Product Development Manager

Role overview

Beyond Braid is a leading fishing brand in the United States, known for braided line and tackle that dedicated anglers rely on. The company is looking for a Product Development Manager to take charge of new products from concept through launch, including sourcing, design, testing, supplier coordination, and release timing. This role will work directly with the founder and fully manage the product pipeline.

What you will own

• Managing the full product pipeline, including each new product’s stage, status, and launch timing.
• Handling sourcing and supplier relationships, including existing factory partners in China and identifying new manufacturing options.
• Leading product design and development work, from simple improvements to custom products involving molds and tooling.
• Overseeing product validation, packaging, barcode setup, and quality control.
• Maintaining a consistent flow of new product launches.

What the role calls for

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience taking physical products from idea to sample to shelf and can point to real products they are proud of. Experience in fishing, outdoor gear, tackle, marine, hunting, or similar hardgoods categories is especially relevant.

You should be comfortable sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, preferably in China, and know how to secure samples, manage landed cost, and keep projects on schedule. A strong sense for product design is important, along with attention to detail across packaging, barcodes, quality checks, and first-article inspections.

Applicants should also be able to validate demand and margin before committing to tooling or production, rather than after the fact.

Experience and background

The company is seeking someone with roughly 3 to 5+ years of experience developing physical consumer products. A background in product development or in sourcing and supplier development is acceptable, with China sourcing considered a major advantage. Candidates should be able to show examples of products they sourced, designed, or successfully brought to market.

A personal interest in fishing or the outdoors is a plus.

Compensation and location

The compensation package includes a base salary of $75,000 to $95,000, plus a bonus tied to product launches. The position is remote within the United States, with South Florida preferred for occasional in-person work and sample handling.

Application notes

Applicants who move past the first stage will be asked to submit a short 90-second video introducing themselves, explaining why they are a fit, and sharing why they want to join Beyond Braid. They will also need to provide one example of a product they personally sourced or brought to market, explain the outcome, and include a photo of their best catch. The company emphasizes a fast-moving, no-fluff hiring process.