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Job Description
Job Title: Project Manager - Product Development
Department: Product & Engineering
Reports To: Product Management Lead
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation Base Range: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 Annually
Who We Are
REP designs world-class, innovative gym equipment that is sold around the world, and we are now expanding into apparel, supplements, athletes, and events. REP was established in 2012 by two brothers who shared a deep passion for fitness. From our humble beginnings of selling bumper plates out of a small garage, REP has experienced remarkable growth, now occupying over 300,000 square feet of office and distribution space in the USA and internationally. With a dedicated team of over 180 fitness enthusiasts, our mission is to "Improve Lives by Sharing our Passion for Strength." Our commitment to innovation, customer service, and value sets us apart.
We believe in building a culture centered around fitness, so we specialize in outfitting home gyms, commercial gyms, and strength and conditioning facilities. Our dedication to excellence has been recognized many times - as one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing private companies; as Newsweek's Reader's Choice Best Exercise Equipment Brand; and as the most popular brand in the home gym market (with cost in mind) by Garage Gym Experiment. From Men's Health to Self.com, Garage Gym Reviews, and Men's Journal, REP's products are consistently named the best in their class. We also boast impressive partnerships, such as providing F45's functional racks worldwide. Our team works out together, and we regularly invite fitness superstars to join us. We organize fun challenges to test our limits - and the limits of our equipment.
At REP, we continue to grow and bring new opportunities for those who want to be a part of a winning team. We firmly believe that being surrounded by like-minded individuals fuels creative energy and fosters a fun and collaborative work environment. This role is based in our state-of-the-art headquarters with a bright, spacious, shared workspace; scenic views of the Rocky Mountains; and a kitchen always stocked with healthy snacks, protein powder, and coffee. We offer a hybrid work environment with a minimum of three days in the office, but there's flexibility about which days and hours.
Our Core Values
Think Like a Customer - We empathize with our customers; understand the 'why' behind every decision we make
Progress not Perfection - We don't let perfect get in the way of good; we are better today than we were yesterday
Positive Attitude - Be a glass half-full kind of person and remember to have fun
Teamwork without Ego - We put the team above ourselves; we only win together
Take Initiative - We drive momentum; if there is an opportunity to make us better, we want to hear it
What's In It For You
Our commitment to quality and transparency applies not only to our products, but to our people. We are focused on creating a fun, exciting, collaborative space that's centered around health and well-being. We empower everyone on our team to take control of their careers and balance their work and life in a modern, fast-paced environment.
We Offer An Exceptional Compensation Package Which Includes
DAY ONE BENEFITS!
The Project Manager will drive the creation and maintenance of Product Development schedules, ensuring alignment across internal teams and external manufacturers. This role will oversee both New Product Development and Product Improvements for domestic and international markets, from concept to product launch or change implementation, adhering to the Stage Gate Process.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Product Development, with a focus on manufacturing, quality, and process implementation. They will be skilled in strategizing, balancing multiple priorities, and navigating the fast-paced and ever-evolving demands of product development. Someone who excels at finding creative solutions and tackling challenges with a methodical approach, ensuring smooth progress and successful results.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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.
Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm.
Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Self-Development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
Manages Ambiguity - Operating effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear.
Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Demonstrates Self-Awareness - Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
Ensures accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
Cultivates Innovation - Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
Physical Requirements
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit and use hands to operate the telephone, type and operate the computer and mouse. Physical effort may include stooping, kneeling, touching, feeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, and bend and twist neck. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and rarely lift and/or move up to 100 pounds assisted. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
REP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, REP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at REP.
Job Title: Project Manager - Product Development
Department: Product & Engineering
Reports To: Product Management Lead
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation Base Range: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 Annually
Who We Are
REP designs world-class, innovative gym equipment that is sold around the world, and we are now expanding into apparel, supplements, athletes, and events. REP was established in 2012 by two brothers who shared a deep passion for fitness. From our humble beginnings of selling bumper plates out of a small garage, REP has experienced remarkable growth, now occupying over 300,000 square feet of office and distribution space in the USA and internationally. With a dedicated team of over 180 fitness enthusiasts, our mission is to "Improve Lives by Sharing our Passion for Strength." Our commitment to innovation, customer service, and value sets us apart.
We believe in building a culture centered around fitness, so we specialize in outfitting home gyms, commercial gyms, and strength and conditioning facilities. Our dedication to excellence has been recognized many times - as one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing private companies; as Newsweek's Reader's Choice Best Exercise Equipment Brand; and as the most popular brand in the home gym market (with cost in mind) by Garage Gym Experiment. From Men's Health to Self.com, Garage Gym Reviews, and Men's Journal, REP's products are consistently named the best in their class. We also boast impressive partnerships, such as providing F45's functional racks worldwide. Our team works out together, and we regularly invite fitness superstars to join us. We organize fun challenges to test our limits - and the limits of our equipment.
