Product Development Manager

Stone Warehouse - Tampa, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Tampa, FL

Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Product Development Manager at Stone Warehouse will oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from research and concept creation to design, testing, and commercialization of new products. This role is crucial for enhancing customer satisfaction and driving revenue growth within the company, which is a leading supplier of natural and engineered stone in Florida. The manager will work closely with vendors and manufacturers, ensuring effective communication and collaboration to optimize product launches and maintain quality assurance standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct the complete product life cycle for products and services to enhance customer satisfaction and drive revenue growth.
• Lead the day-to-day relationship and management with key vendors and manufacturers.
• Spearhead cross-functional teams to optimize communication, efficiency, and collaboration, resulting in a significant increase in product launches.
• Promote brand initiatives, quality assurance, strategic planning, vendor management, and supply chain diversity to ensure seamless product continuity and operational excellence.
• Communicate information and any issues to all related internal parties as well as to overseas mills, agents, and manufacturers.
• Proof all artwork and copy of product packaging to align with consistency, regulatory requirements, grammar, and marketing needs.
• Utilize research with product knowledge to work on the launch activation and go-to-market strategy of new products with the brand marketing team.
• Drive new product innovation by leveraging consumer insights, market trends, and emerging technologies.
• Develop data-backed formulations grounded in scientific research to enhance product efficacy and strengthen market competitiveness.
• Foster strategic partnerships to drive the development of innovative products, incorporating trending products and emerging technologies.
• Enhance quality assurance protocols, increasing adherence to regulatory compliance standards and best practices.
• Engage regularly with executive leadership to secure approvals for new and existing products, aligning product strategies with organizational goals.

Requirements

• 3+ years' experience in product development.
• Strong organizational skills to manage small to large clients.
• Ability to complete, maintain, and administer proposals with robust negotiation skills to drive sales annually.
• Utilize research systems to identify opportunities within the strategic planning process to grow focus categories in terms of ROI, sales, gross margin, and cost savings.
• Proven track record of managing all aspects of the development lifecycle.
• Understanding of supplement development timelines and regulatory pathways.
• Experience sourcing and qualifying packaging components.
• Strong communication skills.
• Team player with the ability to adapt to changes and drive cross-functional efficiency.
• Demonstrated flexibility, proactivity, and self-motivation to deliver against accelerated timelines.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and hands-on approach.
• Experience working with organizations to reduce ambiguity in marketing and drive customer and business impact.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance