Senior Product Development Director

4 days ago


Auburn Hills, United States Whisker Full time
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Whisker, a pioneering pet tech company in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and Juneau, Wisconsin, is seeking an accomplished Senior Product Development Director.

As a leader in the innovative pet care industry, we empower our team members to chart their own path and make decisions grounded in empathy and openness to new perspectives.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including premium medical/dental/vision insurance, paid parental leave, Whisker Parents Program, 1 day 'pawternity' leave for new pet adoption, pet insurance discount, 401K match, flexible spending accounts, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), generous paid time off, 14 Paid Holidays, top-of-the-line equipment, pet-friendly office, Whisker products and swag, continuing education support, on-site gym with Peloton, and referral program.

In this role, you will lead new consumer pet product development programs from concept through market launch utilizing the Whisker New Product Development (NPD) phase-gate process. You will be responsible for leading cross-functional project teams, managing risks, assessing financial implications, staying up-to-date on industry trends, and motivating team members and stakeholders.

The Ideal Candidate

We seek an individual with a B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 3+ years of experience in program management, particularly in consumer products consisting of electrical, mechanical, and software components. The ideal candidate should have strong financial acumen, experience working with customers in multiple channels, proficiency in Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office 365, and knowledge of Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, or comparable project management software.

$143,000 - $160,000 per year

This compensation estimate is based on industry standards for similar roles in the same region.

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