At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

We’re searching for an imaginative and inspired Product Developer to work on-site at our Carson headquarters! Successful candidates will be creative professionals who have the ability to generate original children’s product ideas that combine interest and fun, and support child development. Our team environment is fun, fast-paced and deadline-driven. We have the greatest respect for our employees—and Lakeshore is simply a wonderful place to work. Want to help us create one-of-a-kind products that help kids build educational skills and reach developmental milestones? Contact us right away!

A day in the office looks like this:

• Analyze market trends and performance data to inform development of future products
• Generate and pitch new product ideas to peers and executive management
• Develop and drive concept of new ideas from ideation to production
• Improve existing products to better serve our customers
• Work with domestic and overseas vendors regarding a variety of product manufacturing modalities
• Provide clear direction and collaborate effectively with in-house designers, engineers and quality teams

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• A degree in Education, Early Childhood Development and/or Product Design
• A keen aesthetic sense and eye for detail to ensure the delivery of outstanding product and play experiences
• Ability to thrive in an atmosphere with multiple overlapping deadlines
• Strong organizational skills, a team mentality and outcome orientation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Superb attention to detail and follow-through
• Experience working with children in an early childhood program and/or experience in product development geared toward kids play a plus

And here’s our end of the bargain!

• Salary: $70,000 - $120,000 with an annual bonus of up to 10%
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• On-site preschool for our employees’ children
• On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
• Generous employee discount on products that make you smarter
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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