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TITLE: PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Location: Austell, GA

Pay: $95k - $110k, plus generous benefits

Position Type: Full-time, permanent immediate position; hybrid (1 day remote, 4 days onsite)

Our team at The Recruiting Pros is recruiting a talented Product Development Manager with experience in developing technical consumer goods products include those requiring mechanical/digital/Bluetooth/Wi -Fi/IoT (Internet of Things) functionality on behalf of a well-established wholesaler/retailer located in Austell, GA. The company continues to be innovative and creative, and they are committed to the ongoing investment in their people, processes and products.

In this role you will collaborate with Sales, Sourcing and retailers to create and manage the 1 – 3 year product strategy for your assigned category including the creation, expansion and life cycle management of branded and non-branded products to match each retailers’ objectives and to achieve company goals related to product and category growth, increased market share, revenue, profitability, and ROI.

To be successful in this role you will need NPD experience and knowledge of packaging, instructional materials, creating testing criteria and evaluating results, IoT specifications, and quality control standards plus an understanding of various channels of distribution including mass, specialty, DIY, office products and home décor for brick-and-mortar stores as well as e-Commerce.

This role is a mix of product management and development, and you will spend your week managing the product lifecycle with a thorough understanding of external vendor specifications, SKU analysis, consumption, data/POS analysis and research, forecasting and pricing/margins.

You will leverage your resourcefulness, creative nature and product development experience related to mechanical and technical consumer goods to maintain an understanding of how to conduct market research and manage your findings related to product trends/customers’ needs/retailers’ product strategies and have the ability to clearly communicate ideas and concepts to internal and external stakeholders, retailers, factory partners and leadership.

This is a full-time, permanent placement position with a hybrid work schedule (one day remote, four days onsite) and will require travel to customer sites and overseas vendors (approximately 10% to 15% travel).

Routine responsibilities will require you to:

• Use market trends and analysis to identify new product opportunities including innovation, enhancement and new product development.
  
• Understand retailer and consumer needs, market trends and channels of distribution to determine successful product development strategies.
  
• Conduct market research and use industry resources to uncover trends and new product opportunities and/or innovation to meet and anticipate consumer needs and interests.
  
• Gain knowledge of market trends to make sound business decisions and to manage pipeline of new product opportunities ensuring the Voice of Customer (VOC) is always in focus.
  
• Work with a team of design engineers, both internally and externally, to develop products with detailed specifications and F&B to meet product performance objectives.
  
• Establish new product development criteria, marketing plans, feasibility, and timelines for each product project from creation through product launch including placement tracking.
  
• Collaborate with QA, Sourcing, Customer Experience, and Vendors to examine ongoing product improvements. Communicate and manage ECN (engineering changes) process.
  
• Partner with QA/QC department to establish clear and concise testing process to be included for all new product development projects.
  
• Create testing standards for each product that includes hands-on usage, as well as utilizing internal staff, and focus groups.
  
• Lead the product management process including coordination, communication and scheduling between internal departments (Sales, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain) and external resources (retailers and international manufacturers).
  
• Lead New Product Development Process (NPD) to ensure RACI activities are assigned and communicated to all teams involved with project.
  
• Collaborate with Sales Management team on new channels of distribution to expand existing and new product placement.
  
• Working jointly with sales, marketing and sourcing create recommended pricing strategies for launch and promotions using competitive data, margin requirements, and retailer pricing models.
  
• Manage product category life cycles and product portfolios.
  
• Be the product champion to assist sales management during account presentations to demonstrate products, using sales tools created by the marketing team.
  
• Engage Sourcing, QA, Marketing and key external vendor development teams both domestic and international in quarterly brainstorming meetings on new products and current product improvements.
  
• Communicate with licensors at quarterly presentations of new products and potential placements.
  
• Explore new product license opportunities that match company strategic direction and present ideas to upper management.
  
• Collaborate with Marketing team to support product launch goals including the development of sales tools, retailer presentations, and product placement activities.
  
• Lead and participate in monthly meetings with Customer Experience department, QA and Marketing to review online reviews and incoming consumer calls to address solutions for issues and product improvements.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or related field required.
  
• 5+ years product development, design, and/or licensing experience required.
  
