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SanMar-Internal

Product Development Manager

Issaquah, WA · Hybrid

$80K - $115K/yr

The Product Development Manager is responsible for managing the development and production of SanMar products. The Product Development Manager leads the development process from initial concept to ...

Westfield

Product Development Manager

Westfield Center, OH · Hybrid

$100K - $126K/yr

Evaluates external data management sources and tools to assist business partners in risk selection ... New Product Development * Customer Relationship Management * Agile Product Development * Go To ...

XPRESS BOATS

Product Development Manager

Malvern, AR · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Product Development Manager Reports to: Nathan Kyzer Title: VP of Operations Direct Reports: Yes No Department: Researach and Development Type of position: Full Time Exempt Part- Time Nonexempt ...

Monster Energy

Product Development Manager

Corona, CA · On-site

$118K - $147K/yr

As the Product Development Manager, you will lead projects with flavor houses, suppliers, and production facilities to develop new beverages and raw materials. Manage the review of all formulas ...

SharkNinja

Product Development Manager

Needham, MA · On-site +1

$124K - $155K/yr

You will be viewed as an "expert" people manager who has proficiency navigating people, conflict, and resource management. * Drive the definition and development of product specifications, marrying ...

HIS LLC

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$126K - $157K/yr

Product Manager JOB OVERVIEW Revision Date- 10/2021 * Understand and execute HIS International/account product initiatives of assigned programs from fabric sourcing through style development up until ...

Dreamwear Inc

Product Development Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

To help with this launch, we are seeking a Product Development Manager to join the team. This person will work with one of our team Directors across this and other licensed brands. The role is ideal ...

SharkNinja

Product Development Manager

Needham, MA · On-site

$124K - $155K/yr

Leaders of Program Management at SharkNinja lead in owning the entire New Product Development (NPD) process from concept to shelf for our Brands.  Program Managers deliver sustainable, best in ...

HIS LLC

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$126K - $157K/yr

Product Manager JOB OVERVIEW Revision Date- 10/2021 * Understand and execute HIS International/account product initiatives of assigned programs from fabric sourcing through style development up until ...

United Rentals

Product Development Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$110K - $137K/yr

As a Product Development Manager (PDM) within its Advanced Solutions Group (ASG), you will be focused on driving innovation and maturing ASG's offering portfolio by piloting, enhancing and preparing ...

United Rentals

Product Development Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$110K - $137K/yr

As a Product Development Manager (PDM) within its Advanced Solutions Group (ASG), you will be focused on driving innovation and maturing ASG's offering portfolio by piloting, enhancing and preparing ...

CareAllies

Product Development Manager

Nashville, TN · On-site +1

$110K - $138K/yr

Driving Deliverables And Activities With Pdl And It Product Managers Or Their Program Manager By Removing Barriers, And Escalating Risk/Issues. A Comprehensive Understanding Of Systems Development ...

United Rentals

Product Development Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$110K - $137K/yr

As a Product Development Manager (PDM) within its Advanced Solutions Group (ASG), you will be focused on driving innovation and maturing ASG's offering portfolio by piloting, enhancing and preparing ...

United Rentals

Product Development Manager

Branch, LA

$94K - $118K/yr

As a Product Development Manager (PDM) within its Advanced Solutions Group (ASG), you will be focused on driving innovation and maturing ASG's offering portfolio by piloting, enhancing and preparing ...

TravelZoo

Product Development Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Travelzoo is seeking a Product Development Manager in our New York office. Do you feel... * Driven to manage all phases of the design process, from initial wireframes and mockups to final hand-off ...

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How much do assistant product development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant product development manager in the United States is $191,862.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,000.00 and $244,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant product development manager?

To thrive as an Assistant Product Development Manager, you generally need a background in product management or a related field, strong analytical skills, and experience with market research. Familiarity with project management tools (such as Jira or Asana), product lifecycle management software, and sometimes certifications like PMP are highly valued. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills for collaborating across departments and driving projects forward. These skills and qualities ensure that product initiatives are executed efficiently, meet market needs, and align with organizational goals.

What does an assistant product development manager do?

An Assistant Product Development Manager supports the product development team by coordinating project activities, conducting market research, and helping manage timelines and budgets. They often collaborate with design, marketing, and manufacturing teams to ensure new products meet quality standards and customer needs. Their responsibilities also include tracking progress, preparing reports, and assisting with product launches. This role is essential for ensuring that product development projects run smoothly and efficiently.

How does an assistant product development manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout a product lifecycle?

