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SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world .    

The Product Development organization within SharkNinja drives our global product roadmap from concept to shelf through the constant lens of the consumer. We are the “product CEOs” and partner cross-functionally with almost every other team within the company to drive high satisfaction for our end user and to drive business results. We are comprised of individuals from a variety of professional and educational backgrounds, from product marketing managers to consumer-focused engineers – but we all have one thing in common: we’re consistently striving to deliver a 5-star experience for every customer on every product we bring to market.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Shark business onsite in our Needham, MA headquarters with the development of successful and profitable programs for key products to ensure continued growth of the product portfolio – you will lead new product development (creation and management) of assigned product(s) from brainstorm phase through mass production, as well as partner with leadership to define the over-arching category direction to a team of product developers. You are responsible AND accountable for progressing, reporting on, and actioning your and your team’s deliverables.
• Lead, manage, and grow team members within the organization – providing guidance on their assigned projects, ensuring product success, supporting professional advancement within their role and within SharkNinja, and holding them accountable to their specific job responsibilities. You will be viewed as a manager who has proficiency navigating people, conflict, and resource management.
• Define and develop product specifications, marrying consumer wants/needs, white space in the market, and new/flagship product technologies as the primary consumer advocate.
• Develop user-relevant design targets for product performance and user experience – and act as the beacon of these targets to the cross-functional team of engineers, industrial designers, and commercial marketers.
• Partner with SharkNinja’s Insights & Intelligence team to develop consumer testing objectives, and implement this consumer-driven feedback into product specifications and design iterations throughout the project development cycle.
• Partner with SharkNinja’s testing and quality organizations to define, develop and manage quality and performance testing procedures.
• Manage product cost structure, reporting, and cost rationalization exercises – and collaborate with supply chain, merchandising, and supply planning teams on product sourcing strategy recommendations.
• Provide direction and oversight into the creation and execution of go-to-market collateral to support product launch, including instructional material and consumer-facing product specification information.
• Provide direction and oversight into the development of product troubleshooting and “FAQs” to support a 5-star consumer experience post-purchase.
• Act as the product and/or category “expert” for cross-functional team member questions and concerns.
• Be called upon to take leadership of larger cross-functional “breakthroughs” that increase executive visibility and accelerate career growth.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in product development, product marketing, marketing, human factors engineering, or a related field, preferably at a consumer goods company.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Marketing, Management, Engineering or a combination of the above
• Prior experience hiring, managing, leading, and goal setting with team members.
• A “100% on” consumer-first perspective when it comes to introducing new products/processes or improving current products.
• Ability to effectively “manage up” by communicating your top priorities and constantly seeking feedback on your and your team’s work.
• A mindset geared toward building relationships across multi-functional teams, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly-effective communication skills – both written (presentation/email) and in-person (ability to host succinct, effective conversations that solve problems and ability to make effective presentations to all levels of management, including SharkNinja’s executive leadership team)
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• A desire to learn and grow in a passionate environment.  The ability to embrace transparency and shifting priorities while learning from each decision and focusing on the path forward.

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.   Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more.  We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won’t just launch products— we’ll disrupt entire markets.    

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.  

Learn more about us:    
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary  

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

• For candidates based in all regions , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in China , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in Vietnam , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at 

About Us  

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world .    

Product Developers at SharkNinja assist in owning the entire New Product Development (NPD) process from concept to shelf for our Shark and Ninja Brands. Product Developers deliver sustainable, best in class product development thinking, governance, and process to enable the organization to execute the program portfolio flawlessly. Associate Program Managers work cross-functionally, providing exposure and visibility on a global scale acting in a general manager capacity. They lead via influence and are responsible for establishing and driving timelines and resources to develop, manufacture, and get products to market with a high degree of speed and efficiency ensuring a 5-star quality experience and high rate of sales.

A SharkNinja Product Developer thinks, acts and leads his/her programs like a global leader for every project or program they manage and owns the overall success of the program with a steady focus on Scope, Cost, and Schedule. They are seen as the glue that holds the team together by owning communication streams across all groups in order to ensure that risks are mitigated, and deliverables are completed on time. They operate with urgency, ensuring that scope creep, cost risks, and schedule slips are escalated to senior management in parallel to driving resolutions. 

