Job Title: Senior Manager, Product Development
Job Summary: We are currently seeking a seasoned and results-driven Senior Product Development Manager to lead our product development team. The Senior Product Development Manager will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from ideation to commercialization, and driving innovation to meet market demands. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in product management, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of consumer preferences and industry trends.
About Ground Up: Ground Up is a premier footwear manufacturer retaining an integrated portfolio of licensed and owned brands and has grown to be a leading supplier. The company's unique capability to design and translate fashion trends offers a fresh perspective on licensed footwear. Ground Up was created with the vision of fulfilling the need for fun, innovative products for the true brand enthusiast. As our product entered the market, we found consumers wanting to express themselves and their fandom in new, creative ways. Consumers connect with us through our brand partnerships, giving them brands they love with a brand they now trust. Ground Up has become a recognizable brand for the whole family that stands for elevated fashion and fun.
We aspire to have our teams embody our core values of:
- Service
- People
- Teamwork
- Opportunity
- Results
- Innovation
- Trust
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify market opportunities, consumer needs, and competitive threats to inform product roadmap and portfolio strategy.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive product innovation and development.
- Lead the development of new products from concept to commercialization, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Conduct market research, consumer insights analysis, and feasibility studies to guide product concept development and decision-making.
- Optimize product mix, pricing strategies, and merchandising tactics to maximize revenue and profitability.
- Establish and maintain quality assurance processes and standards to ensure product safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
- Implement rigorous testing, inspection, and validation procedures to maintain product quality and integrity.
- Analyze product performance metrics, sales trends, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.
- Develop and implement strategies to address product performance issues and drive continuous improvement.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Marketing, Product Management, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 4-6 years of progressive experience in product development, product management, or related roles, preferably in the consumer goods or retail industry.
- Demonstrated track record of successfully launching new products and driving revenue growth.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve results.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
GUP Perks
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k plan & access to employee recognition programs.
- Paid vacation, holidays, Eternal Summer Fridays, birthdays off & more!
- Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment.
- Ground Up International is an equal opportunity employer.