• 3+ years conducting market research, uncovering and understanding consumer needs required.
  
• Understanding of technical product design and development including IoT required; experience with mechanical, digital, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi functions strongly preferred.
  
• Experience in product development with brand and private label consumer goods strongly preferred.
  
• Understanding of finance principles related to costs connected with product development/extension, and re-sampling of the product.
  
• Knowledge of product competition and its impact on business.
  
• Understanding of product display presentations for retailers and distributors.
  
• Intermediate to Advanced MS Office experience including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
  
• Expert communication
  
  

If you have the required skills and experience as outlined above, please click APPLY NOW. Once we’ve reviewed your information, you’ll receive a call or email regarding the status of your application. If you realize you are not a fit for this position and know someone who is, we would certainly appreciate your referral.

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Newmark Zimmer is a full-service commercial real estate company located in Kansas City providing a range of services including owner’s representation for public and private development projects. Other services include facilities & property management, sales & leasing, global services, investment sales and capital markets. 

Reports To: President & CEO

Basic Function: Responsible for leadership and the profit and loss success of the Development Management division. Support the management of real estate development projects for third party clients acting as a Project Manager or Owner’s Representative, which may include serving as client point of contact, leading a team of consultants, guidance and oversight of design, construction administration, FF&E coordination, and the management of project activities, budgets and schedules from project start through occupancy/turn-over. Lead Business Development efforts for division.

Experience/Education: Must have 10-15 years of related experience and undergraduate education in an allied field such as architecture, engineering and/or real estate. Other leadership and management credentials or experience in property management, economic development or governmental/public sector roles would be considered advantageous.

Specific Skills Required: Strong project management abilities with knowledge of design, construction, and related processes. Demonstrated leadership with the ability to prioritize, organize, and solve problems efficiently. Excellent communication skills, including public speaking and written correspondence. Financial analysis skills, including project accounting, invoicing, budgeting, and scheduling. Familiarity with contract management, asset and property management, including insurance, vendor selection, and procedures. Business development experience with civic involvement and knowledge of the Kansas City area market. Proficiency in industry technology and tools, with the ability to handle both strategic and detail-oriented tasks. Self-motivated with strong time management skills and the ability to work independently.

Job Requirements: Valid driver’s license with statutory insurance coverage and a driving record that indicates consistent responsible operation of a motor vehicle. Position requires the use of employee’s vehicle for travel to and from various locations. Employee will be reimbursed for the cost of said travel in an amount to be determined by the Federal government and consistent with standard practices. Requirements may include obtaining a government security clearance.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop and manage the budgets, contracts, strategic planning, revenues, marketing and client relationships of the Development Management division.
• Manage Development Management team, including hiring, training, and evaluation.
• Act on behalf of clients to manage projects during pre-development, design, construction, and delivery stages.
• Determine and satisfy client expectations for levels of communication and documentation.
• Work with Project Accountant to properly track costs within project accounting system and assist in the preparation of pay applications and invoices and develop and monitor project schedules.
• Effectively manage projects profitably, within the requirements of the contract. 
• Manage business development activities and pursuits and marketing of services, working collaboratively with marketing and business development staff. 
• Actively participate in community and industry organizations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, clients and community organizations.
• Monitor the competitive landscape and attend industry events to stay abreast of new initiatives and ways to stay ahead.
• Cooperate, coordinate with and support other divisions in the pursuit of clients, projects and services.

ZRES Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. Our employees are offered competitive compensation, health and welfare benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Director of Product Development and Management leads the team responsible for designing, developing and managing a product(s) throughout the product development lifecycle. Utilizing market research and analyses, and knowledge gained from voice of the customer initiatives, the Senior Director will partner with technical and business leaders to define product and set strategy, develop strategic and tactical roadmaps, and lead a cross-functional team to define the business needs, financial designs, and within the technical constraints where it applies.

The leader develops and leads a large technology effort (exceeding $10M of capital investment annually) that is enterprise-wide with a phased approach. The Senior Director would design and lead from the Discovery phase through implementation, ensuring the design is aligned to meet operational needs, customer priorities, organizational goals, and product strategy. This work is led by partnering with Technology, Operations, customers and external vendor partners through a cross-organizational team and governance and a product development model (including SAFe agile practices).

