Product Development Manager

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Market Research:

Conduct thorough market research to identify emerging trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscapes within the industry.

Product Forecasting:

Utilize data-driven insights to forecast product demand, ensuring timely and informed decisions in the product development process.

Trend Analysis:

Stay abreast of industry trends, analysing their potential impact on product development and consumer behaviour.

Design Contribution:

Collaborate with design teams, providing insights and ideas to create aesthetically pleasing and functional products.

Prototyping and Testing:

Participate in the development of prototypes, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and conduct testing to ensure product quality and performance.

Cost Analysis:

Analyse production costs and collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure products are developed within budgetary constraints.

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure that all products adhere to regulatory standards and industry requirements.

Documentation:

Maintain comprehensive documentation of the product development process, including research findings, design specifications, and testing results.

Key Skills:

Market Insight:

Demonstrated ability to gather market insights and translate them into actionable product development strategies.

Trend Spotting:

Keen eye for spotting industry trends and incorporating them into product development.

Design Collaboration:

Ability to collaborate effectively with design teams, providing valuable insights for product aesthetics and functionality.

Prototyping and Testing:

Hands-on experience in prototyping and testing processes, ensuring product quality and user satisfaction.

Cost Management:

Understanding of cost analysis in product development, ensuring projects align with budgetary constraints.

Regulatory Understanding:

Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance requirements in the product development domain.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Strong portfolio showcasing product development projects.

Benefits:

Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Collaborative and innovative work environment.

The Product Development Manager will contribute to the success of our products through research-driven insights, trend analysis, and effective collaboration with design and manufacturing teams. If you're passionate about bringing innovative products to market, we invite you to join our team and grow with us.