Product Development Assistant

Role DescriptionWe are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Product Development Assistant to support the development, improvement, and coordination of products throughout the product lifecycle. The role involves assisting with product research, documentation, testing, coordination, and communication to ensure products meet business objectives and quality standards.Key responsibilities include:Assist with product research, market analysis, competitor reviews, and product development activities.Support the preparation and maintenance of product specifications, development documents, samples, and records.Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders on product requirements, timelines, samples, and revisions.Track product development schedules, milestones, deliverables, and follow-up actions.Assist in product testing, evaluation, quality checks, and issue tracking.Gather and organise feedback from customers, stakeholders, and relevant teams to support product improvements.Prepare product presentations, reports, summaries, and supporting materials.Maintain accurate product information and ensure documentation is updated throughout the development process.Support product launches, updates, and other cross-functional development initiatives.Identify opportunities to improve product development processes, workflows, and documentation.QualificationsDiploma or Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Business, Marketing, Engineering, Design, or a related discipline.Strong organisational and project coordination skills with excellent attention to detail.Good analytical and problem-solving abilities with a practical and solutions-focused approach.Ability to understand product requirements and translate information into clear documentation.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across different teams.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines in a structured manner.A proactive, collaborative, and quality-focused mindset.Good written and verbal communication skills.Familiarity with product lifecycle management, market research, product testing, or development processes is an advantage.