Critical Project Services
Director, Product Development - Refrigeration
Critical Project Services, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
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We are seeking a strategic, innovative, and results-driven Director of Product Development to lead the vision, roadmap, and execution of our product development initiatives. This senior-level leader will oversee cross-functional teams to bring world-class products to market, aligning development efforts with company goals and customer needs. The ideal candidate is both a visionary and a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Define and drive the overall product development strategy in alignment with business objectives.
Lead, mentor, and grow a high‑performing product development team, including product managers, designers, and engineers (depending on org structure).
Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement across the product lifecycle.
Oversee the end-to-end product development process from ideation to launch and post-launch optimization.
Manage product portfolios, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
Implement best practices for agile product development, ensuring high quality and speed to market.
Collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success teams to ensure alignment and success.
Present product strategies and updates to executive leadership and key stakeholders.
Maintain open communication channels across teams and promote a culture of transparency and accountability.
Drive user‑centric product development based on market research, user feedback, competitive analysis, and business data.
Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and market shifts to inform strategy.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
8+ years of experience in product development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling products in a relevant industry.
Strong understanding of agile methodologies, product lifecycle management, and go-to-market strategies.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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We are seeking a strategic, innovative, and results-driven Director of Product Development to lead the vision, roadmap, and execution of our product development initiatives. This senior-level leader will oversee cross-functional teams to bring world-class products to market, aligning development efforts with company goals and customer needs. The ideal candidate is both a visionary and a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Define and drive the overall product development strategy in alignment with business objectives.
Lead, mentor, and grow a high‑performing product development team, including product managers, designers, and engineers (depending on org structure).
Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement across the product lifecycle.
Oversee the end-to-end product development process from ideation to launch and post-launch optimization.
Manage product portfolios, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
Implement best practices for agile product development, ensuring high quality and speed to market.
Collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success teams to ensure alignment and success.
Present product strategies and updates to executive leadership and key stakeholders.
Maintain open communication channels across teams and promote a culture of transparency and accountability.
Drive user‑centric product development based on market research, user feedback, competitive analysis, and business data.
Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and market shifts to inform strategy.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
8+ years of experience in product development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling products in a relevant industry.
Strong understanding of agile methodologies, product lifecycle management, and go-to-market strategies.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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