Associate Product Specialist (Hybrid)

Location: New York, New YorkJob Type: ContractCompensation Range: $32 - 40 per hourAre you ready to elevate product excellence and drive vendor compliance for a dynamic retail leader? As a key quality partner, you will lead the end-to-end execution of safety compliance, production integrity, and merchant alignment. You will turn complex regulatory guidelines into seamless operational standards, ensuring top-tier value across all merchandise streams. Responsibilities:Establish and execute rigorous quality control frameworks to ensure all merchandise meets federal safety, labeling, and brand standards.Partner with Merchants and external Vendors to establish quality requirements, optimize production workflows, and accelerate product speed-to-market.Direct the end-to-end sample inspection process from pre-production to final approval, resolving production bottlenecks through consultative channels.Conduct strategic market reviews and factory assessments to analyze competitor product mixes, build category knowledge, and educate cross-functional teams on best practices. Qualifications:2+ years of experience in production management, quality assurance, merchandising, or product development.Specialized expertise in federal safety regulations, product testing protocols, and compliance documentation.Proven track record of managing multi-channel vendor relationships, sample tracking systems, and cross-functional quality initiatives.Excellent communication skills, strong detail orientation, and proficiency in MS Excel and inventory management software. JOBID: JN -76 Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.