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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$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving multi-site process growth and integrating continuous improvement culture. Collaborate with leaders to enhance operational processes, ensuring alignment with business goals...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming transportation management through strategic process innovation. Leverage technology and AI to enhance operational efficiency, drive standardization, and improve custome...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming transportation management processes by leveraging technology and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive sustainable bus...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$175K - $205K *

Lead the development of innovative products and customer-focused solutions, driving strategy and execution in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Discover an exciting opportunity to lead product strategy and lifecycle management, driving market success through innovative marketing and go-to-market strategies while optimizing existing products b...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $119K *

Champion innovative solutions in feed mill operations by defining and prioritizing software capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and customer satisfacti...

Amarillo, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career by driving business growth and building relationships with key industry players. This role involves managing the project lifecycle, achieving sales targets, and expanding market...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower business growth by cultivating relationships with architects and contractors. Drive specifications and sales across diverse markets while managing the project lifecycle from planning to execut...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $110K *

Champion the successful delivery of strategic projects, leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution and risk management. Drive accountability and foster collaboration to meet development...

3 weeks ago

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

$84K - $209K *

Drive the future of OCI DevOps tooling by shaping product strategy, engaging with customers, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance developer workflows and ente...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $209K *

Own the inbound product strategy for OCI DevOps tooling, translating customer needs into impactful capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product execution, ensuring alignment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $209K *

Drive product innovation by analyzing market trends, identifying customer needs, and leading cross-functional teams to develop solutions. Own the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goal...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate growth in the Canadian Grocery Retail market by identifying and closing new opportunities. Leverage your expertise in retail technology to build executive relationships and drive innovative...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $163K *

Drive product strategy and commercialization of aftermarket solutions, enhancing customer retention and revenue through innovative retrofit and replacement offerings. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead and oversee diverse projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget while exceeding stakeholder expectations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $183K *

Partner with us to drive product strategy and execution for enterprise operations, enhancing digital solutions across multi-site platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to streamline work...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $183K *

Transform enterprise operations by leading product strategy and execution for core platforms, enhancing workflows and teammate experiences across multi-site infrastructures through strategic partnersh...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $183K *

Champion product strategy and execution for enterprise operations, driving impactful digital solutions across multi-site platforms. Collaborate with senior leaders to streamline workflows and enhance...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead a project team to deliver transportation projects efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulations and specifications. Oversee engineers, manage budgets, and maintain timelines while fostering c...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of hygienic sensors by leading product strategy, collaborating with engineering, and driving market success. Engage with customers and stakeholders to ensure product alignment wit...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead product strategy and growth for Food Preservation categories, driving innovation and profitability through cross-functional collaboration and market insights...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role managing power generation service products. Oversee product strategies, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance customer satisfaction...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $165K *

Champion innovative technology projects across diverse sectors by leading project execution, fostering relationships with customers and teams, and utilizing AI tools to enhance delivery and outcomes e...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by driving the execution of the Private Brand program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product alignment with brand vision, cost targets, and market trends while...

3 weeks ago

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

$91K - $122K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Product Manager, driving the vision and execution of AI-powered platforms. Collaborate with engineers and users to transform workflows, mentor peers, and lead product s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.