Product Development Manager Jobs

Explore Product Development Manager jobs on Ladders, a career platform for vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Product Development Managers guide products from early research and concept development through design, launch, and ongoing improvement. Browse roles across industries and find opportunities that align with your leadership experience, product expertise, and career goals.

What Does a Product Development Manager Do?

Product Development Managers coordinate cross-functional teams to turn customer needs and business objectives into successful products. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include researching markets, shaping product requirements, managing development roadmaps, overseeing budgets and timelines, mitigating risks, and collaborating with engineering, design, marketing, operations, and sales. They also monitor product performance and use customer feedback and business data to guide improvements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek candidates with experience in product development, project or program management, and cross-functional leadership. Valuable skills include strategic planning, market and customer research, communication, prioritization, budgeting, and risk management. Familiarity with relevant development processes, analytics, and industry-specific standards can also help. Requirements vary by role, company, and sector.

Product Development Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies based on industry, location, company size, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it a useful place to explore Product Development Manager opportunities at this compensation level. Experienced professionals may advance to senior product leadership, portfolio management, or broader business leadership roles.

Find Product Development Manager Jobs on Ladders

Search current Product Development Manager openings and compare roles by responsibilities, industry, and location. Create a focused search around your strengths and preferred work environment, then review each listing for compensation details and qualifications. Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted opportunities designed for six-figure careers.

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$110K - $220K *

Lead the charge in shaping robust product management strategies for internal platforms that enhance our multi-billion dollar advertising business. Direct a high-performing team to innovate and optimiz...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$132K - $264K *

Shape the future of global business systems by leading product management for our high-performing team. Drive innovation, efficiency, and precision in a fast-paced environment supporting a multi-billi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$132K - $264K *

Champion strategic B2B product management while leading a dynamic team to enhance internal systems, ensuring operational excellence and financial accuracy in a complex advertising ecosystem...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $185K *

Lead and inspire engineering teams to deliver high-quality electrical designs, ensuring compliance and efficiency across diverse projects. Drive innovation and continuous improvement while mentoring t...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $185K *

Transform the future of engineering design by leading diverse teams to deliver high-quality electrical engineering solutions. Drive project success through strategic oversight, mentoring, and adherenc...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize pricing strategies and margin performance by leading the RFQ process. Collaborate across global teams to ensure commercial alignment while driving strategic cost management and efficiency imp...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic pricing and quotation processes, ensuring optimal margin performance and capital efficiency for long-term growth. Collaborate with global teams to align commercial...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Elevate project management to new heights by guiding multidisciplinary technical teams through complex product development initiatives, ensuring successful execution from concept to commercialization...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$260K - $290K *

Lead the charge in product development, managing a multi-product portfolio to transform customer needs into actionable strategies, ensuring timely delivery of innovative solutions for national securit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $159K *

Join our dynamic team to drive new product transitions and continuous improvement in ALD manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while managing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $115K *

Shape the future of shared mobility by managing product development for Evolve E-Bike and E-Scooter. Balance operational needs with strategic planning, leveraging customer insights and data to enhance...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$86K - $166K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative sealing systems that meet stringent quality, cost, and delivery standards while collaborating across engineering disciplines to drive product development and co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $180K *

Own the development of a model-powered product, focusing on customer needs and model performance. Collaborate closely with engineers, assess trade-offs, and drive features from concept to launch while...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to drive new electrical power products from concept to market. This role demands project leadership, technical coordination, and business...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $165K *

Transform complex military software solutions by driving product strategy, aligning teams, and engaging stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to enhance operational intelligence and deliver impactful...

Ontario, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $106K *

Advance your career by leading market launches for innovative products. Partner with cross-functional teams to shape strategy, drive awareness, and ensure successful adoption in the automotive service...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Advance product strategy and lifecycle management for diverse categories, driving innovation and growth through customer insights and cross-functional collaboration to meet business objectives and enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Empower a dynamic team by hiring and developing project coordinators and managers. Drive project success through monitoring, optimizing performance, and enhancing methodologies while ensuring exceptio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engage in strategic planning and sales execution to drive growth for a dynamic segment. Collaborate with sales teams to implement business plans, capture market insights, and negotiate high-value cust...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Innovate product strategies and manage the full lifecycle to drive growth and market leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer insights into actionable plans, enhancing...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by driving technical requirements and market adoption for integrated solutions. Collaborate across teams to translate complex defense needs into user-friendly products, ensuring optim...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $150K *

Drive strategic product initiatives by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with business goals while enhancing user experience and operational excellence across multiple product areas...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $150K *

Drive strategic product initiatives across multiple teams, ensuring alignment with business goals. Lead complex projects, influence technical architecture, and enhance user experience while managing s...

North York, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $168K *

Innovate your career by leading the design and development of high-speed IO products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and meet customer requirements while driving p...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading product strategies in the Personal Care segment. Drive innovation and profitability through cross-functional collaboration, market analysis, and strategic planning to...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Product Development Manager do?question toggle

    A Product Development Manager leads the process of creating and improving products, coordinating teams and managing work from research and planning through development, launch, and evaluation.

  • What qualifications are common for Product Development Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value product or project management experience, cross-functional leadership, strategic planning, customer research, communication, and relevant industry knowledge.

  • How much do Product Development Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on experience, location, industry, and the scope of the role. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Product Development Manager opportunities.

  • Where can I find Product Development Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Product Development Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.

  • What career paths can follow a Product Development Manager role?question toggle

    With experience, Product Development Managers may move into senior product management, product portfolio leadership, or broader executive and business leadership positions.