Product Development Manager manages the staff, resources, and processes required to implement the vision and strategy for new product development and product lifecycle management of existing products. Incorporates research and concept development projects and capabilities with market analysis, industry intelligence, and customer monitoring to support product roadmaps and innovate new products, enhancements, and redesigns. Being a Product Development Manager coordinates with internal stakeholders, including marketing, sales, and manufacturing, to ensure that new and existing products meet development targets and support the organization's financial goals. Develops teams with the knowledge and expertise to fulfill product development objectives. Additionally, Product Development Manager typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Product Development Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Product Development Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Do you love nutrition and pets?
We may have the perfect job for you.
Product development, innovation, and happy pets too.
We are looking for a Manager, Product Innovation and Development to join our team at our Research and Innovation centre. In this position, you will work with the Director, Core Product Development and Innovation to manage on-time launches of new products and develop and validate scientifically proven diets and treats that are Biologically Appropriate and meet cost targets. It goes without saying, this is a high visibility role that directly influences the well-being of pets around the world. We feel more like a team than a traditional research department and our culture is one of respect, integrity, and passion. You don't have to have pets to succeed here, but we’re pretty sure you’ll want one!
The Manager, Product Innovation and Development works from our industry leading manufacturing facility in Auburn, KY and reports to the Director, Core Product Development and Innovation. We welcome all candidates willing to relocate and will provide a competitive relocation package.
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Keeping pets happy and healthy since 1985.
We are Champion Petfoods, a crew of pet enthusiasts looking to better the quality of food for our four-legged friends around the world. With over thirty years of growth in the pet food industry, our ORIJEN and ACANA brands have defined our vision of paving the way for healthier pets and families. If this excites you as much as it does us, then we would love to hear from you!
Come as you are.
We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of views to be heard, and increases overall happiness. That sounds pretty good to us.
Champion is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other creed, you are wanted here.