Product Manager - Pride

Product Development Manager

Reference # : PRODU003976

Provide exceptional strategy, vision, and prioritization to all applicable product lines, while managing all activities required to bring new products to market, and maintain, revise, and improve existing products.

Responsibilities / Duties :

• Manage multiple projects and ensure completion of tasks and requirements to meet timelines and to fulfill design protocol and Research & Development (R&D) processes
• Strong focus on innovative product development, market / competitive research, customer needs, and industry education
• Responsible for leading technology from concept to design phase and supporting program management through stage-gate phase and into launch
• Present new product ideas and solutions conceptually or via prototypes with cost estimates and market feasibility
• Lead the development of new innovative products and enhancements to existing products
• Oversee the development of cost sensitive, innovative components that will be used in the future development of new products or existing product enhancements
• Ensure projects have the proper assignment of resources to fulfill requirements in Design Protocol and R&D Processes, including Engineering Change Requests (ECR's) and Deviation
• Work closely with cross-functional groups such as Purchasing, Quality Assurance, Business Management, Production, Marketing, Sales, Reimbursement, Education, Sourcing and International in order to continually advance projects
• Provide detailed and regular field updates to Sales and R&D Management
• Ensure that R&D procedures and processes are completed in a timely, efficient and accurate manner and ensure that documentation interfaces effectively with other company systems and processes
• Ensure R&D's compliance to existing domestic and international regulations and governing bodies allowing for the ability to market all new and existing products globally
• Oversee the documentation processes to ensure proper transition from idea generation to implementation closing processes while cataloging required documentation in the product Design History File (DHF)
• Communicate proposed modifications to scope, schedule or budget, and influence resolutions that comply with regulatory requirements as required
• Lead in the collection and analysis of data concerning pricing, margins, and competition to ensure informed decisions are made throughout the process
• Ensure product technical documentation and literature are accurate
• Review new and existing product bill of materials (BOM) structure to facilitate the migration of the product amongst global manufacturers
• Coordinate the initial development of new product BOMs to ensure accurate quoting
• Test products via conventional and unconventional real-world methods to ensure they exceed customer expectations
• Network with current and new suppliers to secure alternative sources for components
• Provide technical expertise to contract manufacturers and international subsidiaries regarding the manufacturing process of Pride products
• Facilitate the setup of new production lines in conjunction with multiple departments within Pride / Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
• Act as a liaison between contract manufacturers and Pride during the development of a new products
• Assist and review the development of contract manufacturing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to ensure exceptional, sustained quality
• Analyze, access and lead in the negotiation of project costs to ensure expected return on investment goals are met or exceeded
• Maintain product comparisons of all competitors in the assigned market segment
• Identify process improvements impacting single or multiple projects and devise new approaches while ensuring compliance to procedures and regulations
• Ensure that Lean concepts are being followed during all projects and programs
• Ensure Sales and Technical Support teams are educated on all products prior to launch
• Utilize digital video technology for efficient and effective distribution of training sessions
• Work closely with Field Sales and Providers to enhance product knowledge and increase market presence
• Stay current on all industry related news, concerns, product development, and pricing, providing regular updates to senior leadership
• Serve as a Mentor and positive influence on the team
• Travel to domestic and international contract manufacturers as needed
• Ensure compliance and advocate for Pride Mobility Products / Quantum Rehab Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action placement and utilization goals and hiring benchmarks through non-discriminatory employment practices across your Area of Responsibility (AOR)
• Ensure all safety and security rules are strictly observed and any accidents, incidents or injuries are promptly reported to management
• Complete the Annual CTPAT Security Training
• Assign, train, and develop staff based on experience and departmental goals
• Develop goals and objectives, and measure outcomes to ensure goals are met
• Focus on continuous improvement, and consistently demonstrate good business judgment
• Work effectively with all Pride departments to exceed internal and external expectations
• Pride retains the discretion to modify duties and / or assign other duties as necessary

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