Our business is growing and so are our teams! We may have a variety of roles/levels available in the near future, so please do not hesitate to apply! Please note that our product roles do need to work in a hybrid capacity from our New Providence, NJ office approximately 2-3 days per week. If you have a passion for product and merchandising, we'd love to hear from you!
Position Overview:
As a part of our Product Development/ Creative Merchandising teams, you will be responsible for managing the development of product from concept to creation. These roles are dynamic to say the least, as it embodies both product development, brand management, merchandising and overall business ownership. To be successful in this role, you must have a good understanding of the product life cycle and have the ability to work within tight deadlines while managing multiple products at once. Ideal candidates will have experience in toys, arts & crafts, accessories, or similar industry.
Responsibilities may include (depending on job level):
Focus on new ideation and concept generation of new brands/programs/product extensions to fill missing category voids.Conduct market research to identify current and upcoming trends, retail gaps in product and packaging, and perform competitive retail landscape.Continually identify and drive improvements in existing product lines to ultimately deliver a better-performing product, drive cost savings, and increase product appeal and retail sales.Collaborate with merchandising, design and product engineering team members to generate and execute new product and packaging concepts. Collaborate with design team members to generate style guide direction, oversee product and packaging creation.Produce trend and concept boards as needed for new product and customer meetings. Provide direction to support team to create presentations, including mock-up samples, prototypes and presentation boards. Also, oversee preparation of other presentation support tools like trend boards and retail competitive analysis.Perform margin analysis on programs and work with merchandising team members to continually improve overall financial performance of SKU’s.Oversee daily communication with overseas office on issues of new product development/sourcing, costing & price negotiations and sampling/prototyping.Assist in providing item, costing and margin information to sales team on programs.Accompany sales team on presentations and sales calls as needed.Relate customer feedback to design and overseas teams to adjust artwork, packaging, retail price points and margins.Review and comment on all production approval samples and work with overseas office to correct all issues before items go into production.Monitor and analyze POS of active SKU’s to carve out upcoming product improvement and line plan alteration strategies.Work with testing/compliance team on new and existing products to make sure products are safe, age-appropriate and properly labeled for retail.What You’ll Bring:
Product development/product management experience in a CPG or retail company required (toys, arts & crafts, accessories, etc. strongly preferred)Sourcing, Costing, in-house Product Development experience requiredExperience communicating with overseas suppliers requiredAdvanced skills in Powerpoint and Excel requiredAbility to work on tight deadlines and fast paced environment requiredStrong attention to details requiredStrong sense of trends, fashion, color, and design requiredAbility to work from our New Providence, NJ office in a hybrid capacity required*Please note, salary range will vary depending on job level and experience.*
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Read LessJob Description: Inventory/Quality Control (IC/QC) Supervisor
Location: McDonough, GA
Shift: 1st Shift (Mon–Thurs, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM)
Position Summary
The IC/QC Supervisor provides leadership and accountability for inventory control and quality operations while fostering teamwork, operational excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement. Oversee daily inventory accuracy and quality control operations within the distribution center. This role leads inventory research, reviews variance adjustments, and monitors quality performance.
The IC/QC Supervisor drives root cause analysis of inventory and quality discrepancies implements corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and leads continuous improvement initiatives that reduce inventory variance, damages, and process inefficiencies.
