Senior Product Development – Sourcing Manager

Complex NTWRK

Senior Product Development & Sourcing Manager overseeing the development of innovative trading card products at Complex. Leading sourcing, production, and quality assurance processes in a dynamic environment.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $85,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the development of trading card products, collector sets, accessories, and promotional items from concept through production.
Collaborate with design, licensing, marketing, and sales teams to create innovative products that align with market trends and company objectives.
Develop product specifications, packaging requirements, and production timelines.
Evaluate new product opportunities, materials, printing techniques, finishes, and collector-focused features.
Monitor industry trends, competitor products, and collector preferences to inform future product development.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard domestic and international manufacturers, printers, and suppliers.
Negotiate pricing, production terms, MOQs, lead times, and supplier agreements.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
Source materials including card stock, packaging components, specialty finishes, promotional inserts, and collectibles-related accessories.
Develop contingency sourcing strategies to mitigate supply chain risks.
Manage production schedules to ensure products are delivered on time and within budget.
Coordinate with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal teams throughout the manufacturing process.
Track project milestones and proactively resolve production delays or quality concerns.
Monitor inventory requirements and collaborate with operations teams on forecasting and replenishment planning.
Ensure compliance with applicable safety, labeling, and regulatory requirements.
Establish and maintain product quality standards across all product lines.
Review production samples, proofs, prototypes, and pre-production runs.
Conduct vendor performance evaluations and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Resolve quality issues and oversee corrective action plans with suppliers.
Develop and manage product cost targets and production budgets.
Analyze product margins and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
Support annual product roadmaps and long-term sourcing strategies.
Prepare reports and recommendations for senior leadership regarding product performance and supplier partnerships.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Product Development, Operations, Marketing, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in product development, sourcing, procurement, or manufacturing management.
Experience managing overseas suppliers and manufacturing partners.
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Advanced proficiency with ERP/project management systems.
Advanced proficiency with PDM systems, Centric preferred.
Ability to travel domestic and international (with a valid passport) up to 3 times a year.
Reliable transportation to travel locally.
Ability to manage multiple product launches simultaneously.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance
Healthcare FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Commuter Benefits FSA
Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
Paid Parental leave
401k with 4% match
Pet Insurance
Legal and Identity Theft Plans
Flexible PTO

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Hard Skills & Tools

product developmentsourcingprocurementmanufacturing managementnegotiationvendor managementproject managementcost analysisquality assurancesupply chain management

Soft Skills

organizational abilitiescollaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingrelationship buildingstrategic thinkinganalytical skillstime managementleadershipadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in BusinessBachelor's degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor's degree in Product DevelopmentBachelor's degree in OperationsBachelor's degree in Marketing