Product Development Assistant – Modderfontein

Our client is a Johannesburg-based developer of toys and consumer products. The company holds exclusive distribution rights for several international brands as well as its own original brands, and has quickly grown to be one of Africa’s leading distributors and developers of world-class toy brands.

About the Role:
We are looking for a highly organized Product Development Assistant to join our product sourcing and development function. This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented who can manage product-related admin, coordinate with suppliers, and assist in developing new toy products and brands from concept to market.
As part of a rapidly growing toy company, you’ll be working with suppliers, factories, and brands from around the world, gaining hands-on experience in global sourcing and product development. You’ll also engage with some of the biggest retailers in South Africa and internationally, giving you unique exposure to the industry at a high level. This is a rare chance to step into a fast-moving business where you’ll gain a wide range of experience and opportunities in a short time.

Key Responsibilities
• Attend sales meetings to understand client needs.
• Communicate with suppliers to request catalogues, quotations and samples.
• Do competitor analysis, product analysis and cost analysis.
• Work with in-house graphic designer to develop packaging and do product customizations.
• Communicate final product and packaging details to suppliers.
• Pitch newly developed products to distributors and retail buyers.
• Guide and support the sales team to ensure strong market adoption and sell-through.
• Monitor product performance post-launch and provide feedback for improvements, implementing future product changes.

Key Skills & Requirements
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle admin-heavy tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects.
• Some sales or business development awareness is beneficial.
• Previous experience in product sourcing or procurement is beneficial

Who Should Apply?
• A sharp, proactive thinker who thrives in a fast-moving environment
• A strong communicator who can manage supplier relationships.
• A problem solver who can take ownership of tasks and keep things moving