Director of Product Development
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Monroe • North Carolina • United States
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About the role
- Own and lead the North America Product Roadmap in alignment with global platform strategies.
- Drive PPI (Pre‑Product Innovation), NPI (New Product Innovation) initiatives.
- Champion a culture of innovation, customer‑centric design, and product excellence.
- Provide high‑level direction to engineering resources supporting new product development and sustaining activities.
- Ensure product development priorities align with business strategy, market needs, and financial objectives.
- Lead Technical Product Managers/Product Specialists across all product categories.
- Act as a key partner to Sales, Marketing, Key Accounts, and major customers to ensure product performance meets market needs.
- Ensure all products meet North American safety, certification, and legal compliance requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 10+ years of leadership experience in product development, engineering leadership, or technical management within electromechanical, building products, or automation sectors.
- Proven success leading cross‑functional teams and managing complex product portfolios.
- Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, certifications, codes, and safety standards.
- Experience working with global, multi‑site engineering or product organizations.
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and customer‑facing skills.
- Experience in automated door systems, industrial entrance solutions, or building access technologies preferred.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
- Remote working options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
product developmentproduct lifecycle managementfinancial managementengineering leadershiptechnical managementcross-functional team leadershipcertificationssafety standardsautomated door systemsbuilding access technologies
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationcustomer-facing skillsinnovationcustomer-centric designcollaborationstrategic alignmentdirection providingteam managementpartnership