HV Group’s E-commerce Cluster is recruiting a Product Development Team Lead.
The Product Development Team Lead is the owner of the full product development lifecycle. He/She is responsible for identifying commercially viable product opportunities, building robust business cases, securing approval, and leading the end-to-end launch of new products on Amazon EU, UK and US marketplaces. Post-launch, the Team Lead partners with the assigned Ecommerce Sales resource to drive sales performance.
Key Responsibilities :
Product Opportunity Identification
- Conduct ongoing market research to identify product opportunities with strong demand, manageable competition, and attractive margins
- Build and maintain a product opportunity pipeline for the cluster
- Define and monitor category trends, seasonality, and competitive landscape
- Use data tools (Helium 10, Jungle Scout, Brand Analytics etc.) to validate product opportunities
Business Case Development & Approval
- Prepare detailed business cases including market sizing, competitive analysis, pricing strategy, cost of goods, and projected P&L
- Present business cases to the General Manager for approval
- Iterate on business cases based on feedback and incorporate risk mitigation strategies
Supplier Sourcing & Negotiation
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers (primarily via Alibaba, trade shows, or direct outreach)
- Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, MOQ, lead times, payment terms, and quality standards
- Manage ongoing supplier relationships to ensure quality consistency and reliability
Product Development & Compliance
- Define product specifications, packaging design briefs, and listing requirements
- Coordinate with the Marketing/Graphics team to deliver packaging and listing assets
- Ensure all products meet compliance requirements for the relevant marketplace (CE marking, UKCA, FCC, REACH, RoHS etc.) in coordination with the Compliance Officer
- Manage sample review and product testing prior to mass production
Product Launch
- Own the end-to-end launch plan for each new product including inventory readiness, listing go-live, and initial ad campaign kick-off
- Coordinate with Ecommerce Sales and Procurement & Logistics teams to align on stock levels and launch timing
- Monitor post-launch performance and work with Ecommerce Sales to optimise
P&L Ownership
- Own the product and category P&L within the cluster
- Monitor margin performance and recommend pricing or cost adjustments
- Track product lifecycle and plan refresh or discontinuation as needed
Qualifications & Requirements :
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing, or a related field
Experience
- 3+ years of experience in product development, category management, or e-commerce
- Hands-on experience with Amazon private label or wholesale product launches
- Experience sourcing products from Asia (China, India, Vietnam) is highly desirable
- Familiarity with Amazon marketplace tools (Helium 10, Brand Analytics, Seller Central)
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and commercial mindset with ability to build P&L models
- Excellent project management and organisational skills
- Strong negotiation skills with international suppliers
- Ability to manage multiple product pipelines simultaneously
- Good communication skills to collaborate across departments
Why Join Us?
✔️ Comprehensive Medical Scheme
✔️ Attractive Pension Plan and Incentives
✔️ 24/7 Insurance Coverage
✔️ Exclusive Staff Discounts via HV People App
✔️ Career Coaching & Development
Be part of a team where your growth and success matter.
Reporting to: General Manager
Last date to apply: 20 May 2026
Location: Mauritius
HV Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reserves the right to call only the best candidates for an interview.
