Product Development Director jobs in Washington
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)
Recently Added Product Development Director jobs
Director, Product Engineering and Development, Outdoor Gear and Cycle
- REI
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Seattle, WA
FULL_TIME
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Overview
At REI, we believe time outside is fundamental to a life well lived. Our mission is to connect every person to the power of the outdoors and engage them in the fight to protect it. At Co-op Brands, the product we make is a physical manifestation of REI’s beliefs and values. We are experts in outdoor and have a long history of success creating expert, intuitive, and innovative products that are designed with and trusted by our members and community and reduce impact on the planet.
REI’s Co-op Brands is seeking a Director of Engineering and Development for Outdoor Gear and Cycle to join our incredible team. This role brings a high level of technical knowledge leading a team of engineers and developers who collaborate with partners across internal and external teams to engineer and refine product construction for product performance, manufacturability and repairability, analyze materials, and drive product innovation. We look to this leader to leverage their professional network and beyond to fuel innovation and new opportunities through new product technology platforms and differentiated solutions for outdoor gear and cycle. This role is a key member of the Co-op Brands leadership team, reports to the DVP of Product Operations and will participate in defining and driving the direction of the business.
Responsibilities And Qualifications
Leadership and Team Management:- Create a motivating team environment (challenge, mentor, coach and train) that fosters a culture of innovation, performance excellence and personal growth to attract and retain top talent. Set clear performance objectives, provide regular feedback, drive accountability, and conduct performance evaluations to support professional growth within the team. Build plan for cross training to proactively manage organizational exposure and enable workload flexibility within team.
- Develop and implement strategic plans for the department in alignment with the company's overall vision and objectives. Set clear annual goals and objectives for the team. Work closely with leadership to ensure department goals, projects and customer support is well aligned with the company’s sales. Active engagement with Product Strategy and Design on 3-year roadmap considering new product opportunities and balancing product lifecycle management for workload.
- Prepare and manage operating budget for the department. Optimize expenditure to maximize output and operational effectiveness. Identify strategic areas of investment to advance the sophistication and agility of the operations considering industry trends, new technology that can advance sophistication in operations and reduce time to market.
- Ensure achievement of goals and objectives set by Product Strategy are supported with the capabilities and resource constraints of the engineering and development team. Manage the workflow and workload of the team seasonally, allocating resources that best support the line architecture.
- Ensure compliance to seasonal timeline milestones. Prioritize as needed to ensure accountability to deliver on-time in full for all dependent teams and production readiness. Proactively communicate across teams regarding progress/status of in season product development and bring transparency to any risk areas for speed in addressing across relevant teams. . Provide technical design engineering knowledge and experience to best lead the teams through difficult and challenging situations.
- Champion a focus on processes, tools, systems, and training that optimize impact, strengthen the expertise, and minimize not value add activities. Participate in technical decision making and takes a hands-on approach to understanding technical and design issues when necessary. Track/monitor department metrics and goals. Provide proactive transparency on risk areas, along with updates as addressed.
- Stay up to date with industry advancements, market trends and technologies across outdoor and other relevant industries. Leverage your own professional network and beyond to explore, introduce and test possible new product technology platforms and differentiated solutions for application in outdoor gear and/or cycle. Explore partnership opportunities leveraging advanced body mechanics to drive innovation and differentiated performance opportunities. Partner closely with Materials team to research opportunities to integrate alternative materials which reduce carbon emissions. Lead the development of innovations that are appropriate for the brand and support the division strategies as defined by product strategy.
- BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- 10 years’ experience in product engineering & development; 8 years leading a team.
- Extensive AutoCAD experience (ie Solidworks) with best practices for part design, advanced assemblies, and integrating FEA feedback. Experience in 3D and PLM a plus.
- Proven technical leader with success in experience leading an engineering team developing innovative, high-performance products from design to commercialization.
- Demonstrated self-starter that possesses organizational skills to motivate and develop a diverse set of technical individuals to act as a well-aligned team to achieve best in class capabilities, processes, and performance.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration and building trust with and across internal teams and external partners.
