Product Development Manager

Job Description

Product Development and Innovation:

• Lead the research, development, and innovation of new adhesive products.
• Improve existing products by evaluating their performance and identifying areas for improvement.

Market Research and Customer Interaction:

• Conduct market research to identify trends, customer needs, and opportunities for new adhesive products.
• Work closely with sales, marketing, and customer service teams to understand customer requirements.
• Attend customer meetings to gather feedback on products and suggest modifications as necessary.

Project Management:

• Plan, execute, and manage multiple product development projects simultaneously.
• Develop timelines and coordinate the work of cross-functional teams, including R&D, production, and quality assurance.
• Ensure that product development projects stay on schedule, within budget, and align with strategic goals.

Quality Control and Compliance:

• Ensure that the developed adhesives meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality control specifications.
• Work with quality control teams to ensure the products are tested and validated before launching.

Collaboration with Manufacturing:

• Work closely with the manufacturing team to ensure that new adhesive products are scalable and cost-effective for production.
• Resolve any challenges related to manufacturing constraints or limitations.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Document product specifications, test results, and development processes.
• Develop reports and presentations to communicate development milestones and results.

Cost Management and Pricing Strategy:

• Work with the finance team to determine product pricing strategies based on production costs, market demand, and competitive pricing.
• Monitor product development budgets to ensure efficient use of resources.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of adhesive chemistry, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven experience in product development, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with manufacturing, marketing, and sales.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on innovation and efficiency.
• Good communication skills for presenting ideas and collaborating with various departments and customers.