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Associate Product Category Manager

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Job Type: contract

Company: IDR

Category: Product Managers/ Product Owners

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IDR is seeking an Associate Product Category Manager to join one of our top clients in Los Angeles, CA. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about consumer products. You will play a pivotal role in bringing innovative product experiences to life, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure seamless execution. If you are looking for an opportunity to join a growing organization and work within an ever-growing team-oriented culture, please apply today!

Position Overview/Responsibilities for the Associate Product Category Manager:

• Execute strategic plans for Hardlines product categories, including Toys & Collectibles, Consumer Electronics, and Game Peripherals.

• Conduct in-depth analyses of sales, pricing, and player feedback to guide product selection and inventory planning.

• Collaborate with regional partners, eCommerce, and game teams to implement distribution strategies.

• Manage project budgets and organize financial data to ensure projects remain on track.

• Facilitate product team meetings, documenting key notes and action items for cross-team visibility.

Required Skills for Associate Product Category Manager:

• Demonstrated passion for games, with bonus points for experience with Riot's titles.

• Experience in product, brand, or category management, or related fields such as product marketing or licensing.

• Proficiency in managing budgets, negotiating estimates, and analyzing market data.

• Expertise with project management tools (e.g., AirTable, Trello, Asana) and spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets).

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle planning, scheduling, and resource management.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package

• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!

• Opportunity to get in with an industry-leading organization

• Close-knit and team-oriented culture

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets

• Employee Stock Ownership Program

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.

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