Veritiv - Scottsdale, AZ
posted about 2 months ago
At Veritiv, we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Product Development Manager to take a leadership role in brand-related kitting and packaging concepting and development projects. This position is crucial in supporting both the company and our customers' strategic business goals. The Product Development Manager will be expected to bring thought leadership to projects, identify and present opportunities, and collaborate with customers and functional partners to work through projects from concept to completion. This role requires a strong understanding of design principles, brand strategy, and the ability to develop design-driven solutions that address business opportunities. The successful candidate will conduct creative sessions with customers and team members to kick off new initiatives and guide the creative process. Staying on top of trends, industry standards, and technological developments is essential to ensure that marketplace trends are reflected in the work produced. The Product Development Manager will design and present quality solutions on time and within budget, ensuring that all projects align with the overall business strategy. Interpreting customer feedback and offering appropriate solutions will be a key part of the role, as will preparing for large upcoming projects and changes in workload with team members, managers, and customers to prioritize efforts effectively. Additionally, the Product Development Manager will work with functional and cross-functional partners to help develop strategy and collaborate with external customer teams to ensure project success. Assessing incoming creative requests, developing art direction, reviewing and approving production-ready art, and managing the creative workflow process are also critical responsibilities. Maintaining relationships with current customers while building relationships with new ones will be vital for the success of this role.