pass off
- Create and prepare any PD shipping packages to factories
- Assist the team in facilitating day-to-day task and provide team support
Qualifications:
- Must have a minimum of 1-2 Years of PD experience
- Must have undergraduate degree
- Must have experience working with overseas factories
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
- Must have strong interpersonal skills for building working relationships within teams
- Must have strong time management and organizational skills to establish priorities and meet specific deadlines.
- Must have advanced computer skills including Excel, Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint
- Must have ability to work in a global, multi-cultural environment
- Must have passion for RTW product cycle
- Must be self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency
- Must have knowledge in garment construction/engineering
Benefits:
We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k) and PTO. Additionally, we offer a generous clothing allowance and 50% employee discount off retail.
About Us:
SIMKHAI designs for the elevated everyday with innovative techniques and timeless craftsmanship.
Founded in 2010 by designer Jonathan Simkhai, the studio takes inspiration from architects and sculptors alike, blending progressive construction techniques with intimate hand-detailing to create truly special garments and lifestyle design.
A 2015 winner of the prestigious CFDA/ Vogue Fashion Fund, the studio has earned recognition for its original silhouettes, quality constructions, and timeless elegance.
SIMKHAI continues to nurture an inspired creative community around the brand’s home in Los Angeles, sharing their designs and stories with women around the world who live artful, unapologetic lives.
FRAME is a modern fashion brand celebrated for its refined aesthetic and effortless approach to everyday dressing. Since its founding in 2012, FRAME has become synonymous with contemporary luxury rooted in quality craftsmanship and cultural relevance.
Bridging California’s ease and Parisian sophistication, FRAME draws inspiration from the worlds of fashion, art, design, and lifestyle creating collections that capture a timeless yet modern sensibility. Beyond fashion, the world of FRAME continues to expand through meaningful cultural collaborations from hotels to auction houses, establishing the brand as a destination where style, creativity, and culture intersect.
Today, FRAME is recognized globally for its ready-to-wear, denim, and accessories, with more than 20 stores across North America, Europe, and Asia, and distribution through leading department stores and boutiques worldwide.
Role Overview:
Reporting to the Mens Product Development Manager, the Product Development Associate will assist the team across all aspects of the product development process for both RTW and Denim categories. This role requires a high level of organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The Product Development Associate will contribute to the maintenance of development tools and resources, assist with administrative and creative tasks, and ensure accurate documentation throughout development to pre-production
Responsibilities:
- Support the product development process by preparing, distributing, and tracking all packages from overseas vendors. Troubleshoot shipping issues with logistics team
- Manage style details and fabric information across Excel charts and Google sheets to ensure data accuracy and cross-team alignment
- Monitor, track, and check-in samples from Proto through SMS stages
- Support daily communication with vendors and fabric mills
- Partner with design and fabric mills on fabric orders, fabric detail sheet organization, color palette creation, distribution, and approvals
- Processing and issuing of POs in BlueCherry PLM system
- Assist with production handover binders, creating and organizing SMS fabric swatches and trims
- Develop strong cross-functional relationships with design/merchandising/tech/production
- Keep PD area organized inclusive of submits, fabric, trims, and garments
Skills & Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of experience in fashion, retail, business, or a related field
- Degree in Fashion or equivalent a plus
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Organized, reliable, and eager to learn
- Clear communication skills with the ability to stay organized and prioritize daily tasks
- Functional ability in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Experience working with BlueCherry is a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks
- Occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 30 pounds, such as samples and fabrics
- Able to accurately assess fabric color with and without tools, including a lightbox
- Ability to operate standard office equipment including computers, printers, and phones
- Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, with internal and external teams
When it comes to baking, BakeMark has its own secret ingredient: a team of passionate talented employees. For over 100 years, BakeMark has stood for excellence in quality and service, for our customers, our stakeholders and our colleagues. We attribute our success to our colleagues and their contributions towards meeting the needs of our customers and stakeholders. We shall share our values and ways of working. We are passionate about the baking industry. We excel at creating strong partnerships within the company and with our loyal customers. We love to innovate and thrive to manufacture and deliver performing bakery products and world-class customer service.