Product Developers are individual contributors, leading the organization through our unique SharkNinja product development process. This role is best suited for a professional who thrives, and has demonstrated success in a dynamic, fast paced product development environment. 

Responsibilities:

• Drives and actively facilitate the interaction of cross-functional stakeholders to bring products to market, including managing risks, and schedule
• Collaborate with teams to ensure that the go to market strategy will provide high rate of sales
• Accountable to deliver all elements of the program, from product ideation to end-of-life
• Make use of KPI’s and data to help drive decision making across the cross-functional teams
• Identify program risks, develop mitigation/contingency and track progress
• Spot resource and knowledge gaps and take steps necessary to highlight/remedy
• Identify resource and knowledge gaps and take steps necessary to highlight/remedy
• Channel global information to local teams, act as conduit to support the business

Requirements & Attributes:

• Bachelor's Degree in technical/engineering or business management field highly desired
• 2+ years direct Product Development experience 
• Experience desired in some combination of new product development or program management (Consumer Goods Industry strongly preferred)
• Assertive, confident, capable
• Able to cultivate and lead a high performing team that delivers results
• Excellent written, verbal and communication skills. Experienced addressing C-Suite, Peer Functional Groups, Suppliers, and Customer audiences
• Cross-functional leadership skills
• Possess a strong bias to action and accountability
• Intermediate/working level skills with MS Project (or similar), Excel, PPT and Visio
• High energy, with a positive attitude
• Detail oriented
• Presentation skills – Must be proficient with PowerPoint and be comfortable developing and presenting to large groups including executive management either in person or over MS Teams.

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.   Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more.  We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won’t just launch products— we’ll disrupt entire markets.    

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.  

Learn more about us:    
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary  

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

• For candidates based in all regions , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in China , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in Vietnam , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at 

About Us  

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world .    

The Product Development organization within SharkNinja drives our global product roadmap from concept to shelf through the constant lens of the consumer. We are the “product CEOs” and partner cross-functionally with almost every other team within the company to drive high satisfaction for our end user and to drive business results. We are comprised of individuals from a variety of professional and educational backgrounds, from product marketing managers to consumer-focused engineers – but we all have one thing in common: we’re consistently striving to deliver a 5-star experience for every customer on every product we bring to market.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Ninja Indoor Heated business onsite in our Needham, MA headquarters with the development of successful and profitable programs for key products to ensure continued growth of the product portfolio – you will assist in leading new product development (creation and management) of assigned product(s) from brainstorm phase through mass production, as well as partner with leadership to define the over-arching category direction to a team of product developers. You are responsible AND accountable for progressing, reporting on, and actioning your and your team’s deliverables.
• Define, develop, and iterate product specifications, marrying consumer wants/needs, white space in the market, and product technologies as the primary consumer advocate.  

• Take ownership of your assigned categories’ sales performance – partnering with others in the company to identify what products are working/not working; and recommend new product opportunities to fill those gaps.  

• Lead competitive product analyses, giving your business partners insight into how Shark stacks up against the competition - and maintaining a clear lens on how we can constantly improve to make Shark the consumer’s top choice every time.  

•  Be the voice of our legacy product lines: share insights and learnings from consumers and the market with Product Developers focused on NPD to ensure critical features and feedback are incorporated into next generation products.  

• Partner with SharkNinja Testing and Quality organizations to define, develop, and manage quality and performance testing procedures.  

•  Act as the product “expert” for cross-functional team member questions and concerns.  
     
     
  ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:  

• 4-5+ years of experience in product development, product marketing, marketing, human factors engineering, or a related field – preferable at a consumer goods company.  

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Marketing, Management, Engineering, or a combination of the above.  

• A “100% on” consumer-first perspective when it comes to introducing new products/processes or improving current products.  

• A mindset geared toward building relationships across multi-functional teams, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills.   

