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Please see the job description below. You can also view it on the main Hobbico website, www.hobbico.com, or the Revell website, www.revell.com. If you have any questions, feel free to e-mail me at hr@hobbico.com. Product Development Manager You have a passion for building replica plastic model kits, so you know the name Revell — the most respected maker of plastic model cars, ships, planes and more for over 60 years. A division of Hobbico, Inc., Revell now has an incredible opportunity for you: Turn your favorite hobby into a rewarding career! Join the Revell team...and wake up each morning excited about the important role you play in sharing the plastic model hobby with the world! As Product Development Manager: • Oversee development of plastic model kit products. • Develop product plans including product objectives, pricing strategies and launch plans • Analyze market and industry trends to identify profitable growth strategies and product development opportunities. • Establish relationships with vendors to globally source and develop product. • Manage product delivery schedules and timelines. • Ensure the accuracy and presentation of packaging and promotional materials. The successful candidate will possess: • A Bachelors’ Degree in Business Administration or related field. • 10+ years experience in the consumer product development area. • A passion for and at least 5 years of hands-on experience building and collecting scale plastic models and die-cast products. • Historic and present day knowledge of automobiles, aircraft, and ships. • Up-to-date subject matter expertise on the latest trends in the military and automotive industries, including the racing circuit. Familiarity with related industry publications, trade magazines, and the use of internet chat rooms and blogs. • Strong team orientation, communication, project management, creative and analytical skills. • A proven record working with various types of licensors as well as experience in box art design and the creation of instruction manuals. • Working knowledge and understanding of product design, the product engineering process associated with design, and tools for injection molds. Revell offers: • Challenging positions • Opportunity for career advancement • An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that allows employees to share in the benefits of improved company performance and growth in value Qualified candidates should submit a resume and salary history by e-mail to hr@hobbico.com. All submissions will be considered confidential. No relocation provided.

I'm with the Hobbico Human Resources department, and we have a job opportunity with Revell. Is it OK for me to post it here? Thanks!