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)
The Vermont Country Store is currently seeking an Associate Product Development Manager to join our Merchandising Team. This role successfully manages specific product categories and develops new, unique, hard-to-find products for The Vermont Country Store customer while driving sales and profit growth across multiple channels.
Where We Are
This hybrid position requires in-person work three days per week at 5650 Main Street, Manchester Center, Vermont.
A Sampling of What You’ll Do
Who We’re Looking For
Who We Are:
An innovation-driven company, The Vermont Country Store is a family-owned multi-channel business that has been operating in the Green Mountains of southern Vermont for over 75 years.
What You’ll Love About The Vermont Country Store
More About Us
With deep, well-established roots in Vermont, we offer a unique work environment in a rural setting for those who enjoy the outdoors and mountain lifestyle. While we have always offered hard-to find products, we also offer easy-to-love careers in a variety of roles. Our Main Offices are located in Manchester Center, a tranquil Vermont town with numerous shops, restaurants, and cultural events. It is a wonderful location to raise a family with a strong school system and many activities for children. The surrounding area provides ample opportunity for hiking, skiing, and exploring the outdoors.
We like to say that the strength of The Vermont Country Store is in its people, so come join us!
Strength lies in our differences. Together the possibilities are endless.
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