Product Development Director plans and directs the resources and processes required to implement the vision and strategy for new product development and product lifecycle management of existing products. Establishes research and concept development projects and capabilities to innovate new products, product enhancements, and product redesign. Being a Product Development Director conducts market analysis and interacts with customers and prospects to identify new markets, articulate the value proposition, define requirements, and lead the development of a product roadmap. Oversees new product development and collaboration with internal stakeholders, including marketing, sales, and manufacturing, to ensure that new and existing products support the organization's financial goals. Additionally, Product Development Director develops teams with the knowledge and expertise to fulfill product development objectives. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Product Development Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Product Development Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Skills Needed
Proficient in auto cad, Solid Works and CNC equipment
Responsible for costing, maintaining and implementing frame and poly foam specifications primarily for the furniture industry.
Ability to multi-task
Able to work toward goals and
deadlines
Experience in the upholstered furniture business preferred.
This person needs to be honest, and a
positive thinker with confidence
Comprehensive Benefit package including:
Major Medical Insurance with low deductible and prescription plan
Dental
Vision
Group Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Accident
401k
Vacation
and more
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
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Schedule:
Work Location: In person
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