Execute line reviews with product development and THD team, plan product strategy, and communicate cost expectations based on extensive market research. Apply critical thinking skills through negotiations within internal team as well as well as product development to ensure all deadlines and goals are achieved through the PLR process. Conduct quarterly retail comp analysis of all product categories. Work on strategic planning based on GAP analysis in trend, price and sales velocity. Initiate the new product launch process through KES; follow process through to product launch. Responsible for all packaging, POP and marketing collateral with graphics team. Work directly with CEO on all pricing, presentation for the account. Work on forecasting and budget analysis with VP of sales.Marketing Services ManagerResponsible for new item innovation project initiatives that include focus groups, consumer research, product launch strategies and packaging design used for new product development. Lead the new product launch strategy along with the product managers. Direct liaison with lawyers on relevant legal developments such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, etc. Plan, execute, and update company website(s), as needed. Interface, manage and supervise Graphics department; coordinate outsourcing as required. Review all packaging for new products; work with Graphic designers on packaging, POP, catalog designs, etc. . Sr. Product ManagerResponsible for the management of product development in portable/task lighting category based on competitive analysis, research, field visits, and trend analysis. Directed and collaborated with executive team and functional areas to establish short and long term introduction and discontinuation strategies for low, value, and mid categories for all products. Responsible for establishing design and innovation as a strategic advantage and key component of the brand.