With over 100 years of service to the baking industry, BakeMark is recognized as an industry leader and trusted partner for quality bakery ingredients, products, supplies and service. BakeMark is a manufacturer and distributor with 23 branches conveniently located across the U.S.
At BakeMark we appreciate our employees and their families and offer a competitive pay and a full suite of benefits:
- Excellent compensation with lucrative commission opportunities and performance incentives
- Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance (Comprehensive healthcare benefits package, with many coverage options at a very low employee cost)
- 401K (generous retirement benefits) with a Company Match
Summary: Our Sales Representatives are the backbone of the company’s growth in all market channels. As such, it is the responsibility of the Sales Representative to grow sales of the company’s products and services utilizing the approach, strategies and tactics prescribed by the Company.
Summary: The Manager, Research & Development (R&D) is responsible for leading product innovation, formulation development, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role oversees the development of new bakery products, reformulation of existing products, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet quality, regulatory, and customer requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Lead new product development from concept to commercialization.
- Develop and reformulate bakery mixes, fillings, icings, frozen doughs, and related products.
- Manage R&D projects, timelines, and documentation.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Quality Assurance teams to align product strategy with market needs.
- Conduct bench-top trials, plant trials, and scale-up production runs.
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, labeling standards, and industry guidelines.
- Monitor ingredient trends, cost optimization opportunities, and competitive products.
- Oversee sensory evaluations and product performance testing.
- Manage and mentor R&D team members.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in food science, Food Technology, or related field (master’s preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in bakery product development.
- Strong knowledge of ingredient functionality, dough systems, and baking processes.
- Experience with regulatory compliance (FDA, labeling requirements, etc.).
- Proven project management and leadership experience.
BakeMark is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment, in accordance with the requirements of all applicable state and federal laws, based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age or any other basis prohibited by law.
Are you looking to make a significant impact in analytical development? Join this innovative biotech organization, where you'll play a key role in developing and optimizing analytical methods that directly support life?changing therapies. This on?site role offers close collaboration with a highly experienced CMC team and deep technical ownership of analytical strategy.
Who you are:
- Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biology, or a related field.
- Master’s with 2+ years of experience or BS with 4+ years of experience.
- Strong understanding of analytical method development, including molecular and cell based assays.
- Demonstrated ability to design, execute, and analyze experiments with excellent communication and problem solving skills.
- Develop and optimize analytical methods for in process testing, product release, and product characterization, including qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, and ELISpot.
- Lead method development, qualification, validation, and tech transfer activities with CDMOs and external QC partners.
- Troubleshoot analytical challenges and ensure accurate documentation in electronic lab notebooks.
- Collaborate with CMC leadership on regulatory submissions and represent Analytical Development in internal and external project meetings.
Compensation is determined by several factors which may include skillset, experience level, and education.
The expected range for this role is $90,000-$110,000. Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.
What’s next?
Please email your resume to
We actively support and promote people of various backgrounds, from race, religion, gender to geographical area, university, lifestyle, and personality type. Proven Recruiting is minority-owned, majority women, and is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the broader community. Apply today!
Note: We actively support and promote people of various backgrounds, from race, religion, gender to geographical area, university, lifestyle, and personality type. Proven Recruiting is minority-owned, majority women, and is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the broader community. Apply today!
Casper’s Ice Cream is a $160M, 100-year-old family-founded business behind the iconic FatBoy ice cream sandwich and other beloved frozen treats. Acquired by MidOcean Partners in 2022, we are on a mission to transform from a proud regional manufacturer into a nationally recognized branded CPG company.
Job Summary:
The Research and Development Technician supports the creation and testing of new food products through laboratory and pilot-scale trials. This role assists with prototype development, ingredient testing, and product evaluation while maintaining accurate development documentation. The position also ensures laboratory equipment, materials, and testing environments are properly maintained. The role works closely with product development and manufacturing teams to support successful product launches. *Relocation is not provided for this position.*
Key Responsibilities:
1. Product Development Support:
- Assist in the formulation and preparation of prototypes for new product concepts.
- Assist in ingredient trials, material evaluations, and process optimization studies.