Additionally, this position provides direct supervision to IC/QC associates, ensuring workflow coordination, team development, and consistent execution of inventory and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Promote a culture of safety by ensuring compliance with all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.Lead and ensure daily cycle count execution, analyze results, identify trends, and ensure timeley resolution of inventory discrepancies.Lead daily inventory control and quality control operations across inbound, storage, and outbound processes.Review the Perpetual Inventory Report daily and take action to address discrepancies.Review inventory discrepancy research, including hold tasks, empty bins, old wave planning slots, aging inventory, and high variances.Ensure accurate processing of inventory adjustments for damaged, misallocated, or inaccurate items.Monitor adjustment and defect trends, conduct root cause analysis (RCA), and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).Develop and maintain reports, logs, and audit summaries; communicate key findings to leadership.Lead internal inventory and quality audits, ensuring compliance with company standards for product handling, labeling, and shipments, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.Supervise IC/QC associates, including training, performance management, and daily task assignments.Provide workflow coordination, guidance, and escalation support for issue resolution.Ensure continuity of operations, staffing alignment, and completion of daily IC/QC tasks.Support project planning, resource coordination, and cross‑department initiatives to improve inventory accuracy and efficiency.Analyze inventory and quality data to identify trends, reduce defects, improve accuracy, and support operational decision-making.Qualifications
1–2 years of Inventory Control, Quality Control, or Warehouse leadership experience (required).Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.Proficiency with WMS, RF scanners, Excel/Google Sheets.Ability to distinguish systemic vs. physical inventory issues.Strong communication and collaboration skills.Ability to lift up to 30 lbs; forklift experience required.Join Our Creative Team as a Designer!
Do you have experience designing licensed products?! Do you get excited by the latest trends and immediately put them into art? If so, this role is for you! We are seeking a Designer that will have responsibility for hand-sketching front, back, and side views of new Horizon Group USA products as well as rendering mockups in Photoshop. Consider it a bonus if you have Packaging Design experience as well!
What You'll Do:
Design and create product for craft, fashion activity kits, and novelty products in vector format.Use Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop to execute designs.Participate in trend research and brainstorming for new product concepts.Collaborate with Marketing team and Design Team on all projects.Illustrate icons, characters, design color schemes and patterns for products and packaging.Create mockups for presentations.Provide photography support for manuals and instruction sheets.Execute detailed production mechanicals for product and packaging.What You’ll Bring:
MUST have previous experience working on licensed brands/products.Expert knowledge in Adobe Suite required.Ability to create and illustrate in vector format in a wide variety of styles, for various target audiences (including gender neutral, tween girls etc.; Seasonal and Everyday artwork), each with a distinct point of view.Ability to hand-sketch front back and side views of the same object required.Ability to take vector/ hand sketches and create 3D renderings using Photoshop.Knowledge of Digital Photography as support will be needed in photographing for manuals and instruction sheets.Experience in Activity Kits/ Toy or Craft Industry preferred.Product knowledge of activity kits / DIY activities for jewelry, Paint your own/ build your own accessories, HBA, & paper crafting fields ideal.Page Layout/ instruction Layout skills a plus.Fine Art skills such as painting is a plus.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.MUST submit a portfolio link to be considered.#LI-Hybrid
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The Customs Compliance Specialist will be a part of our Corporate Logistics team and has extensive knowledge of HTS codes. This position is responsible for classification of arts and crafts products under the harmonized tariff schedules. This individual will ensure the company maintains import compliance with all laws and regulations.