• COMMUNICATING FOR IMPACT, one of SharkNinja’s SUCCESS DRIVERS, is immensely critical in this role. Highly-effective communication skills – both written (presentation/email) and face-to-face (ability to host succinct, effective conversations that solve problems and ability to make effective presentations to all levels of management) – are required .  

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.  

• A desire to learn and grow in a passionate environment.  
• The ability to embrace transparency and shifting priorities while learning from each decision and focusing on the path forward.  

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.   Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more.  We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won’t just launch products— we’ll disrupt entire markets.    

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.  

Learn more about us:    
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary  

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

• For candidates based in all regions , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in China , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in Vietnam , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at 

About Us  

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world .    

This role will support the Ninja Business with the development of successful and profitable programs for key products to ensure continued growth of the current portfolios as well as the establishment of new launches. This role is expected to be the market expert in Ninja product lines, the competitive landscape, retailer assortments and assist the New Product Development team in creating products that will meet the needs of the changing consumer and retailer requests. If you have a knack for innovation, and enjoy being a part of a winning team, come join us!  

 Here are some of the EXCITING things you’ll get to do:  

• Assist with product management activities for new product launches, product improvements, optimizations, and line extensions 

• Support product lines through the growth, active, and end of life stages by providing cross-functional support to resolve product, quality, manufacturing and customer challenges 

• Assist in the creation/management of merchandising, training, digital content support and execution at retail 

• Conduct market research to identify consumer needs and market gaps and analyze the competitive landscape 

• Track product performance, communicate key learnings and developments to appropriate work flows for action 

• Evaluate product optimization and improvement opportunities for cost and consumer impact 

• Work closely with cross-functional teammates to convey the strategic vision and goals for the product line 

• Maximize the value of product line and align with cross-functional teams to ensure successful positioning in the marketplace 

• Work with Product Managers for program launch and execution analysis while maintaining proper feedback to close open initiatives 

• Manage the creation and execution of product support material, such as, in-box collateral, FAQ’s, How to Videos and Troubleshooting scripts for online resources and the call center agents 

• Manage the product development of all domestic SKU extensions and work cross functionally to ensure production deadlines are successfully executed 

• Work cross functionally to establish value engineering and cost down initiatives  

 ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:  

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Business, Management, Communications, or Marketing Concentrations 

• 1+ years of experience in product development/marketing preferably at a consumer goods company 

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of SharePoint a plus 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven, high impact environment 

• Strong verbal, presentation, and written communication skills 

• Resourceful, well organized, highly dependable, efficient and detail oriented 

• Ability to be a team player as well as work independently

• Desired but not required: Bilingual (Japanese, Chinese, or Hindi)

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.   Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more.  We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won’t just launch products— we’ll disrupt entire markets.    

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.  

Learn more about us:    
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary  

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

• For candidates based in all regions , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in China , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in Vietnam , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at 

About Us  

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world .    

The Product Development organization within SharkNinja drives our global product roadmap from concept to shelf through the constant lens of the consumer. We are the “product CEOs” and partner cross-functionally with almost every other team within the company to drive high satisfaction for our end user and to drive business results. We are comprised of individuals from a variety of professional and educational backgrounds, from product marketing managers to consumer-focused engineers – but we all have one thing in common: we’re consistently striving to deliver a 5-star experience for every customer on every product we bring to market.

The Vice President of Product Development will drive a cross-functional team to deliver against consumer satisfaction, revenue, and profitability targets. The ideal candidate will be able to successfully deliver 5-star products to market while also collaborating on the business and go-to-market strategy with key partners across the organization. 

