We are seeking a commercially-driven and hands-on Product Development Manager to spearhead the end-to-end lifecycle of our next generation of products. In this pivotal role, you will own the entire development journey from translating market insights into innovative concepts and overseeing design development to managing supplier collaborations and driving successful product launches. You9ll work at the intersection of design, engineering, sourcing, sales, marketing and business strategy. We are looking for a high-energy professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses the discipline to maintain quality standards while meeting aggressive timelines. This position will report to the Senior Director, Design & Engineering.
RESPONSIBILITIES:Market & Strategy- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer collaboration to understand industry trends, market structures and market gaps
- Identify market white space and present compelling new product ideas to leadership
Design & Development- Model refined product concepts using 3D CAD and rendering tools
- Lead product design and development from concept through production - owning every milestone
- Facilitate new product development meetings and cross-functional team sessions
Engineering & Compliance- Collaborate with Regulatory and Testing Team to develop test plans and product certifications
- Work closely with Design Engineers for detailed design and development of product specifications and documentation for manufacturing
Supplier & Sourcing- Partner with Sourcing Team to identify and qualify new manufacturers
- Lead NPD initiatives with factory partners, setting clear direction and holding timelines
- Coordinate sample production and manage iterative development cycles with suppliers
Packaging & Commercialization- Collaborate with packaging engineers to optimize packaging performance and reduce cost
- Partner with technical illustrators to develop product packaging and installation manuals
- Equip the Sales team with product knowledge, tools, and collateral for new product launches
Project & Financial Management- Develop and own project timelines; keep cross-functional stakeholders aligned and accountable
- Manage product-level profitability - cost targets are your responsibility, not a finance exercise
AI & Productivity Tools- Leverage AI tools (e.g. Claude, ChatGPT) to accelerate market research, competitive analysis, and documentation
- Use AI-assisted rendering and ideation tools to speed up concept development and design iteration
- Contribute to building AI-integrated workflows across the product development team
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:- Available for international travel 3-4 times per year, trips of 1-2 weeks each (primarily Asia)
QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor9s degree in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred
- 7+ years of product development experience in consumer goods or related industry
- Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Onshape) and rendering tools
- Demonstrated track record of launching successful products from concept to production
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, factory relationships, and cost modeling
- Experience collaborating with overseas manufacturers
- Comfortable with regulatory and testing standards for consumer products
- Exceptional project management skills - you keep things moving without being chased
- Clear communicator: able to brief factories, present to executives, and write tight specs
- Familiarity with AI tools for research, ideation, and documentation - and an appetite to push how they9re used in product development
NEWAGE OFFERS:- Salary and bonus is based on experience and highly competitive for the right candidate.
- This is an existing vacancy and the base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000 annually (CAD) at the time of the posting.
- Benefits Package
- An opportunity within a growing, fast-paced company, well established in its industry.
- Fun! We celebrate successes and hold special events to build strong teams.
- Our teams work under a remote-first Hybrid model, with the ease of having our North York office accessible for collaboration and/or quiet workspace.
HOW TO APPLY: If you9re intrigued by job profile described above, we invite you to apply with your resume and cover letter illustrating how you would be an ideal fit with our team. We thank all interested candidates for applying and will contact those who qualify for an interview.
No phone calls please. Offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a thorough background check.
