Head of Product

Head of Product Company: The Cold Life Location: [Remote - Quarterly/Semi-Annual Travel] Reports to: CEO Type: Full-time About The Cold Life The Cold Life is on a mission to develop world-class products that help everyday Americans live healthier, longer lives. We believe access to high-quality recovery, wellness, and water-based health solutions shouldn't be reserved for elite athletes or biohackers—it should be available to anyone committed to improving their health, performance, and longevity. Our products are designed to bridge the gap between cutting-edge science and real-world usability, delivering premium performance without unnecessary complexity. We are building alongside industry leaders and trusted partners, including Gary Brecka and Mark Wahlberg, who share our belief in proactive health, recovery, and longevity. These partnerships are not just endorsements—they actively inform our product vision, standards, and long-term roadmap. At The Cold Life, we move fast, build intentionally, and focus on shipping products that make a measurable impact in people's daily lives. Quality matters—but execution and accessibility matter just as much. Role Overview We're hiring a Head of Product to own the end-to-end lifecycle of our products—from ideation and sourcing to development, testing, and launch. This role is for someone who loves building physical products, understands the realities of manufacturing timelines, and knows when to optimize for speed over perfection to move the business forward. You'll work directly with the CEO and leadership team to translate product vision into shipped, scalable SKUs. What You'll Be Responsible ForProduct Strategy & Execution Own the product roadmap across existing SKUs and new product launches Balance innovation with iteration—knowing when to improve, when to ship, and when to kill ideas Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, or modularize components to improve speed and margins Translate business needs into clear product requirements and timelines Sourcing & Manufacturing Source components and finished goods domestically and overseas Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, and quality standards Understand and optimize lead times, MOQs, tooling timelines, and cost structures Work closely with manufacturers to solve real-world production constraints Technical Product Development Lead development of water-based products including cold plunges, filtration systems, and accessories Apply working knowledge of: Water flow, pressure, and temperature dynamics Seals, threads, fittings, and plumbing interfaces Filtration technologies (sediment, carbon, UV, etc.) Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation—without over-engineering Cross-Functional Leadership Collaborate with operations, marketing, and customer support to ensure product-market fit Use customer feedback and failure points to inform product improvements Support launch planning, documentation, and ongoing product education What We're Looking ForRequired Experience 6+ years in product development, sourcing, or manufacturing for physical products Experience working in cold plunge, water, wellness, HVAC, plumbing, filtration, or adjacent industries Proven track record of shipping real products—not just designing them Hands-on experience sourcing products or components overseas (China, Vietnam, etc.) Technical Knowledge Working knowledge of: Water systems and components Seals, threads, gaskets, and fittings Filtration and water treatment technologies Ability to evaluate designs for durability, cost, manufacturability, and scalability Mindset & Traits Builder mentality—you care more about shipping than theorizing Comfortable making decisions with incomplete information Understands when speed is the competitive advantage Detail-oriented without getting stuck in perfectionism Strong ownership mindset—this is a leadership role, not a hand-off role Why This Role Matters The Head of Product will directly influence: Product quality and customer experience Speed to market for new SKUs Cost structure and margin expansion The long-term defensibility of The Cold Life brand Occasional travel is required, primarily to the offices in South Florida. Overseas travel may be required. This role has real ownership, real impact, and direct access to decision-makers. Work Location: Remote