Responsibilities:

• Drive the SharkNinja business with the development of successful and profitable programs for a full product category to ensure continued growth of the product portfolio – you will lead new product development (creation and management) of assigned product category from brainstorm phase through mass production, as well as partner with the EVP to define the over-arching category roadmap direction to a team of product developers from entry through manager level. You are responsible AND accountable for progressing, reporting on, and actioning your and your team’s deliverables.
• Lead, manage, and grow team members (from Intern up to Manager level) within the organization – providing guidance on their assigned projects, ensuring product success, supporting professional advancement within their role and within SharkNinja, and holding them accountable to their specific job responsibilities. You will be viewed as an “expert” people manager who has proficiency navigating people, conflict, and resource management.
• Identify emerging trends and consumer preferences to drive the development of innovation that aligns with market needs.
• Steer the development of user-relevant design targets for product performance and user experience – and act as the beacon of these targets to the cross-functional team of engineers, industrial designers, and commercial marketers
• Partner with SharkNinja’s Consumer Insights team to develop consumer testing objectives, and implement this consumer-driven feedback into product specifications and design iterations throughout the project development cycle
• Partner with SharkNinja’s testing and quality organizations to define, develop and manage quality and performance testing procedures
• Manage product cost structure, reporting, and cost rationalization exercises – and collaborate with supply chain, merchandising, and supply planning teams on product sourcing strategy recommendations
• Provide direction and oversight into the creation and execution of go-to-market collateral to support product launch, including instructional material and consumer-facing product specification information
• Provide direction and oversight into the development of product troubleshooting and “FAQs” to support a 5-star consumer experience post-purchase
• Act as the product and/or category “expert” for cross-functional team member questions and concerns
• Take leadership of larger cross-functional “breakthroughs” that increase executive visibility and accelerate career growth.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in product development, product marketing, marketing, human factors engineering, or a related field, preferably at a consumer goods company. 5+ years of experience leading product development in consumer products
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Marketing, Management, Engineering or a combination of the above
• Prior experience hiring, managing, leading, and goal-setting with team members who have varying levels of professional experience
• A “100% on” consumer-first perspective when it comes to introducing new products/processes or improving current products
• Ability to effectively “manage up” by communicating your top priorities and constantly seeking feedback on your and your team’s work product
• A mindset geared toward building relationships across multi-functional teams, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills
• Highly-effective communication skills – both written (presentation/email) and in-person (ability to host succinct, effective conversations that solve problems and ability to make effective presentations to all levels of management, including SharkNinja’s executive leadership team)
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• A desire to learn and grow in a passionate environment
• The ability to embrace transparency and shifting priorities while learning from each decision and focusing on the path forward

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.   Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more.  We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won’t just launch products— we’ll disrupt entire markets.    

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.  

Learn more about us:    
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary  

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

• For candidates based in all regions , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in China , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in Vietnam , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at 

About Us  

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world .    

Overview

The Chief Roadmap and Innovation Officer will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of our global product and innovation roadmap — unifying near-term priorities with long-term disruptive thinking. This leader will anticipate market trends, and bring to life innovations that define the future of consumer experience and product technology.

In this role, you will oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle, while fostering a culture of innovation, efficiency, fast and agile excellence. This role leads a global team ensuring consumer-centric, 5-star product development to include developing a product roadmap, building unstoppable teams, and being a thought leader. 

Here are some of the exciting things you'll be doing:

Lead Agile Product Development:

· Maximize revenue and gross margin for each subcategory to deliver at least 20% growth YoY.

· Delivers at least one new product in a new category every year that results in at least $50M in revenue in Year 1.

· Ensures the Product Roadmap delivers viral product performance AND viral product aesthetic by driving ID and CMF excitement from mass production through EOL.

· Oversee a global team with a “fail fast” approach, emphasizing rapid testing, and iteration as well as an insatiable impatience for action.

· Foster a culture of continuous improvement and agility to enhance product offerings.

· Ensure the right processes and practices are in place to support the agile approach.

· Inspire and Empower Teams by leading and managing a global team, coaching and developing them to deliver successful client solutions.

· Cultivate an environment of innovation, autonomy, and high performance.

Operational Excellence:

· Lead the optimization of end-to-end product development processes, from concept ideation through commercialization.

· Continuously assess and refine product development workflows, methodologies, and tools to drive efficiency and reduce time-to-market.

· Implement robust project management practices to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of products.

· Oversee the integration of new technologies and best practices in product development to maintain competitive advantage.

· The candidate will be capable to Identify and understand risk and opportunities for improvement through multiple workstreams.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

· Provide support to the Engineering teams for the design, development and manufacture for products.

· Foster strong relationships with key departments including R&D, design, marketing, operations, supply chain, and quality control to ensure product development is aligned with customer needs, quality standards, and manufacturing capabilities.

· Act as a bridge between the product development team and other departments, ensuring clear communication and alignment on goals, deliverables, and timelines.

Innovation & Market Insight:

· Stay abreast of market trends, emerging technologies, and consumer behavior to drive product innovation and maintain the company's competitive edge.

· Identify and analyze consumer needs and market opportunities, ensuring the product portfolio aligns with evolving customer preferences.

· Build strategic partnerships with vendors, technology providers, and innovation hubs to stay ahead in the industry.

Financial & Resource Management:

· Ensure that the most cost-effective way is sought to achieve the relevant primary functions whilst ensuring quality / reliability

· Manage the product development budget, ensuring cost efficiency and high ROI.

· Optimize the product development processes, supply chain, and resource allocation for maximum efficiency.

· Drive P&L ownership of the product portfolio, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth.

· Manage talent development, and hiring to ensure the team has the required skills and capacity to execute the product strategy.

Risk Management & Compliance:

· Identify and mitigate risks associated with the product development process, including supply chain disruptions, manufacturing delays, and regulatory challenges.

· Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines throughout the product lifecycle.

Performance Tracking & Reporting:

· Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for product development operations, tracking progress against goals and providing regular updates to executive leadership.

· Leverage data analytics to identify areas for process improvement and decision-making.

Qualifications / Requirements

The successful candidate will have proven manufacturing / quality leadership experience and the ability to deliver results in larger matrix organizations.

· 15+ years of experience in product development within the consumer products industry (e.g., CPG, electronics, home goods, beauty, apparel, etc.).

· Proven track record of leading product innovation and successful launches at a large-scale company or high-growth brand.

· Strong background in R&D, design thinking, and market-driven product strategies.

· Experience managing large teams and complex product portfolios.

· Deep knowledge of consumer insights, supply chain, regulatory standards, and sustainability trends.

· Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, Business, or related field (MBA preferred). 

Additional Requirements

· Fanatical drive for edge: The ability to remain vigilant, with a productive paranoia around where things might be off track but to be equally driven to get to a differentiated enough insight to create a competitive advantage.

· Genuine belief & commitment: Deeply bought into the OE approach to creating value. They don’t fight the system or try to bring just a “best practice” approach from somewhere else.

· Deep-seated confidence: Enormous confidence in your own ability to solve any problem that is put in front of you. These problems are not solved through creative genius or a brilliant insight, but by breaking them down into pieces, trying something, learning, and pivoting.

· Insatiable impatience for action: Ability to recognize that if they aren’t working on a problem, they are falling behind someone who is. Personally own the outcomes and take daily action, and learn from i

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.   Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more.  We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won’t just launch products— we’ll disrupt entire markets.    

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.  

Learn more about us:    
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary  

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

• For candidates based in all regions , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in China , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in Vietnam , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at 

About Us  

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world .    

Overview

The Chief Roadmap and Innovation Officer will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of our global product and innovation roadmap — unifying near-term priorities with long-term disruptive thinking. This leader will anticipate market trends, and bring to life innovations that define the future of consumer experience and product technology.

In this role, you will oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle, while fostering a culture of innovation, efficiency, fast and agile excellence. This role leads a global team ensuring consumer-centric, 5-star product development to include developing a product roadmap, building unstoppable teams, and being a thought leader. 

Here are some of the exciting things you'll be doing:

Lead Agile Product Development:

· Maximize revenue and gross margin for each subcategory to deliver at least 20% growth YoY.

· Delivers at least one new product in a new category every year that results in at least $50M in revenue in Year 1.

· Ensures the Product Roadmap delivers viral product performance AND viral product aesthetic by driving ID and CMF excitement from mass production through EOL.

· Oversee a global team with a “fail fast” approach, emphasizing rapid testing, and iteration as well as an insatiable impatience for action.

· Foster a culture of continuous improvement and agility to enhance product offerings.

· Ensure the right processes and practices are in place to support the agile approach.

