Manager of Product Development, SharkNinja
Shark
Office located in Needham, MA
Home devices and appliances
Job no longer available
Home devices and appliances
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
Office located in Needham, MA
1001+ employees
Company mission
SharkNinja's mission is to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world.
Role
Who you are
- 7+ years of experience in product development, product marketing, marketing, human factors engineering, or a related field, preferably at a consumer goods company
- Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Marketing, Management, Engineering or a combination of the above
- Prior experience hiring, managing, leading, and goal setting with team members
- A “100% on” consumer-first perspective when it comes to introducing new products/processes or improving current products
- Ability to effectively “manage up” by communicating your top priorities and constantly seeking feedback on your and your team’s work
- A mindset geared toward building relationships across multi-functional teams, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills
- Highly-effective communication skills – both written (presentation/email) and in-person (ability to host succinct, effective conversations that solve problems and ability to make effective presentations to all levels of management, including SharkNinja’s executive leadership team)
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- A desire to learn and grow in a passionate environment. The ability to embrace transparency and shifting priorities while learning from each decision and focusing on the path forward
What the job involves
- The Product Development organization within SharkNinja drives our global product roadmap from concept to shelf through the constant lens of the consumer. We are the “product CEOs” and partner cross-functionally with almost every other team within the company to drive high satisfaction for our end user and to drive business results
- We are comprised of individuals from a variety of professional and educational backgrounds, from product marketing managers to consumer-focused engineers – but we all have one thing in common: we’re consistently striving to deliver a 5-star experience for every customer on every product we bring to market
- Support the Shark business onsite in our Needham, MA headquarters with the development of successful and profitable programs for key products to ensure continued growth of the product portfolio – you will lead new product development (creation and management) of assigned product(s) from brainstorm phase through mass production, as well as partner with leadership to define the over-arching category direction to a team of product developers. You are responsible AND accountable for progressing, reporting on, and actioning your and your team’s deliverables
- Lead, manage, and grow team members within the organization – providing guidance on their assigned projects, ensuring product success, supporting professional advancement within their role and within SharkNinja, and holding them accountable to their specific job responsibilities. You will be viewed as a manager who has proficiency navigating people, conflict, and resource management
- Define and develop product specifications, marrying consumer wants/needs, white space in the market, and new/flagship product technologies as the primary consumer advocate
- Develop user-relevant design targets for product performance and user experience – and act as the beacon of these targets to the cross-functional team of engineers, industrial designers, and commercial marketers
- Partner with SharkNinja’s Insights & Intelligence team to develop consumer testing objectives, and implement this consumer-driven feedback into product specifications and design iterations throughout the project development cycle
- Partner with SharkNinja’s testing and quality organizations to define, develop and manage quality and performance testing procedures
- Manage product cost structure, reporting, and cost rationalization exercises – and collaborate with supply chain, merchandising, and supply planning teams on product sourcing strategy recommendations
- Provide direction and oversight into the creation and execution of go-to-market collateral to support product launch, including instructional material and consumer-facing product specification information
- Provide direction and oversight into the development of product troubleshooting and “FAQs” to support a 5-star consumer experience post-purchase
- Act as the product and/or category “expert” for cross-functional team member questions and concerns
- Be called upon to take leadership of larger cross-functional “breakthroughs” that increase executive visibility and accelerate career growth
Our take
Consumer demand for new and better home appliances continues to grow. SharkNinja serves this demand by designing and manufacturing innovative home goods and devices. Specifically, it has a growing line of solutions that consist of Shark cleaning and home care products and Ninja kitchen appliances.
SharkNinja has been in operation since 1994, which is testament to the quality and popularity of its products. Since its initial launch in Canada, the company has expanded into the US and the UK. In 2017 SharkNinja was bought by CDH Private Equity for over $1.5 Billion, further proof of its impressive market value. Perhaps more evidence is that it brings in annual revenues of around $4B.
SharkNinja’s main challenge is facing down big-name competitors such as home appliance giant Dyson. In fact, through innovative design, it seized the market-leading spot in traditional vacuums from Dyson and is only second to iRobot in sales of robotic models. A 2023 IPO saw an extra $296 million in funding added to SharkNinja's pot and was followed by product launches in new sectors such as air conditioning and food cooling, indicating that the company is still full of new product ideas.
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Insights
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back within 2 weeks
10% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Employer paid group benefits including medical, dental, life insurance and more
- Competitive RRSP matching program
- 16 vacation days to start
- Paid sick days
- Paid volunteer and cultural days
- Employee & Family Assistance program
- An opportunity to accelerate your career with world class brands
- Continuous development and mentoring
- Opportunity to join various employee-based affinity groups
- Diverse, inclusive, and community-minded organization
- Wellness program offering free virtual fitness classes and a fitness reimbursement
- Employee product discounts
Company values
- Never be afraid to dream big
- Relentlessly innovate
- Obsess about customer satisfaction
- Build people up
- Seize opportunities - individually and collectively
Company HQ
Needham Heights, Needham, MA
Articles
Leadership
Mark Rosenzweig
(Founder)Founded SharkNinja in 1994. Has won three Red Dot Awards for product Design.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at SharkNinja
- At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. Your role in Diversifying SharkNinja:
- As a corporate citizen, learn and support SharkNinja’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategy
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
- Explore SharkNinja’s DEI Groups or volunteer to serve on committees that organize diversity-related events and activities
- Participate in employee engagement surveys and respond as openly and honestly as possible
- Become culturally competent; take the time to learn about different cultures, races, religions, and backgrounds represented by your colleagues
- Ensure equitable experiences, strengthen inclusion acumen, and promote a culture of inclusivity and belonging that embraces the contributions of all team members
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