As an Assistant Product Development Manager, you’ll work closely with teams such as marketing, design, engineering, and supply chain to ensure product concepts are feasible and align with market needs. Your role involves coordinating meetings, tracking project milestones, and facilitating clear communication between departments to resolve issues quickly. Strong collaboration and organizational skills are essential, as you'll often act as a bridge between creative and technical teams, helping to translate business goals into actionable development plans.

What is the difference between Assistant Product Development Manager vs Product Development Coordinator?

AspectAssistant Product Development ManagerProduct Development Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesSupports product strategy, manages teams, oversees project executionCoordinates project tasks, assists in product testing, manages schedules
Required SkillsProduct knowledge, leadership, project managementOrganizational skills, communication, basic product knowledge
QualificationsBachelor's degree, experience in product developmentBachelor's degree, entry-level experience preferred
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, cross-functional teams, managerial oversightSupportive, administrative, team coordination

The Assistant Product Development Manager typically has more strategic and leadership responsibilities, overseeing product teams and projects. In contrast, the Product Development Coordinator focuses on coordinating tasks and supporting the development process. Both roles require relevant industry experience and collaboration, but the assistant manager position involves higher-level decision-making and team management.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Product Development Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $191,862 per year, or $92.2 per hour.

Product Development Manager

i3 Product Development

Sun Prairie, WI • On-site

$95K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

At i3, we build real products for real clients, and getting it right takes more than someone who can run a schedule. It takes someone who can hold the product vision, manage the client relationship, and lead a team of engineers all at once, even when the path forward isn't fully mapped out yet.
If you're picturing Gantt charts, status meetings, and a plan that's already been scoped for you, that's not quite what this is. We're looking for a project leader who is willing to roll their sleeves up and dig into complex, technical challenges. This role is best suited to someone who enjoys working through ambiguity and staying close to the technical work.
What a Product Development Manager Actually Does
  • Understand the client's business, their customers and what they're really trying to build - not just what they wrote in the request for proposal
  • Help shape the product vision alongside the client, not just take notes on it
  • Turn ambiguity into a workable plan
  • Push back on assumptions and figure out what the team or client needs next
  • Lead and energize a team spanning software, mechanical, electrical, firmware, and design
  • Manage scope, budget, cross-functional coordination, risk, and client expectations
  • Stay close enough to the work that you catch gaps early
  • Know what needs to be built and who's best suited to build it. Sometimes that's you, more often it's someone on your team

You don't need to be the technical expert in every discipline on the team. You do need to be curious about the technology, have good product judgment, and be someone who creates clarity instead of waiting around for it.
Your background might be in Project Management, Business Analysis, Product Management, or Technical Program Management. At i3, the title matters less than the pattern of experience below.
What Makes This Role Different
To be honest, you may not walk into a project with a fully defined scope or finalized requirements. Part of the job is helping the client and the team figure that out together. You'll be balancing competing priorities, questioning assumptions, and taking ownership when the next step isn't obvious.
This is a good fit if you want to help build products, not just manage schedules. It's probably not a good fit if you're looking for a structured, coordination-only project management role. Someone looking for a primarily coordination-focused role will likely find this position broader and more hands on than expected.
Who We're Looking For
We're not tied to one specific background. We're looking for evidence that you:
  • Have led development work where the answer wasn't handed to you
  • Think about the product, the customer, and the business, not just the task list
  • Can hold your own with technical teams without needing to be the smartest person in the room
  • Create clarity on your own instead of waiting for someone to hand it to you
  • Can manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk without losing sight of why the product matters
  • Enjoy both building and coordinating
  • Can shift how you lead depending on whether you're working with
  • Can manage more than one project at a time shifting focus often
  • Take responsibility when things don't go according to plan
  • Enjoy and thrive in variety and learning new things - projects and clients start and finish often and each day is not the same

Education & Experience
A bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, design, business, or a related discipline is preferred. We are more interested in the relevance of your experience than in the exact title of your degree. Successful candidates will have experience working with technical teams and leading products, programs, or client engagements through ambiguous and evolving development work.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of product development experience preferred
  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering projects
  • Experience coaching and mentoring team members
  • Comfortable presenting, whether it's a client meeting or an internal design review
  • A solid understanding of electro-mechanical systems and connected products is a big plus
  • PMP certification is a plus though this role also requires strong product judgement, client leadership, and comfort with ambiguity.

If reading this made you think, "that sounds demanding, but it's exactly the kind of ownership I want," let's talk!
A real person on our team wrote this posting. We'd love to hear from a real person too.
Benefits and Perks
  • Health insurance with a zero-dollar deductible and employee premiums as low as nine dollars per pay period
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match up to six percent
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance at two times annual salary
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Emergency Assistance Fund
  • Charitable Match Program

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