JOB SUMMARY 

The Product Development Manager will oversee the design, development, and launch of new products, ensuring alignment with market needs and company objectives. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and driving innovation to deliver high-quality products that meet customer expectations and business goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from ideation to commercialization
• Collaborate with design, engineering, marketing, and sales teams to define product requirements and specifications
• Create and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure on-time and within-budget product launches
• Monitor product performance post-launch and gather feedback for continuous improvement
• Develop and maintain product roadmaps in alignment with company strategy
• Ensure all products comply with relevant regulations, standards, and quality requirements
• Facilitate regular communication with stakeholders, -providing updates on project progress, risks, and solutions

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company guidelines, policies and procedures, and applicable laws. Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Manage and mentor a team of product designers, engineers, and other related roles
• Provide guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities for team members
• Ensure team alignment with project objectives and company goals

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product development or management roles
• Proven track record of successfully managing product lifecycles and launching new products
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in [specific industry, e.g., consumer electronics, healthcare, etc.]
• Familiarity with CAD software or other design tools

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working on a computer or attending meetings.
• Occasional travel may be required to visit manufacturing facilities, suppliers, or customers.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds for tasks such as moving prototypes or product samples.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• General working conditions
• Office environment
• May have to meet tight deadlines

OUR BENEFITS

• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Time Of
• 401(k) Plan with company matching

Artisan Design Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees. It is the policy of Artisan Design Group to apply recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and professional development practices without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or certain classifications based on genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. 

We are committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs. If you need any assistance at any point in the application or hiring process due to a disability and you need accommodation, please email Accommodations@adgus.net. Please do not use this email address for any other questions. Only inquiries regarding accommodations will be addressed.