Director of Product Development – Physical Products
Emma – The Sleep Company
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Frankfurt • Germany
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About the role
- Lead, grow, and develop a team of approximately 15 people - fantastic product developers, engineers, project managers and designers to develop the best sleep products in the industry.
- Directly report to the Co-founder and Chief Product Officer Manuel Müller and together have a strategic view on product development process to maximize efficiency, minimize costs and improve the value of Emma products.
- Manage the collaboration with international suppliers by developing the best products with the highest quality in the shortest time frames.
- Work on launching of new products throughout different markets and countries.
- Generate insights by developing a close and deep understanding of the industry, production lines, materials, and suppliers.
- Think outside of the box, finding ideas to elevate the product portfolio of Emma and improve people’s sleep.
Requirements
- More than 10 years of experience in product development or engineering of physical products. Preferably some experience within a start/scale-up environment.
- Successfully completed studies in a relevant course with strong achievements (product development, project management, engineering).
- Experience in leading multi-functional high-performing teams.
- Fascinated by sleep, foams, springs, and fast scalable business models.
- Fluent in English.
Benefits
- A combination of personal and company growth to accelerate your career and help you reach your goals.
- The chance to work on exciting and challenging projects either independently or as part of a dedicated, international team.
- Responsibility and decision-making authority from day one—you'll create an impact with new, innovative ideas and help shape our company DNA.
- To work and learn from experts in diverse fields and get to know your team members at exciting company events.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
product developmentengineeringproject managementmaterials knowledgeproduction line managementquality assurancecost managementmarket analysisproduct launchsupply chain management
Soft Skills
leadershipteam developmentstrategic thinkingcollaborationproblem-solvingcreativitycommunicationinsight generationadaptabilityinterpersonal skills