The leader will lead a product team to continually assesses market dynamics, audience segmentation and competitive intelligence to create a culture that can respond quickly with new and improved solutions that align with our mission to save lives through cellular therapy.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Leads the team responsible for product strategy, development and management, as well as leadership for cross-functional teams responsible for the evaluation, incubation and implementation of product initiatives.
• Partners with the leaders of Customer Experience & Engagement, Marketing Research, Finance, and Operations to seek and understand the voice of the customer and promote a customer-centric culture, along with developing customer-driven solutions.
• Works closely with Customer Experience & Engagement, Operations, and IT, as well as peers in the Patient and Donor verticals to inform the short and long-term strategic product plans.
• Collaborates with Customer Experience & Engagement, and other departments, to develop go-to-market strategies to win in targeted customer segments and create end-to-end operational plans to profitably grow and scale the business products for existing and emerging markets.
• Provides leadership on large technology initiatives, as part of product development, including leading cross-functional team.

Core Functional Competencies:

• Product Strategy and Vision: Define and communicate a clear product future state and strategy, aligning it with the overall business goals, customers, and partners. Demonstrated end-to-end thinking of products, platforms, customer experience, and process.
• Roadmap Planning: Develop and manage the product roadmap, prioritizing features and initiatives based on market analysis, user feedback, and business objectives.
• Product and Technology Initiative Leadership: Ability to lead a large, complex enterprise-wide technology platform that enables product, operations, customer interactions, provider service, and quality.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Initial team of a Senior Product Manager and two Product Owners, expanding to 2-3 employees of Business Analyst and Product Manager.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, design, operations, marketing, sales, and other teams to ensure seamless product development and launch.
• Market Research and Analysis: Conduct market research, analyze user feedback, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Product Development Lifecycle: Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation and prototyping to launch and iteration.
• Go-to-Market Strategy: Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop and execute go-to-market strategies.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze product performance, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
• Finance and P&L: Financial acumen at enterprise and product levels. Ability to guide financial analysis and forecast/project decisions to go-forward financials.
• Risk Management: Understanding of Enterprise Risk Management and required Legal/ Compliance SOPs.
• Change Management: Advanced skills to partner, influence, educate and inspire both internally and externally.

Critical Skills:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and articulate a compelling product vision and strategy.
• Leadership and Management: Proven ability to lead and motivate a team of product managers, overall cross-functional team, and customers.
• Technology Aptitude: Understanding of technical architecture, data models and connections to business process, product and people.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with various stakeholders.
• Product Development Expertise: Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle and best practices, including Discovery.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve complex product-related issues.
• Collaboration and Influence: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and influence decision-making.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and product requirements.
• Customer Focus: Deep understanding of user needs and the ability to translate them into product requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Proven leader who understands healthcare/biopharma products and services and is experienced at influencing internal teams (Finance, IT, sales, marketing, operations) and developing product strategies, roadmaps and product management.
• Demonstrated leadership of large technology initiatives, as part of product development.
• Product management methodologies for both digital and service products, business case development, pricing strategies.
• LEAN Six Sigma and other efficiency tools to drive measurable outcomes

• Work with broad cross-functional teams with ability to sell ideas and plans to internal constituencies, executives, customers, and partners.
• Build transformational product strategies and plans.
• Effectively lead and grow a product management and cross-functional product development teams, including large technology initiatives.
• Leverage an entrepreneurial mindset and instill this in others.
• Lead in an innovative and changing environment with the objective of testing, learning and iterating to continually improve products and services.
• Create and communicate a vision that leads to growth and results.
• Effectively work with all levels of the organization.
• Keep an external-focus and become the go-to for market insights and opportunities.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills - can rapidly connect with people - plus the ability to establish credibility among various external and internal constituencies.
• Demonstrated record of success in identifying new issues, trends and opportunities driven by data and customer insights.

