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XPRESS BOATS

Product Development Manager

Malvern, AR · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Researach and Development Type of position: Full Time Exempt Part- Time Nonexempt Contractor ... Manage multiple product development projects, establish timelines, monitor milestones, identify ...

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What is the difference between Fulltime Product Development Manager vs Product Owner?

AspectFulltime Product Development ManagerProduct Owner
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire product development process, manages teams, and aligns product strategy with business goals.Defines product vision, manages product backlog, and prioritizes features for development teams.
Required SkillsLeadership, project management, technical understanding, stakeholder communication.Product management, communication, prioritization, understanding of customer needs.
Work EnvironmentTypically in larger organizations, working closely with cross-functional teams.Often in Agile teams, collaborating directly with development teams and stakeholders.

While both roles focus on product development, the Fulltime Product Development Manager has broader managerial responsibilities and oversees the entire process, whereas the Product Owner concentrates on defining and prioritizing product features within Agile teams.

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Product Development Manager

XPRESS BOATS

Malvern, AR • On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Job Title:

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

Contractor

Student

Position Summary:

This role will lead the development of innovative, market-leading products by overseeing product design, engineering, supplier collaboration, and continuous improvement while ensuring quality, regulatory compliance, production efficiency, and on-time product launches.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/EXPECTATIONS:

  • Collect and evaluate design input from Marketing, Sales, Ownership, dealers, customers, and industry partners to develop product concepts using CAD models, prototypes, and mock-ups.
  • Hire, lead, coach, and develop a high-performing product development team while fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
  • Establish strategic direction, departmental priorities, and performance objectives aligned with company goals.
  • Lead cross-functional product discovery, design reviews, and implementation meetings with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales, Marketing, and Quality.
  • Manage multiple product development projects, establish timelines, monitor milestones, identify risks, and ensure successful on-time product launches.
  • Partner with suppliers to define specifications, conduct testing, resolve engineering issues, negotiate OEM pricing, and improve product quality.
  • Maintain the accuracy and integrity of Bills of Material (BOMs), engineering masters, and engineering documentation.
  • Develop and validate propeller specifications that optimize boat performance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
  • Lead product training for manufacturing teams and communicate product changes to key stakeholders.
  • Drive continuous improvement by evaluating production feedback and implementing Engineering Change Requests (ECR/ECN).
  • Ensure compliance with applicable USCG, NMMA, ABYC, EPA, and CFR regulations throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Build strong vendor relationships and translate customer and dealer feedback into product improvements.

KEY ACCOUNTABILIES

Deliver new products on schedule and within project objectives.

Improve product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Maintain regulatory compliance.

Reduce engineering change cycle times and support cost improvement initiatives.

Develop a high-performing engineering team and promote continuous improvement

Work Environment

Office and manufacturing environment with occasional travel and on-water product testing as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

EDUCATION & OTHER KSA's

COMPETENCIES

Bachelor's Degree in Science/Engineering Field

Analytical in testing methods and utilizes data driven reports

Maintains NMMA Compliance Specialist

Certification

Excellent spatial reasoning skills

Working Knowledge of 33 CFR

Verbal and Written communications

Working Knowledge of 40 CFR

Appropriate Delegation of Tasks

Product Design Adherence with 36 CFR in mind

Working Knowledge of ABYC Regulations

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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