· Inspire and Empower Teams by leading and managing a global team, coaching and developing them to deliver successful client solutions.

· Cultivate an environment of innovation, autonomy, and high performance.

Operational Excellence:

· Lead the optimization of end-to-end product development processes, from concept ideation through commercialization.

· Continuously assess and refine product development workflows, methodologies, and tools to drive efficiency and reduce time-to-market.

· Implement robust project management practices to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of products.

· Oversee the integration of new technologies and best practices in product development to maintain competitive advantage.

· The candidate will be capable to Identify and understand risk and opportunities for improvement through multiple workstreams.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

· Provide support to the Engineering teams for the design, development and manufacture for products.

· Foster strong relationships with key departments including R&D, design, marketing, operations, supply chain, and quality control to ensure product development is aligned with customer needs, quality standards, and manufacturing capabilities.

· Act as a bridge between the product development team and other departments, ensuring clear communication and alignment on goals, deliverables, and timelines.

Innovation & Market Insight:

· Stay abreast of market trends, emerging technologies, and consumer behavior to drive product innovation and maintain the company's competitive edge.

· Identify and analyze consumer needs and market opportunities, ensuring the product portfolio aligns with evolving customer preferences.

· Build strategic partnerships with vendors, technology providers, and innovation hubs to stay ahead in the industry.

Financial & Resource Management:

· Ensure that the most cost-effective way is sought to achieve the relevant primary functions whilst ensuring quality / reliability

· Manage the product development budget, ensuring cost efficiency and high ROI.

· Optimize the product development processes, supply chain, and resource allocation for maximum efficiency.

· Drive P&L ownership of the product portfolio, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth.

· Manage talent development, and hiring to ensure the team has the required skills and capacity to execute the product strategy.

Risk Management & Compliance:

· Identify and mitigate risks associated with the product development process, including supply chain disruptions, manufacturing delays, and regulatory challenges.

· Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines throughout the product lifecycle.

Performance Tracking & Reporting:

· Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for product development operations, tracking progress against goals and providing regular updates to executive leadership.

· Leverage data analytics to identify areas for process improvement and decision-making.

Qualifications / Requirements

The successful candidate will have proven manufacturing / quality leadership experience and the ability to deliver results in larger matrix organizations.

· 15+ years of experience in product development within the consumer products industry (e.g., CPG, electronics, home goods, beauty, apparel, etc.).

· Proven track record of leading product innovation and successful launches at a large-scale company or high-growth brand.

· Strong background in R&D, design thinking, and market-driven product strategies.

· Experience managing large teams and complex product portfolios.

· Deep knowledge of consumer insights, supply chain, regulatory standards, and sustainability trends.

· Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, Business, or related field (MBA preferred). 

Additional Requirements

· Fanatical drive for edge: The ability to remain vigilant, with a productive paranoia around where things might be off track but to be equally driven to get to a differentiated enough insight to create a competitive advantage.

· Genuine belief & commitment: Deeply bought into the OE approach to creating value. They don’t fight the system or try to bring just a “best practice” approach from somewhere else.

· Deep-seated confidence: Enormous confidence in your own ability to solve any problem that is put in front of you. These problems are not solved through creative genius or a brilliant insight, but by breaking them down into pieces, trying something, learning, and pivoting.

· Insatiable impatience for action: Ability to recognize that if they aren’t working on a problem, they are falling behind someone who is. Personally own the outcomes and take daily action, and learn from i

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.   Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more.  We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. To gether, we won’t just launch products— we’ll disrupt entire markets.    

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.  

Learn more about us:    
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary  

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

• For candidates based in all regions , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in China , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

• For candidates based in Vietnam , please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice .

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at 

Job title: Innovation Project Lead, Clinical Data AI Processing

Location: Cambridge, MA , Morristown, NJ

About the job

Are you ready to shape the future of medicine? The race is on to speed up drug discovery and development to find answers for patients and their families. Your skills could be critical in helping our teams accelerate progress.

