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)
Do you love nutrition and pets?
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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.
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