What are the responsibilities and job description for the New Product Development Manager position at Storm Search?
Job Summary : We are seeking a Manager of New Product Development to lead in driving customer-focused innovation from initial project intake through production. This role will oversee all phases of the new product lifecycle, ensuring adherence to deadlines, budgets, quality standards, and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for continuous improvement, strong leadership skills, and the ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities :
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and collaborate closely with sales and marketing teams to align on strategic initiatives.
- Evaluate requests for quotes for feasibility, profitability, and timeline viability.
- Prioritize and allocate resources for projects within the New Product Development team to meet organizational objectives.
- Lead and support team members in the execution of projects, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
- Directly oversee key projects, ensuring successful outcomes.
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators such as project success rates, time-to-market metrics, and other relevant data to drive continuous improvement.
- Implement and refine methodologies for new product development within the organization.
- Ensure new products are delivered on schedule, meet quality and performance criteria, and align with cost expectations.
- Manage the transition of new products into production, ensuring a smooth handoff to manufacturing teams and achieving stabilized operations.
- Regularly report on project status, including costs, timelines, and profitability metrics, to senior leadership.
- Identify potential risks, anticipate challenges, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
- Promote and uphold environmental, health, and safety standards throughout all project phases.
- Develop team members by providing coaching, conducting performance reviews, and identifying training opportunities.
- Oversee the end-to-end process of design, development, and industrialization for new products.
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