- Proven capability to work collaboratively with multiple groups in matrix organization to promote, drive and successfully execute the team’s objectives.
- Innovative mindset, constantly seeking new ideas and pushing boundaries to drive product excellence.
- Ability to anticipate and define problems, synthesize complex data and successfully develop and execute strategies.
- Experience developing external and or supplier based R&D operating models to inspire and facilitate innovation and technical considerations (ie biomechanical) in product development.
At REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization. We know that there's strength in our diversity - that each employee brings unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and knowing you're backed by benefits that support your whole life. To work towards this commitment and fulfill our brand promise of inspiring and enabling a life outside for everyone, we seek employees who demonstrate different ways of working, create a sense of belonging, and actively listen and learn.
Pay Transparency
We are committed to practices that promote pay equity and transparency. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, REI provides a range of compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic location or other relevant factors.
REI offers all regular employees a generous employee discount, access to health benefits, a retirement savings plan and accrued time off. Click here for a detailed overview of benefits plans by employee profile.
Pay Range
$137,500.00 - $233,900.00 per year - Create a motivating team environment (challenge, mentor, coach and train) that fosters a culture of innovation, performance excellence and personal growth to attract and retain top talent. Set clear performance objectives, provide regular feedback, drive accountability, and conduct performance evaluations to support professional growth within the team. Build plan for cross training to proactively manage organizational exposure and enable workload flexibility within team.
- 11 Days Ago
Associate Director/Director, Product Development – Pulmonary Focus (Remote)
- NWRPros
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Seattle, WA
FULL_TIME
- Our Client is seeking a highly motivated individual at the Associate Director/Director level to join its Product Development team. This individual will play a key role in advancing the Company’s lead ...
- 2 Months Ago
Principal product manager
- Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.
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Seattle, WA
FULL_TIME
- Come lead the product direction for individual software development that improves the satisfaction and productivity of all Amazon software teams! As Principal Product Manager - Tech, you will work wit...
- 16 Days Ago
Director of Housing & Care Management
- Metropolitan Development Council
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Tacoma, WA
FULL_TIME
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- 6 Days Ago
Family Medicine Medical Director
- Provider Solutions & Development
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Colville, WA
PART_TIME
- Providence Mount Carmel Hospital is seeking a Family Medicine Medical Director to join their team in Colville, Washington. Enjoy working with a dedicated team and experience the beauty of the pacific ...
- 6 Days Ago
Medical Director Adult Hospitalist
- Provider Solutions & Development
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Richland, WA
FULL_TIME
- Join Kadlec Regional Medical Group as a full-time Adult Hospitalist Medical Director and enjoy being part of a non profit and its exceptional and mission-driven primary care team in Richland, Washingt...
- 1 Day Ago
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- IEHP
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- Carnival Corporation
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The Director of Product Development
- Creative Financial Staffing
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Denver, CO
- The Director of Product Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity for professional growth and develo...
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Director of Product Development
- Revology Cars LLC
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Orlando, FL
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Director - Digital Product Development
- Idaho State Job Bank
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Boise, ID
- Director - Digital Product Development at American Express in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Description Yo...
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Director of Product Development
- MyDNAge (Epimorphy LLC)
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Tustin, CA
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- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Washington
Washington (/ˈwɒʃɪŋtən/), officially the State of Washington, is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Washington is the northwestern-most state of the contiguous United States. It borders Idaho to the east, bounded mostly by the meridian running north from the confluence of the Snake River and Clearwater River (about 116°57' west), except for the southernmost section where the border follows the Snake River. Oregon is to the south, with the Columbia River forming the western part and the 46th parallel forming the eastern part of the Oregon-Washington border. To the wes...
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Income Estimation for Product Development Director jobs
$213,330 to $303,213
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What does a Product Development Director do?
Product Development Director in Madison, WI
Product development, also called new product management, is a series of steps that includes the conceptualization, design, development and marketing of newly created or newly rebranded goods or services.
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Great products start with great insights, and great insights are powered by a broad perspective.
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