Are you a self-starter with an innovative mind? Here at UFP, we are always looking for opportunities to set ourselves apart from our competitors. Apply now to let your voice be heard and get your creative juices flowing! Job Summary The Product Development Specialist II is responsible for managing product development projects with multiple internal and external contacts to successfully commercialize new products. This position works under general supervision relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and requires a wide degree of creativity and autonomy to perform the job. Principle Duties and Responsibilities * Perform analyses to determine proof of concept, product attributes, target markets, competition, and compatibility with UFP sales, manufacturing and distribution capabilities * Determine product requirements including features, design attributes, and testing requirements * Work with product management, sales and manufacturing to develop and build prototypes that meet product and quality requirements * Collaborate with outside manufacturers and vendors on sourcing, product attributes and testing * Collaborate with UFP manufacturing plants to jointly develop products * Collaborate with product managers to maintain brand message consistency when developing new products for existing brands * Work with National Sales on product development for national retail customers * Write and edit drafts of marketing material including packaging, features benefits, installation instructions and brochures * Coordinate with engineering on product design and testing * Coordinate with legal on distribution and IP-related matters * Coordinate with marketing communications on product marketing collateral * Performs other duties as required Qualified * Requires bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent * Minimum five years of product development experience or UFP employee with relevant product experience * Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint and Outlook The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.