Product Development Manager
About the role
Product Development Manager
(Owned Brands / Private Label)
The Islander Group (TIG) Mililani, Hawaiʻi (On-site) Full-time
Base salary range: $55,000–$75,000 + bonus eligibility
About TIG
The Islander Group (TIG) is Hawaiʻi’s leading wholesale distribution company serving retailers, foodservice operators, and commercial customers across the Hawaiian Islands and Guam.
The Role
Build and grow TIG’s proprietary (owned brands/private label) portfolio. Own the development lifecycle—from insight and concept through specs, costing, packaging/labeling, supplier coordination, evaluation, and launch—partnering with Sales, Marketing, Procurement, and Operations.
Key Responsibilities
Own the owned-brand pipeline from concept validation through launch and optimization.
Create product briefs (customer need, attributes, pricing, pack/case configuration, success metrics).
Build business cases and manage the roadmap based on margin, landed cost, ROI, and strategic fit.
Lead cross-functional launch plans (specs, packaging/labeling, and go-to-market readiness).
Own timelines, risks, and key decisions to deliver launches on schedule.
Source and manage suppliers/manufacturers balancing quality, lead times, and total landed cost.
Maintain product specs and ensure packaging/labeling meets regulatory and documentation requirements.
Be the accountable owner for owned-brand initiatives—drive decisions, documentation, and stakeholder updates.
Build repeatable tools and templates to scale product development.
Lead the Art Department workflow to deliver accurate, compliant packaging/label artwork on time.
Qualifications
3+ years in private label/owned-brand product development, category/brand management, or related CPG/retail/distribution roles.
End-to-end launch leadership: briefs, specs, and cross-functional execution.
Packaging/labeling and artwork workflow experience (including compliance considerations).
Supplier partnership strength (selection, negotiation, performance management).
Business acumen: margin, landed cost drivers, and ROI.
On-site in Mililani/Central Oahu (Hawaiʻi ties preferred).
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary range: $55,000–$75,000 (depending on experience) + bonus eligibility.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and company-observed holidays.
Professional development support.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Compensation
This Product Manager role pays $55k-$75k/yr. Within typical range for product manager roles in United States.
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