At REP, we continue to grow and bring new opportunities for those who want to be a part of a winning team. We firmly believe that being surrounded by like-minded individuals fuels creative energy and fosters a fun and collaborative work environment. This role is based in our state-of-the-art headquarters with a bright, spacious, shared workspace; scenic views of the Rocky Mountains; and a kitchen always stocked with healthy snacks, protein powder, and coffee. We offer a hybrid work environment with a minimum of three days in the office, but there's flexibility about which days and hours.
Our Core Values
Think Like a Customer - We empathize with our customers; understand the 'why' behind every decision we make
Progress not Perfection - We don't let perfect get in the way of good; we are better today than we were yesterday
Positive Attitude - Be a glass half-full kind of person and remember to have fun
Teamwork without Ego - We put the team above ourselves; we only win together
Take Initiative - We drive momentum; if there is an opportunity to make us better, we want to hear it
What's In It For You
Our commitment to quality and transparency applies not only to our products, but to our people. We are focused on creating a fun, exciting, collaborative space that's centered around health and well-being. We empower everyone on our team to take control of their careers and balance their work and life in a modern, fast-paced environment.
We Offer An Exceptional Compensation Package Which Includes
DAY ONE BENEFITS!
- Medical, Dental, Vision (Competitive Benefits Packages Available)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- LTD/STD, Life and AD&D (100% premiums covered by REP)
- 401k and Roth options with employer match up to 4%
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 4 weeks of PTO accrued during your first year
- 48 hours of sick leave annually
- 7 paid company holidays with an additional floating holiday
- Paid Parental leave starting day 1
- Birthday - Paid day off
- Unique bonus structure that rewards exceptional individual performance as well as company-wide performance
- Full access to employee gym
- Employee discount on REP equipment and apparel
- Daily snacks and drinks provided by REP (for onsite employees)
- 'Fitness' casual attire
- Company and team building events
- Professional growth and development within the organization
- LIFE-WORK balance
The Project Manager will drive the creation and maintenance of Product Development schedules, ensuring alignment across internal teams and external manufacturers. This role will oversee both New Product Development and Product Improvements for domestic and international markets, from concept to product launch or change implementation, adhering to the Stage Gate Process.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Product Development, with a focus on manufacturing, quality, and process implementation. They will be skilled in strategizing, balancing multiple priorities, and navigating the fast-paced and ever-evolving demands of product development. Someone who excels at finding creative solutions and tackling challenges with a methodical approach, ensuring smooth progress and successful results.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Develop and manage product launch schedules, coordinating timelines with internal teams and manufacturers for both New Product and Product Improvement projects.
- Create and manage detailed schedules that account for material ordering, tooling, sample creation (ALPHA & BETA), pilot runs, and express schedules when needed.
- Lead cross-functional and vendor meetings (Product, Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing, etc.) to ensure alignment on timelines, deliverables, and priorities, and track risks and action items.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of meetings, tracking progress, next steps, and key decisions.
- Oversee and drive adherence to the New Product Introduction (NPI) Process, ensuring smooth transitions from development to launch, and through infancy.
- Support the S&OP process alongside Product Managers, contributing to the creation and reporting of departmental KPIs and metrics.
- Develop tracking tools, dashboards, and reports for real-time monitoring and decision-making.
- Manage vendor relationships and ensure alignment with timelines, quality standards, and deliverables.
- Anticipate and proactively manage delays, adjusting timelines as necessary and escalating issues to leadership.
- Lead NPI, process improvement, and other relevant meetings, including with stakeholders and executive leadership, ensuring clear action items and ownership across all participants.
- Drive rolling changes process creation and implementation, ensuring timely and accurate updates across systems and teams.
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.
- Strong multitasking abilities, with the capacity to manage and prioritize numerous projects and tasks at once.
- Creative problem-solving skills, using a thoughtful and strategic approach to overcome obstacles and drive projects forward.
- Ability to effectively analyze data, interpret trends, and create actionable insights.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, able to convey ideas and updates clearly to cross-functional teams, leadership, and stakeholders.
- Proven ability to lead project-focused meetings and facilitate collaboration across diverse teams.
- Strong strategic thinking skills to effectively prioritize and guide product development initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or three to five years Project Management in Product Development experience required.
- PMP Certification, a plus.
- Experience with Monday.com or similar project management tools is a strong plus.
Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm.
Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Self-Development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
Manages Ambiguity - Operating effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear.
Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Demonstrates Self-Awareness - Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
Ensures accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
Cultivates Innovation - Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
Physical Requirements
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit and use hands to operate the telephone, type and operate the computer and mouse. Physical effort may include stooping, kneeling, touching, feeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, and bend and twist neck. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and rarely lift and/or move up to 100 pounds assisted. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
REP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, REP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at REP.
Salary : $75,000 - $90,000