1. Required:

• BA or BS in business, management, healthcare or related discipline desired.
• Minimum 10 years of directly related work experience, ideally 7 years of leading product development through large technology initiatives/ agile product model, and 5 or more of these years will be at a pharma or biotech comp any as a member of their marketing or product management leadership team.
• 8-10 years of Operations Leadership
• Demonstrated experience working effectively and leading cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.
• 2+ years' experience leading innovation/ new product initiatives from idea through launch.

• Pharma, biotech industry with major points for knowledge of cellular therapy market.
• Salesforce, Supply Chain, Personalization experience.
• P&L ownership.
• Platform development experience.
• MBA

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Director of Product Development and Management leads the team responsible for designing, developing and managing a product(s) throughout the product development lifecycle. Utilizing market research and analyses, and knowledge gained from voice of the customer initiatives, the Senior Director will partner with technical and business leaders to define product and set strategy, develop strategic and tactical roadmaps, and lead a cross-functional team to define the business needs, financial designs, and within the technical constraints where it applies.

The leader develops and leads a large technology effort (exceeding $10M of capital investment annually) that is enterprise-wide with a phased approach. The Senior Director would design and lead from the Discovery phase through implementation, ensuring the design is aligned to meet operational needs, customer priorities, organizational goals, and product strategy. This work is led by partnering with Technology, Operations, customers and external vendor partners through a cross-organizational team and governance and a product development model (including SAFe agile practices).

The leader will lead a product team to continually assesses market dynamics, audience segmentation and competitive intelligence to create a culture that can respond quickly with new and improved solutions that align with our mission to save lives through cellular therapy.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Leads the team responsible for product strategy, development and management, as well as leadership for cross-functional teams responsible for the evaluation, incubation and implementation of product initiatives.
• Partners with the leaders of Customer Experience & Engagement, Marketing Research, Finance, and Operations to seek and understand the voice of the customer and promote a customer-centric culture, along with developing customer-driven solutions.
• Works closely with Customer Experience & Engagement, Operations, and IT, as well as peers in the Patient and Donor verticals to inform the short and long-term strategic product plans.
• Collaborates with Customer Experience & Engagement, and other departments, to develop go-to-market strategies to win in targeted customer segments and create end-to-end operational plans to profitably grow and scale the business products for existing and emerging markets.
• Provides leadership on large technology initiatives, as part of product development, including leading cross-functional team.

Core Functional Competencies:

• Product Strategy and Vision: Define and communicate a clear product future state and strategy, aligning it with the overall business goals, customers, and partners. Demonstrated end-to-end thinking of products, platforms, customer experience, and process.
• Roadmap Planning: Develop and manage the product roadmap, prioritizing features and initiatives based on market analysis, user feedback, and business objectives.
• Product and Technology Initiative Leadership: Ability to lead a large, complex enterprise-wide technology platform that enables product, operations, customer interactions, provider service, and quality.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Initial team of a Senior Product Manager and two Product Owners, expanding to 2-3 employees of Business Analyst and Product Manager.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, design, operations, marketing, sales, and other teams to ensure seamless product development and launch.
• Market Research and Analysis: Conduct market research, analyze user feedback, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Product Development Lifecycle: Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation and prototyping to launch and iteration.
• Go-to-Market Strategy: Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop and execute go-to-market strategies.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze product performance, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
• Finance and P&L: Financial acumen at enterprise and product levels. Ability to guide financial analysis and forecast/project decisions to go-forward financials.
• Risk Management: Understanding of Enterprise Risk Management and required Legal/ Compliance SOPs.
• Change Management: Advanced skills to partner, influence, educate and inspire both internally and externally.

Critical Skills:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and articulate a compelling product vision and strategy.
• Leadership and Management: Proven ability to lead and motivate a team of product managers, overall cross-functional team, and customers.
• Technology Aptitude: Understanding of technical architecture, data models and connections to business process, product and people.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with various stakeholders.
• Product Development Expertise: Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle and best practices, including Discovery.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve complex product-related issues.
• Collaboration and Influence: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and influence decision-making.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and product requirements.
• Customer Focus: Deep understanding of user needs and the ability to translate them into product requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Proven leader who understands healthcare/biopharma products and services and is experienced at influencing internal teams (Finance, IT, sales, marketing, operations) and developing product strategies, roadmaps and product management.
• Demonstrated leadership of large technology initiatives, as part of product development.
• Product management methodologies for both digital and service products, business case development, pricing strategies.
• LEAN Six Sigma and other efficiency tools to drive measurable outcomes

