We, Mclaren Consultancy Limited (Mclaren), are a comprehensive service company specializing in human capital solutions, business consulting, brand planning and marketing activties, position outsourcing, outplacement and integrated solutions for Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) matters.
About Our Client
Our client, an established global toy manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced, hands-on Senior Engineering & Product Development Manager / Lead specializing in Soft Toys & Squishy products . This role bridges creative product concepts and mass manufacturing, leading end-to-end product development from initial prototyping, materials sourcing, and tooling through to full-scale factory production and supply chain optimization.
The ideal candidate brings strong technical authority in plush/soft toy manufacturing, combined with team leadership capabilities and solid vendor/factory management skills across Hong Kong and Mainland China.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the development pipeline for soft toys and squishy product lines—managing prototype creation, mold development, material selection, and factory sourcing.
Direct day-to-day operations of the engineering team, mentor technical staff, establish standard operating procedures, and hit departmental KPIs aligned with company objectives.
Negotiate and manage vendor relationships, conduct detailed cost breakdowns and comparative analyses, track production schedules, and drive on-time delivery across internal teams, clients, and factories.
Travel frequently to or station at manufacturing plants in China to oversee quality control, safety compliance, logistics execution, and production line maintenance.
Requirements & Qualifications
Diploma or Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial) or a related technical discipline.
6 years or above hands-on experience in toy manufacturing; direct expertise in soft toys, plush, or squishy development is strongly preferred.
Comprehensive understanding of factory operations, including tooling/molds, production processes, QA/QC standards, toy safety protocols, and logistics.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and team-mentoring skills with an independent, proactive work style
Interested parties please send your full resume to [email redacted, apply via Company website]. Successful applicants will be contacted within 2 working days.
Full-time,Permanent