Responsibilities:
Perform classification functions including maintenance of applicable databases by reviewing product build of materials and images of craft components and activity kits to classify under the US & Canada, LATAM, EUR and Asian HTS schedules.Research & verify duty rates and classifications for products for multiple countries.Communicate with customs brokers on any documentation or classification issues to ensure the proper and timely filing of customs entries.Provide instructions to overseas offices/agents concerning classification and/or documentation issues, trade developments established by government agencies and related compliance measures.Research trade websites to stay abreast of trade developments and negotiations. Communicate updates to production and logistics departments as required.Work closely with HGU global offices for US and International HTS/Duty related support.Responsible for documentation requirements in accordance with FDA (including Product Codes), TSCAs, LADs, and any other government partnering agencies (GPAs) relating to our product lines. Respond to customs audits and trade compliance verification programs issued by Customs. Conduct periodic internal reviews or audits to ensure that compliance procedures are followed.Ability to work with internal stakeholders to minimize any adverse impact from US tariff changes.Accurately classify imported products under the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS) and applicable International Tariff Schedules.Apply GRI’s, Explanatory Notes, and Customs rulings (i.e., CROSS) to determine and document correct classifications.Maintain up-to-date expertise on HTSUS changes, rulings, and legal notes to ensure full compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).Determine tariff classifications for complex, multi-component, and custom-built products using GRIs 1-6 and CBP guidelines.Research and analyze CBP Binding Rulings (CROSS) to validate and support classification.Maintain and apply detailed knowledge of Section 301 (China Tariffs), Section 232 (Steel/Aluminum/Copper) including applicable exclusions and compliance requirements, and any other applicable tariffs related to our product base.Assess product eligibility for tariff exclusions and work with cross-functional teams to implement duty mitigation strategies.Monitor and analyze changes in global tariff schedules, trade remedies, and trade agreements (i.e., USMCA, EU TARIC).Collaborate with internal teams to collect and review specifications for classification purposes.Support IL Manager with classification reviews as part of import audits and reviews.Contribute to the development of internal classification standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials for broader compliance awareness.Skills and Qualifying Experience:
Extensive knowledge of product classification and tariff schedules (HTS code knowledge is required).Knowledge of Section 301, 232, and Reciprocal Tariffs required.Toys and/or arts & crafts product classification experience HIGHLY preferred.Knowledge and active usage of US HTS website required.Strong knowledge of HTSUS, GRIs, Explanatory Notes, and CBP classification regulations.5+ years of experience in HTS classification required.Experience in Global Trade Compliance and classification.US Licensed Customs Broker a plus.Effective interpersonal communication skills required (oral and written) with ability to relate with multiple internal (i.e., Buying Office, Finance, Product Development, etc.) and external (i.e. brokers, US and/or Canadian government agencies, etc.) stakeholders.Strong analytical and PC skills required, with an emphasis on Microsoft Office products (i.e. Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).Detail-oriented, able to multi-task critical classification priorities, and possess a sense of urgency to consistently complete assignments on-time.*Please note, this role can be located anywhere in the U.S.*
Read LessJob Title: Product Merchandising Coordinator
Location: New Providence, NJ (hybrid in-office ~3x/week)
The Opportunity:
As a Product Merchandising Coordinator, you will be part of a team responsible for managing kids & tweens DIY arts & crafts products from concept to creation. You play a key support role on the team by managing samples, coordinating communication between teams, and ensuring projects/programs stay on track. To be successful in this role, you must have a good understanding of the product life cycle and can work within tight deadlines while managing multiple products at once. In addition, solid communication, prioritization skills, and attention to detail are key attributes of success in this role. The success candidate should plan to be in our New Providence, NJ office 2-3x/week, depending on business needs. In return, this role is a fantastic entry point into our Product and Merchandising teams and provides great opportunities for growth and development at Horizon Group USA.
Role Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
Facilitate the creation of sales presentations with mock-up samples, prototypes and presentation boards.Conduct daily communication with overseas office on issues of new product development/sourcing/costing and keeping a status of all pending projects.Assist in product spec creations by obtaining competitive samples, photographing, editing photos and creating copy.Facilitate item, costing and margin information to sales team on assigned programs.Create and keeping a status of all art requests for new products, packaging revisions and production needs.Assist in reviewing and commenting on all production approval samples and provide customer-required samples to sales team.Complete new item setup and other product & marketing related forms of production items for retail customers.Work with members from cross-functional teams of Product Development, Planning, Marketing Ops, Sales, etc. on all assigned programs.Collaborate with Product Managers and Product Development teams to generate new product concepts through brainstorm meetings, trend-shopping and market research.Additional duties related to merchandising/production as required.What You'll Bring:
Advanced skills in Powerpoint and Excel requiredAbility to work on tight deadlines and fast paced environment requiredStrong attention to details required0 - 3 years of product management experience in a CPG/manufacturing company preferredSourcing, Costing, Product Development and/or Supply Chain background a plusExperience communicating with overseas suppliers preferredExcellent written and verbal communication skillsPassion for crafting and creativity a plus*Please note, this is a hybrid opportunity with some days working in our New Providence, NJ office and other days working remotely.
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