Product Development Manager Job Description
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We are looking for a creative and inspired leader to join our family as a Product Development Manager. The candidate's responsibility will be to work on a cross-functional team of talented individuals and ensure the product is built with integrity, and intention and aligned with our brand vision and values. The ideal candidate will have a proven product development track record in the athletic apparel industry. As a member of the Product Development team, you will participate in developing and executing products to align with Design's vision and the overarching business strategy of our rapidly-growing brand. Additionally, the team is responsible for product innovation that solves the problems of our consumers. The ideal candidate will work closely and collaboratively with Design, Raw Material R&D, Technical Design, Sourcing, Planning, and Merchandising teams to create beautiful and innovative products.
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Are you a Product Development Manager who enjoys driving creative and product development? We look to ensure best in class execution of our products! The Product Development Manager will work collaboratively with our licensing partners. They will handle approvals across Soft Lines and Hard Lines product categories. You will communicate creative direction in line with key strategic business goals and brand creative direction, to ensure commercial requirements and timelines are achieved.
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The Product Development Manager will support a team that is motivated by the opportunity to reinvent pharmacy and improve health outcomes for our patients and clients while realizing financial results for the Company.
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The Product Development Manager manages the process of developing a product or enhancing our existing products to meet customer expectations effectively. The Product Development Manager conducts research, develops proposals, and supervises and oversees the design process.
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We are seeking an exceptional Product Development Manager to join us at our corporate office. This position reports to the Vice President of Product and serves a critical role in helping support our product teams.
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As a Product Development Manager, you will act as a single point of contact for products and services for strategic/key accounts within the Trade area, District, or Region. You will be a technical resource for engineered shoring systems, providing training and project support to customers for new and existing product lines, while educating other Company business units on Trench Safety. In this key role, you will drive profitable revenue for the company within all Regions through lead sharing and trade area cooperation. In addition, your strategic vision will guide our growth and drive your career achievement.
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The Product Development Manager will communicate and execute retail product development strategies and initiatives for achieving sales and financial objectives in support of property and corporate retail financial goals. This position will be responsible for evaluating industry trends alongside property-specific needs when developing new products and refining existing products.
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The Product Development Manager leads the team responsible for developing prototype samples through production-ready samples in a fast-paced environment with expedited timelines.
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The Product Development Manager (PDM) will proactively provide technical leadership to cross-functional team members (and their employees) and will be collaborating in teams across the majority of departments within the Company. The ability to juggle multiple projects and apply critical thinking, organizational awareness, communication, and analytical skills is essential.
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The Product Development Manager oversees the development of hosiery products from concept to completion including yarn selection, machine usage, construction, and final manufacturing specifications. Manages product development process of globally sourced and vertically manufactured styles to meet design initiatives, cost parameters, and manufacturing constraints.
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Frequently asked questions
What are product development manager's duties and responsibilities?
A product development manager is a professional who is responsible for managing the process of designing, developing, and launching new products or services. They work closely with cross-functional teams to identify market needs, develop new product concepts, and launch them successfully in the market.
The duties and responsibilities of a product development manager may include:
Conducting market research to identify customer needs, market trends, and competition
Developing product concepts and prototypes that meet customer needs and align with business goals
Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as engineering, marketing, and sales to develop product specifications and features
Managing the product development process from concept to launch, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget
Conducting product testing and validation to ensure that products meet quality standards and are safe for consumers
Developing product launch plans, including pricing strategies, marketing plans, and sales forecasts
Providing guidance and leadership to the product development team, ensuring that team members are motivated and engaged.
What are the skills of a product development manager?
To be a successful product development manager, one needs to have a combination of technical and personal skills, including:
Strong leadership and project management skills to manage the product development process and cross-functional teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with other teams, stakeholders, and customers
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify market needs and develop innovative product concepts
Knowledge of product development methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall
Familiarity with product design tools and software
Good organizational and time management skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in product development and technology.
Overall, a product development manager plays a critical role in managing the product development process and launching new products successfully in the market. They must possess a combination of technical and personal skills to effectively manage cross-functional teams, identify market needs, develop innovative product concepts, and launch products that meet customer needs and align with business goals.
