We9re looking for a talented, business-minded person to manage iFixit9s whitelabel and third-party tool resale program. iFixit engineers most of our own tools, but a significant portion of our catalog comes from established manufacturers whose products we whitelabel or resell because they9re genuinely the right tool for a repair. As a product manager, you9ll be working alongside the engineering, procurement, and compliance teams to find gaps in our catalog, source manufacturers, negotiate deals, and manage roughly products from first sample through launch.
Responsibilities of this role include:- Research the repair market and our own catalog for product gaps worth filling, and write the proposals that make the case
- Source manufacturers (domestic and overseas), and negotiate pricing, MOQs, tooling, and payment terms
- Build landed-cost models and propose retail pricing across our web store, Amazon, and wholesale
- Guide each product through compliance, packaging, barcodes, and launch
- Evaluate product samples hands-on
- Monitor sales and margins, and drive price changes, re-sourcing, and end-of-life decisions
Before applying you should possess:- Experience sourcing product and negotiating with overseas manufacturers
- A head for the business side: market research, negotiation, margin math
- Clear written communication, especially with non-native English speakers
- Ability to manage many projects simultaneously
- Excellent spreadsheet skills
Candidates get bonus points for the following:- Experience with product lifecycles, BOM management, revisions
- Private-label or store-brand program experience
- Experience with NetSuite or another ERP
- Familiarity with consumer product compliance (REACH, Prop 65, safety certifications)
- Amazon marketplace and GS1 barcode experience
Some key personality traits that we9d like to see:- Self-motivation and diligent work ethic
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Passionate about repair
- Creative problem solving
- Ability to learn new things very quickly
- Ability to work well with others, accept feedback, and change directions if needed
iFixit9s Expansion to Chattanooga: Our roots are in the California technology startup world, but our passion is tinkering. We are thrilled to be joining the making and manufacturing culture of Tennessee.
We are excited to have moved into our eastern distribution hub and headquarters! We9ve built a 50,000 square foot flagship location blocks from downtown in the historic Onion Bottom neighborhood on 12th street.
Read more about our plans.
iFixit is an awesome place to work.
Here are some of our perks:- A career where you will be actively working to make the world better.
- A repairable laptop, and any software you need.
- Full benefits package. Employer-paid health insurance through Anthem Blue Cross including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Plus a stipend toward coverage for your dependent(s).
- 401k plan with 4% employer match.
- Flexible vacation time + paid holidays.
- Dependent Care FSA.
- Generous stipends towards repair & wellness.
- $400 towards a bike or alternative method of transportation.
- A sweet pair of headphones to get your head in the game.
- Team member discounts on parts and tools.
- Charitable contribution matching! We9ll 100% match your tax deductible contribution.
To Apply: Take a look at our website, ifixit.com, and familiarize yourself with our mission. Include a separate cover letter as a PDF telling us why you want this job. We9re especially interested in why your skills, qualities, and experience make you a good fit for our team. Both a resue9 and a cover letter are required for this position.
We are looking to fill a position effective immediately, working 40 hours per week. Must be available to work a hybrid schedule, maintaining in-office presence at our Chattanooga location on core days (T-Th) at minimum. Some work outside of normal business hours may be required. Occasional travel to other iFixit locations in San Luis Obispo, CA and/or Stuttgart, Germany will be required for training and development.
