Product Development Manager at Brio Water Technology
Glendale, California, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

140000.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Product Development, Market Research, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving, Project Management, Consumer Insights, Product Strategy, SKU Optimization, Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Product Launch, Customer Focus, Adaptability

Industry

Wholesale

Description
About the role We are looking for a Product Development Manager to own a critical portfolio within our water appliance business. This role will drive product strategy across key distribution channels (independent dealers, e-commerce, and big box retail), identify new product opportunities, and lead initiatives focused on margin improvement, reliability, and consumer communication. You’ll partner cross-functionally with industrial design, marketing, and global manufacturing teams to define specifications and lead products from concept through launch. This role also includes competitive and market research, building a 3-year roadmap, presenting updates to leadership, and driving market share growth through SKU optimization and portfolio improvements. What you'll do Assess market trends and identify unmet customer needs across assigned product portfolios Evaluate current product lines and recommend SKU consolidation/rationalization opportunities Monitor the competitive landscape and provide insights to support portfolio growth and positioning Conduct consumer and market research to validate product needs and requirements Stay current on emerging technologies relevant to product design and development Maintain and grow product market position through management of existing product lines and market intelligence Develop and present a 3-year product vision/roadmap for assigned categories Present the end-user experience and ensure appropriate test methods are applied throughout product development, aligning results with product plans and engineering goals. Partner with Engineering and Purchasing to resolve product issues and support development execution Leverage vendor resources and expertise to support product management and new product development initiatives Manage project budgets and prepare financial analysis and status updates for leadership Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field 4+ years of progressive experience in sales, marketing, or product management, with full lifecycle product experience (SKU-heavy portfolios a plus) Strong understanding of category P&L and proven analytical skills Excellent written/verbal communication skills and comfort presenting to customers and leadership Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive alignment across varied stakeholders Customer-focused, self-motivated, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in changing situations Experience supporting commercialization and product launches (pricing, positioning, placement, training, and marketing mix) Benefits / Perks Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance 401K Retirement Plan Paid Vacation Time Paid Holidays and More!
Responsibilities
The Product Development Manager will drive product strategy and identify new product opportunities within the water appliance business. This includes conducting market research, developing a 3-year roadmap, and leading products from concept through launch.
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