• Work with broad cross-functional teams with ability to sell ideas and plans to internal constituencies, executives, customers, and partners.
• Build transformational product strategies and plans.
• Effectively lead and grow a product management and cross-functional product development teams, including large technology initiatives.
• Leverage an entrepreneurial mindset and instill this in others.
• Lead in an innovative and changing environment with the objective of testing, learning and iterating to continually improve products and services.
• Create and communicate a vision that leads to growth and results.
• Effectively work with all levels of the organization.
• Kee p an external-focus and become the go-to for market insights and opportunities.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills - can rapidly connect with people - plus the ability to establish credibility among various external and internal constituencies.
• Demonstrated record of success in identifying new issues, trends and opportunities driven by data and customer insights.

• BA or BS in business, management, healthcare or related discipline desired.
• Minimum 10 years of directly related work experience, ideally 7 years of leading product development through large technology initiatives/ agile product model, and 5 or more of these years will be at a pharma or biotech company as a member of their marketing or product management leadership team.
• 8-10 years of Operations Leadership
• Demonstrated experience working effectively and leading cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.
• 2+ years' experience leading innovation/ new product initiatives from idea through launch.

• Pharma, biotech industry with major points for knowledge of cellular therapy market.
• Salesforce, Supply Chain, Personalization experience.
• P&L ownership.
• Platform development experience.
• MBA

Newmark Zimmer is a full-service commercial real estate company located in Kansas City providing a range of services including owners representation for public and private development projects. Other services include facilities & property management, sales & leasing, global services, investment sales and capital markets.

Reports To: President & CEO

Basic Function: Responsible for leadership and the profit and loss success of the Development Management division.Support the management of real estate development projects for third party clients acting as a Project Manager or Owners Representative, which may include serving as client point of contact, leading a team of consultants, guidance and oversight of design, construction administration, FF&E coordination, and the management of project activities, budgets and schedules from project start through occupancy/turn-over. Lead Business Development efforts for division.

Experience/Education: Must have 10-15 years of related experience and undergraduate education in an allied field such as architecture, engineering and/or real estate.Other leadership and management credentials or experience in property management, economic development or governmental/public sector roles would be considered advantageous.

Specific Skills Required: Strong project management abilities with knowledge of design, construction, and related processes. Demonstrated leadership with the ability to prioritize, organize, and solve problems efficiently. Excellent communication skills, including public speaking and written correspondence. Financial analysis skills, including project accounting, invoicing, budgeting, and scheduling. Familiarity with contract management, asset and property management, including insurance, vendor selection, and procedures. Business development experience with civic involvement and knowledge of the Kansas City area market. Proficiency in industry technology and tools, with the ability to handle both strategic and detail-oriented tasks. Self-motivated with strong time management skills and the ability to work independently.

Job Requirements: Valid drivers license with statutory insurance coverage and a driving record that indicates consistent responsible operation of a motor vehicle. Position requires the use of employees vehicle for travel to and from various locations. Employee will be reimbursed for the cost of said travel in an amount to be determined by the Federal government and consistent with standard practices. Requirements may include obtaining a government security clearance.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop and manage the budgets, contracts, strategic planning, revenues, marketing and client relationships of the Development Management division.
• Manage Development Management team, including hiring, training, and evaluation.
• Act on behalf of clients to manage projects during pre-development, design, construction, and delivery stages.
• Determine and satisfy client expectations for levels of communication and documentation.
• Work with Project Accountant to properly track costs within project accounting system and assist in the preparation of pay applications and invoices and develop and monitor project schedules.
• Effectively manage projects profitably, within the requirements of the contract.
• Manage business development activities and pursuits and marketing of services, working collaboratively with marketing and business development staff.
• Actively participate in community and industry organizations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, clients and community organizations.
• Monitor the competitive landscape and attend industry events to stay abreast of new initiatives and ways to stay ahead.
• Cooperate, coordinate with and support other divisions in the pursuit of clients, projects and services.

ZRES Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. Our employees are offered competitive compensation, health and welfare benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.