Manager - Product Development
Core
Lead product innovation from ideation to launch, shaping the product portfolio to ensure market-leading offerings aligned with brand identity and customer needs.
Role type
Manager - Product Development
Builds
New product lines, comprehensive product assortments, and branded packaging strategies for retail customers.
Domain
Retail / Arts & Crafts / Consumer Goods
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Product lifecycle management, market research, consumer insights, project management, cross-functional leadership, talent management, branding strategy, trend ideation
Preferred skills
MBA, Agile methodologies, product management software proficiency, retail or arts & crafts industry experience
Responsibilities
Develop and execute product assortment strategies; lead the product development lifecycle from trend research to final specifications; define branding and packaging strategies; oversee multiple projects across cross-functional teams; recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing product development teams
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership with team development