Manager, Product Development

Royal Caribbean Cruises - Miami, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Miami, FL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Manager of Product Development at Royal Caribbean Group is responsible for leading a team that ideates and delivers high-quality products for guests at Celebrity Cruises. This role involves managing the product vision, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring the successful execution of new concepts and experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong creative thinking, storytelling capabilities, and proven product development skills, while also managing strategic rollout efforts for new ships and modernization of existing fleet.

Responsibilities

• Manage the product development team and oversee the ideation and delivery of high-quality products for Celebrity Cruises.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure product viability, feasibility, and desirability for guests.
• Create guest stories and journeys to outline business environment and product positioning.
• Accountable for the final delivery of new products and experiences, ensuring alignment with the vision.
• Work with Operations, Newbuild, and Marketing to ensure seamless integration of product development processes.
• Establish and maintain product development standards and experience design guidelines.
• Conduct product audits and monitor post-delivery success of new products.
• Develop annual plans for product development in collaboration with Product Strategy.
• Manage personnel aspects including training, coaching, and development of direct reports.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 to 4 years in a physical product design or similar role developing consumer experiences.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in leading teams to bring high-quality physical products to market.
• Proven track record of success in fast-paced environments with aggressive timelines.
• Strong project management skills and ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with Architects/Designers/Creatives/Consultants.
• Ability to navigate a startup-like environment and manage ambiguity.
• Extensive knowledge of consumer-centric solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Career development opportunities
• Health insurance
• 401k plan