Director, Product Management (Physical Product - Fitness)

Fitt
Los Angeles, CA

Who this role is best for

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid Level

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What success looks like

  • successful product launches
  • cross-functional team leadership
Typical background
8+ years product development experiencefitness industry background

Skills & requirements

Required

Product DevelopmentCross-functional Team ManagementMarket ResearchProject Management MethodologiesFitness Industry Knowledge

Preferred

Agile MethodologiesWaterfall Methodologies

Stack & domain

Health And WellnessFitness

About the role

Original posting from Fitt via Ashby

Fitt Talent Partners is a specialized recruitment firm for top health and wellness companies.

We’re filling this role for a client - A global wellness company delivering best in class content and equipment to unlock total well-being.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Director, Product Management is responsible for overseeing the development and management of new and/ or enhanced fitness products and services within the company. This individual needs to be innovative, results-driven, and collaborative in order to create and drive the successful launch of our fitness products.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Develop and execute product development strategies that align with company goals, target audience, and market trends.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to create and launch new fitness products and services, from ideation to commercialization.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure the successful launch of new products and to create effective marketing campaigns.
  • Engage in market research to identify consumer needs, trends, and opportunities for new product development.
  • Work with the engineering and design teams to ensure that new products are technically feasible, meet quality standards, and are delivered on time.
  • Manage the product development budget and timelines, ensuring that projects are completed within budget and on schedule.
  • Monitor product performance and gather customer feedback to identify areas for improvement and inform future product development.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor products to identify new opportunities for innovation.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners, vendors, and suppliers to ensure the successful execution of product development projects.

WHO YOU ARE

  • At least 8 years of experience in product development, preferably in the fitness industry.
  • Proven track record of successfully launching and managing fitness products and services.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze market trends, consumer needs, and product performance data.
  • Familiarity with project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.
  • Passion for fitness and wellness, with a deep understanding of the industry and consumer trends.

Source: Fitt careers (Ashby)

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