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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$89K - $130K *

Optimize product delivery by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment on project direction, scope, and timelines. Drive best-in-class product development while maintaining transparency and c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Lead the product direction for a platform connecting fuel retailers, carriers, and suppliers. Drive API design, data contracts, and onboarding improvements while collaborating with engineering in an A...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$129K - $192K *

Champion business growth by leading strategic development for Durables applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to drive innovation, clarify needs, and build a robust opport...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $192K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic business development for Durables, bridging customer needs with cross-functional teams to drive growth and innovation in North America. Build relationships and de...

Mentor, OHRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $280K *

Champion innovative solutions by leading product development from concept to scale, collaborating with clients and teams to shape foundational strategies in AI-driven wealth management, ensuring impac...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $286K *

Drive product innovation by managing the entire lifecycle, from defining requirements to analyzing metrics and launching features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and succe...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$187K - $220K *

Unlock potential by managing product roadmaps and driving technology design outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and deliver value through data-driven deci...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$174K - $286K *

Join us to drive the product lifecycle, from defining requirements to launching features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze metrics, conduct user studies, and inform product roadmaps...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$161K - $190K *

Transform the digital commerce experience by owning a high-velocity experimentation roadmap. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer journeys, improve conversion rates, and establish a robust exp...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Lead critical programs and drive successful new product development initiatives while collaborating across global teams. Manage scope, schedule, and budget to ensure timely delivery and process improv...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at impactful software development projects, overseeing execution and delivery while managing cross-functional teams to meet client satisfaction and quality goals. Drive efficiency...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading product strategy and execution for key categories. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive growth through data-driven decisions and innovative market strategies...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining product management by owning the platform's roadmap and driving customer success through collaboration with engineering and design, while navigating the complexities of a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative logistics solutions by leading a dynamic engineering team to optimize and automate transportation workflows, driving efficiency and cost savings across global operations...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$119K - $222K *

Pioneer innovative analytical solutions by managing the full product lifecycle, aligning customer needs with strategic objectives, and collaborating cross-functionally to drive impactful product devel...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$119K - $222K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative analytical solutions, managing the full product lifecycle while aligning with customer needs and strategic objectives. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$119K - $222K *

Drive the development of innovative analytical solutions, managing the full product lifecycle while aligning with customer needs and strategic objectives. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure succ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$83K - $145K *

Elevate the design function for a high-volume grocery retail program, driving design solutions from concept to execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational efficiency and customer...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Lead and optimize production manufacturing activities to achieve targets, drive excellence, and ensure compliance. Foster a culture of safety and efficiency while managing resources effectively to mee...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Transform customer experiences by leading cross-functional teams to deliver quality products. Drive strategic initiatives and inspire talent while fostering an agile environment to address market need...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by leading project initiatives, ensuring seamless communication, and driving customer satisfaction in a dynamic automation environment. Collaborate with teams to deliver projects...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $115K *

Transform product development by leading R&D initiatives for innovative formulations. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and optimize processes, driving projects from concept to marke...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$240K - $288K *

Join a team that's redefining developer products. We seek a product leader to shape our strategic direction, engage with customers, and collaborate closely with founders and engineering to solve compl...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $258K *

Shape the future of cutting-edge technology by leading product development efforts. Oversee programs from ideation through launch, ensuring cross-team collaboration and responsiveness to evolving proj...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead and shape the Hardware Product Management team, driving strategy and execution for the Drive-Thru product portfolio. Oversee product development, market fit, and growth while mentoring a team of...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.