Background & Purpose of the Job: We are seeking a seasoned Product Development Manager to Lead the development of several projects of products intended to be made by one or several plants of Groupe SEB, or to be sourced at a supplier of Groupe SEB, respecting the engagements of time, cost, and quality according to the objectives fixed by the VPM and VPI, and materialized in the Product File RP1. This role is based in Parsippany and is hybrid.
Who You Are & What You'll Do:
- Participate to the definition of the cookware project's objectives (consolidated in the file RP1 or in the marketing's request)
- Identify the project's risks and propose an action plan allowing to address them.
- Formalized Projects that are entrusted according to general objectives, appropriate them and motivate the team.
- Define the steps of the project and define a project plan, integrating the needs of all stakeholders and following it (Planning, boards, appraisal, results, corrective action ...).
- Define and verify the validation of the Project's development means (resources, investments)
- Assure product development according to the product file's specifications and the project's EMQS.
- Assure the achievement of objectives (cost, quality, and time) respecting the development process.
- Manage the quotations and their follow-up during all the development process.
- Develop a trusted environment within the team and promote the blossoming of each team member.
- Assure communication of information with members of the team based in SEB Asia / Supor / France (BU)
- Animate project reviews in a participative and structured way
- Assure reporting for validation of chosen options by the team. Decide on complex points (risks) related to the achievement of key objectives.
- Push and monitor significant and regular operational savings in terms of Total Cost : Price, Quality, Lead time, for new and current business
- Leverage existing knowledge on each project (TC12) and ensure learnings are documented and shared.
- Take in consideration principles of health, security, sustainable development, and eco-conception applicable to the project.
- Bring necessary support to Quality and Logistics teams in the resolution of important projects that might appear after RP5.
What You'll Need To Succeed
- Product Development Manager: engineering degree or equivalent level gained through professional experience.
- 3 years minimum in product development with experience in project Management.
- Know and apply with rigor methods and piloting tools of project (actors' role, management of planning, budgets, resources, meetings animation, validation and decision making, action plan, etc ...)
- General knowledge of marketing concepts and markets linked to the product (consumptions, competition)
- Have a solid knowledge of the product (performance, construction, circle of life)
- Capacity to convince, listen, argue, influence (in and out hierarchy), federate, favor common propositions, synergies, collaboration (conduct of meetings, clear communication, inform, explain)
- Capacity to define priorities and maintain focus in the short and medium-term.
- Capacity to fix objectives, delegate, and develop a person.
- Stay on course with tenacity and overcome failures.
- Capacity to share knowledge.
- General Knowledge of quality tools: AMDEC, analysis of value, experience plans, conception reviews.
- Rigor, Autonomy, Conceptual and Analytical skills, Pragmatism, openness, Creativity, and Reactivity.
- Good capacity for global vision and influence, and resilience to stress
You will receive a competitive salary that recognizes your expertise and contribution to the team. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee discounts on company products/services
- Wellness incentives
- Casual dress code
- Positive work culture that values work-life balance
In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer a fun and collaborative work environment where your ideas will be heard, and your contributions will be valued. Don't miss this opportunity to join a dynamic team and take your career to the next level. Apply now! #LI-Hybrid #LI-BA1
Groupe SEB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see
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- If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact HRUSA@groupeseb.com
- Groupe SEB invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company's written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by contacting HRUSA@groupeseb.com
Additional Information
- Duration (if applicable): Non Applicable
- Job Type: Permanent contract
- City: Parsippany
- Company description:
Close to you anywhere in the World Groupe SEB is the global reference for small domestic appliances, cookware and professional coffee with its portfolio of 35 emblematic brands such as Tefal, Seb, Rowenta, Moulinex, Calor, Lagostina, Krups, WMF. Present in 150 countries, we produce in more than 40 industrial sites and sell 11 products per second. We believe in the richness of diversity and aspire to create an inclusive and stimulating work environment where our more than 30,000 employees can grow and give their best.
- Schedule: Full-time
- Working place (LinkedIn): #LI-Hybrid
- Minimum annual compensation (individual bonuses included): 70000
- Maximum annual compensation (individual bonuses included): 105000
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Groupe SEB USA
vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k), retirement plan
Jan 30, 2025