POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Product Launch Manager oversees the design, prototyping, testing, and launch of innovative facility image program projects at DCI Marketing. This role drives the successful integration of all DCI Marketing product lines, including digital content, graphics, architectural millwork, and future offerings, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and alignment with client milestones. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong organizational, collaborative, and communication skills, capable of translating concepts into high-quality products that deliver economic value and sustainability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex projects concurrently, delivering on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of architectural design processes, with expertise in creating high-quality drawings, graphics, and research documentation.
• Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Experience interpreting business data and translating it into actionable visual representations.
• Ability to confidently present and facilitate design reviews, incorporating feedback from stakeholders and clients.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on process improvement, cost optimization, and delivering sustainable, high-value products.
• Experience in market research and client interaction to drive product innovation.
  · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced skills in Excel and Project, and strong computer literacy.
  · Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Architecture, Interior Architecture, Construction, or a closely related field.
  · Solid understanding of engineering principles and fundamentals.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $80,838.11 - $97,353.42 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Troy, MI 4808

• Project Management: Lead multiple complex projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to schedules, specifications, and cost targets. Develop project charters outlining goals and objectives for internal teams and stakeholders.
• Design and Development: Guide all phases of the architectural design process, leveraging expertise in design, graphics, text, research, drawing, and rendering. Produce or coordinate architectural drawings, graphic collateral, and research documentation.
• Product Conceptualization: Collaborate with clients to develop product concepts based on their needs, incorporating feedback and market research to define requirements and goals for new products.
• Integration: Ensure seamless integration of DCI Marketing product lines to meet customer requirements.
• Cost and Resource Forecasting: Identify, quantify, and report cost factors with input from subject matter experts. Forecast materials, designs, prototyping, and testing needs to support product development.
• Collaboration and Communication: Facilitate design reviews, present concepts confidently, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including design, product development, engineering, production, and sales. Maintain direct client communication to align on project goals.
• Process Improvement: Continuously enhance processes related to productivity, quality, purchasing, and manufacturing to optimize product costs.
• Market Research: Conduct or interpret market research to inform new product development and ensure alignment with market demands.
• Data Visualization: Analyze business data and create visual representations to communicate insights effectively to diverse audiences.