Manager, Product Development - Hybrid/Cleveland, OH

Belnick, LLC • Canton, GA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the VP of Product & Innovation, the Product Development Manager will lead the end-to-end execution of product development through launch, translating product strategy into commercially viable, high-quality products. This role owns development timelines, technical execution, and cross-functional coordination throughout the development cycle. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented leader who enjoys bringing products to life while proactively resolving development, costing, and production challenges. This role will partner cross-functionally with Product Management, Design, Sourcing, QC/Testing, and global teams to ensure products are delivered on time, on cost, and to quality standards. The Product Development Manager plays a key role in improving speed-to-market, scaling development capacity, and turning innovative ideas into commercially successful products that meet brand standards and consumer expectations.

Requirements

• 7-10 years of previous experience in product development or a comparable position with a consumer products company, preferably in e-commerce or furniture marketplaces
• Product Passion: Deep interest in the product and excitement for new product development
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with product testing standards and compliance requirements relevant to furniture or consumer goods
• Strong financial acumen related to costing, margins, and trade-off decision making
• Quick Learner-Strong Creative Problem-Solving Skills
• Product pricing experience and working with product development teams
• Strong Work Ethic-Integrity & Confidence
• Business Acumen-keenness and quickness in understanding and dealing with a business issue
• Analytical and creative problem solver with keen attention to detail and strong organizational capability
• Superior written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills
• Knowledge of the Industry-Previous furniture or housewares industry experience is a plus
• Superior PC skills with advanced capabilities in Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Strong time management and project management skills
• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time
• While this role is primarily remote, occasional in-office presence (1–2 times per week) may be required based on business needs

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the Industry-Previous furniture or housewares industry experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Own the execution of product development from concept to launch, partnering with Product Management, Design, and Sourcing
• Lead end-to-end product development process - concept approval through launch, ensuring on-time and on-cost execution
• Manages development timelines, calendars, and critical path management, proactively identifying risks and resolving bottlenecks to improve speed-to-market
• Partner with the Product Manager and Sourcing to translate strategy into executable development plans and align on feasibility, timing, and cost
• Lead technical development to ensure products meet brand standards, consumer expectations, and regulatory requirements
• Manage prototype development and pre-production validation; troubleshoot potential issues with the Sourcing team
• Oversee product specifications, communicating changes, ensuring accuracy and completeness throughout development
• Partner with Sourcing on supplier strategy, cost reviews, negotiations, and cost-out initiatives to achieve margin and quality targets
• Conduct market and competitive research to inform technical feasibility, performance benchmarks, and development decisions
• Continuously improve processes, skills, and tools necessary to achieve best-in-class product development operations

Benefits

• Major medical, dental, and vision benefits available day one — no waiting period
• Company-paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discount on Ubique Group products
• Free office chair for remote employees
• Employee-led group, Ubique Cares, hosts monthly and quarterly engagement activities with fun and giveaways
• Ubique offers 9 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday per year and up to 18 Accrued PTO days per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed