About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a fishing tackle and outdoor products manufacturer.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Product Development Specialist who is passionate about fishing products and eager to learn the full product lifecycle — from early concepts and prototypes through packaging, photography, production, and market launch. This is a hands-on role working closely with cross-functional teams and suppliers to support new product introductions.

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What You’ll Do

• Support and coordinate assigned product development projects from initial concept through production and retail launch.
• Develop and maintain project timelines, task lists, and next steps for assigned products.
• Coordinate with internal teams (sales, marketing, operations) to collect product, pricing, packaging, and launch information.
• Work with domestic and international suppliers to collect quotes, samples, specifications, and other supplier data.
• Collaborate with product engineers, machine shop, 3D modeling resources, and suppliers to support prototype development and revisions.
• Maintain an organized sample library and accurate records of sample revisions, feedback, approvals, and status.
• Track supplier deliverables and follow up to ensure timely receipt of samples, quotations, packaging, and production details.
• Collect and organize product names, item numbers, descriptions, features, specifications, dimensions, materials, packaging details, costs, pricing, case packs, UPCs, and other required data.
• Assist in preparing and updating new product presentations for internal review, sales meetings, customers, and retail.
• Prepare, organize, and ship product samples for photography; communicate required images/angles and organize final images in the system.
• Provide day-to-day assistance to company leadership and senior product development staff on assigned projects and priorities.

Note: This role is onsite in Olive Branch, MS.

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Qualifications

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects at different stages.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to take initiative.
• Ability to learn new products, processes, systems, and terminology quickly.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar productivity tools.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, material selection, and product testing is a plus.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, product development, project management, or a related field preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with the fishing industry, bait, and tackle product trends is highly desirable.

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Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated annual pay: $51,385 (estimated figure from source; actual pay may vary).
• Competitive pay and benefits package for eligible full-time employees.
• Hands-on exposure to the full product development lifecycle and opportunities for professional growth within the fishing tackle and outdoor products industry.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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