Product Development Manager

Sinomax USA is currently looking for a Product Development Manager with an emphasis in project management. The Product Development Manager leads new product commercialization efforts, coordinating cross-functional teams to bring innovative bedding products to market. This role manages timelines, testing, costing, and sample preparation, ensuring successful launches that meet customer and market needs. Specific duties include: Lead New Product Commercialization : Define project goals, objectives, timelines, and strategies to bring new products from concept to market. Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration : Oversee project teams across Operations, Sales, Marketing, and external partners; maintain strong relationships with domestic vendors and the Sinomax Shanghai office. Customer & Market Support : Prepare samples, demonstrations, and presentations for customer visits and market week; ensure product features and benefits are clearly communicated to the sales team. Product Validation & Compliance : Coordinate third-party testing, protect intellectual property, and conduct time studies with Operations to confirm product feasibility and efficiency. Costing & Sourcing : Deliver accurate product costing and sourcing data to the commercialization team in advance of customer presentations. Leadership & Training : Manage and develop the Sample Coordinator, ensuring accurate documentation, timely sample preparation, and smooth coordination with Operations. Innovation & Continuous Improvement : Partner with creative and marketing teams to support customer-facing materials and proactively identify opportunities for product improvement. General Responsibilities : Perform additional related duties as assigned to support the success of product development initiatives. Sinomax is an equal opportunity employer. Position Requirements Minimum of five years of experience in a similar role. · Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field preferred. · Experience working with Operations in a manufacturing environment. · Project Management Skills: Expertise in planning, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management. · Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication for working with stakeholders, peers, supervisors, and subordinates. · Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, budget, and project scope to make informed decisions. · Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to build relationships, collaborate with others, and lead teams. · Experience conducting tracking and data analysis. · Experience in managing competing priorities in a high-level business environment. · Leadership ability.

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