Biotouch is Hiring a Product Development Manager Job Near Columbus, GA
Why You'll Love This Job Responsible for managing and coaching a team focused on new diagnostic specimen kit launches. Coordinates the design of new kit configurations, sourcing of printed products, artwork development and creative services, procurement of samples, building and distribution of kit samples, development of bill of materials (BOMs) and other related activities associated with finding creative solutions for our global life science customer base. Provides oversight and prioritization of projects of varying sizes for both new and existing customers throughout the entire product development life cycle (ideation, validation, first-article, launch). Accountable for monitoring, improving, developing, and overseeing initiatives to improve speed and quality of work through optimized processes, creative solutioning, as well as collaborating with key stakeholders. Responsibilities
Lead and Coach the Team
Implement Product Development vision, strategy, and standards in alignment with goals set by management
Increase turnaround time and quality of key functions to internal customers (i.e. estimates, BOMs, artwork files, assembly instructions, etc.)
Prioritize incoming projects, tasks, and deliverables and monitor/track activities
Ensure quality checks are incorporated into each phase of Product Development Associate’s work
Lead the Product Development team in all phases
Train new Product Development team members
Develop, monitor and communicate Product Development KPIs to business leaders
Develop Innovative Products:
Develop new specimen collection kits based on the specific requirements of the customer
Finalize Bill of Materials, product labeling and kit components for new kits or kit variations
Coordinate artwork design and revisions between customer, sales team and vendors
Coordinate design, setup artwork, obtain pricing and lead times for all marketing materials to include print and promotional items when requested from sales team or customer
Coordinate new item set up with Purchasing to ensure accurate pricing, quantities and availability for customer
Configure kits, labels, and create assembly instructions for each kit, working in collaboration with operations and distribution on best practices
Set up new items accurately in Netsuite system
Provide consultative suggestions/alternatives to exhibit creative solutions
Identify and develop continuing education opportunities in industry trends
Build and develop relationships with current and potential suppliers
Procure and obtain pricing for items needed for kits and marketing materials
Negotiate pricing and terms needed to assist sales team in closing new business based on the customers target price needed or competitive market prices
Effectively communicate with sales team and customer to identify customer pain points and present final solution
Update and train sales team on products, processes and shipping regulations
These responsibilities are not all inclusive and may be modified or added at any time based on the needs of the company
Other duties as assigned
Skills & Qualifications
Project Management and Prioritization
Quality mindset and accountability skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Highly collaborative mindset, team player
Attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams to achieve goals and objectives
Ability to prioritize assignments and multi-task under pressure of deadlines
Conducts effective meetings
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Professional appearance and demeanor
Achievement oriented- enjoys taking on challenges
Innovative-prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creative solutioning
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum 3 years experience in management, preferably managing a project team
Bachelor’s degree required. (Project management, Engineering, Operations or Related fields preferred)