- Document formulation changes and maintain accurate records of development activities.
- Perform laboratory and pilot-scale tests to evaluate product performance.
- Assist in sensory evaluations, shelf-life studies, and stability testing.
2. Laboratory Maintenance
- Maintain, calibrate, and clean equipment to ensure accuracy and safety.
- Coordinate and gather materials and supplies for prototype development work.
- Manage laboratory and storage areas of finished prototypes and raw materials.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Education:
- Preferably enrolled in a food science program
- Experience:
- Entry-Level: 0-3 years of experience in a laboratory and manufacturing setting
- Skills:
- Understanding of ingredient functionality and product formulation.
- Proficiency in laboratory techniques and familiarity with testing equipment.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Knowledge of CPG production processes and equipment.
- Familiarity with regulatory guidelines and quality standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, FDA regulations).
Work Environment:
- Primarily a laboratory and food manufacturing setting.
- Standing for extended periods of time.
- Occasional bending and lifting up to 40 lbs.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in fairness and opportunity for everyone and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any legally protected status.
About the Company
For over 75 years, Stiles has been a leader in commercial real estate across the Southeast. Headquartered in downtown Fort Lauderdale, we’re a full-service firm with expertise in development, construction, architecture, realty, and property management — plus specialties in financing, acquisitions, and repositioning. With over 50 million square feet of projects delivered, our award-winning work has helped shape skylines and communities alike. Be part of a team that invests, builds, and manages with purpose.
About the Role
The Sr. Development Manager of Multifamily / Mixed-Use Development will plan, analyze, and execute complex multifamily residential and mixed-use development projects from initial concept planning through stabilization. This role will lead all aspects of the development process, including governmental compliance, design, financial analysis, construction oversight, and project delivery.
The position will play a key role in managing a multi-phase residential master-planned development comprising multiple mid-rise buildings developed simultaneously, requiring coordination of long-term phasing strategies, project sequencing, and integration across multiple development cycles.
Responsibilities
• Assist in evaluating development master plans and project phasing strategies.
• Execute project visioning, programming, and positioning, including product type, target market, design strategy, and financial feasibility.
• Support the planning and execution of large-scale, multi-phase residential master-planned developments, coordinating phasing strategies, infrastructure sequencing, and building delivery schedules across multiple projects.
• Research and administer site entitlements, zoning regulations, and other governmental requirements, and coordinate implementation into project design.
• Coordinate and review all due diligence activities, including boundary surveys, title matters, zoning and land use issues, environmental and geotechnical reports, restrictive covenants, and association documents.
• Prepare and maintain project budgets, development schedules, and financial feasibility analyses.
• Manage the project timeline and coordinate consultants and professionals necessary to obtain governmental approvals, including development orders, entitlement approvals, building permits, and Certificates of Occupancy.
• Represent ownership in negotiating and administering contracts with architects, engineers, attorneys, contractors, and other consultants to ensure cost-effective and timely project delivery.
• Coordinate all internal and external team members, including architecture, engineering, construction, leasing, property management, and asset management, to ensure alignment with the project pro forma and development objectives.
• In collaboration with the general contractor and/or construction manager, facilitate construction pricing from conceptual estimates through GMP contract negotiation.
• Oversee construction through completion, including final Certificate of Occupancy and project close-out, and transition the asset to the Asset Management team.
• Review and approve monthly construction requisitions and payment applications.
• Prepare monthly partnership and investor reports, including project status updates, schedule progress, and budget variance reporting, in coordination with the accounting team.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local trade organizations, civic organizations, contractors, and related industry professionals to support and expand the multifamily development platform.
Qualifications
This position may include direct supervision of development managers and administrative staff, as well as oversight of third-party consultants and contractors engaged on projects. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, directing, and evaluating work to ensure high-quality execution and adherence to project objectives.
Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree in real estate, finance, or related field preferred. Minimum of eight years of experience managing institutional, mid-rise, or high-rise multifamily development projects.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Project, and Word.
- Experience with Bluebeam preferred.
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams. Exceptional organizational and analytical capabilities with proven ability to manage complex development projects and long-term phased development programs.
Stiles is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.