At Sanofi, we don't just develop treatments—we chase the miracles of science to transform lives. We're accelerating our modernization journey through our Take the Lead strategy , becoming more focused, integrated, agile, and efficient. The emerging wave of AI and Generative AI technologies presents unprecedented opportunities to revolutionize clinical development.

As the  Innovation Project Lead in Clinical Data AI Processing , you'll pioneer at the cutting edge of artificial intelligence and clinical data processing and analytics.  You'll drive transformative initiatives that enable real-time clinical data access, implement   AI/ML processing, and lead digital transformation within Sanofi's R&D organization.

Your work will directly impact how quickly we can bring life-changing treatments to patients by:

• Creating AI-enabled solutions that transform clinical data into actionable insights

• Building processes that dramatically accelerate our clinical development timeline

• Enabling interactive, real-time access to critical clinical data and analyses

Key Responsibilities

• Lead AI Innovation:  Drive the development of cutting-edge AI/ML solutions for clinical data processing and analysis

• Shape the Future:  Gather business requirements and develop strategic process & project roadmaps

• Design End-to-End Solutions:  Collaborate with Digital teams to create real-time data flows, AI solutions, automations, and data models

• Ensure Excellence:  Manage project lifecycles with precision, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives

• Maintain Compliance:  Ensure all AI solutions adhere to GCP, regulatory requirements, and ethical/legal standards including data privacy

• Drive Adoption:  Lead cross-functional teams in change management and provide training to ensure smooth implementation

• Continuous Improvement:  Monitor solution performance and implement ongoing enhancements

Your Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Biostatistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or related scientific field

• 5+ years' minimum experience in clinical data management, statistical analyses, or healthcare technology

• 2+ years minimum experience in clinical development processes showing a strong understanding in clinical trial data processing and analysis.

• Exceptional project management, communication, and problem-solving abilities

• Experience with agile methodologies, business process management, and digital transformation

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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#LI-SA

#LI-Onsite

#vhd

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

Job title: Innovation Project Lead, Clinical Data AI Processing

Location: Cambridge, MA , Morristown, NJ

About the job

Are you ready to shape the future of medicine? The race is on to speed up drug discovery and development to find answers for patients and their families. Your skills could be critical in helping our teams accelerate progress.

At Sanofi, we don't just develop treatments—we chase the miracles of science to transform lives. We're accelerating our modernization journey through our Take the Lead strategy , becoming more focused, integrated, agile, and efficient. The emerging wave of AI and Generative AI technologies presents unprecedented opportunities to revolutionize clinical development.

As the  Innovation Project Lead in Clinical Data AI Processing , you'll pioneer at the cutting edge of artificial intelligence and clinical data processing and analytics.  You'll drive transformative initiatives that enable real-time clinical data access, implement   AI/ML processing, and lead digital transformation within Sanofi's R&D organization.

Your work will directly impact how quickly we can bring life-changing treatments to patients by:

• Creating AI-enabled solutions that transform clinical data into actionable insights

• Building processes that dramatically accelerate our clinical development timeline

• Enabling interactive, real-time access to critical clinical data and analyses

Key Responsibilities

• Lead AI Innovation:  Drive the development of cutting-edge AI/ML solutions for clinical data processing and analysis

• Shape the Future:  Gather business requirements and develop strategic process & project roadmaps

• Design End-to-End Solutions:  Collaborate with Digital teams to create real-time data flows, AI solutions, automations, and data models

• Ensure Excellence:  Manage project lifecycles with precision, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives

• Maintain Compliance:  Ensure all AI solutions adhere to GCP, regulatory requirements, and ethical/legal standards including data privacy

• Drive Adoption:  Lead cross-functional teams in change management and provide training to ensure smooth implementation

• Continuous Improvement:  Monitor solution performance and implement ongoing enhancements

Your Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Biostatistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or related scientific field

• 5+ years' minimum experience in clinical data management, statistical analyses, or healthcare technology

• 2+ years minimum experience in clinical development processes showing a strong understanding in clinical trial data processing and analysis.

• Exceptional project management, communication, and problem-solving abilities

• Experience with agile methodologies, business process management, and digital transformation

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

#GD-SA  
#LI-SA

#LI-Onsite

#vhd

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.