Director of Product Development

Kelowna's Gospel Mission; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sporting goods company based in Canada is seeking a visionary Director of Product Development. In this senior leadership role, you will manage the entire product lifecycle, drive innovation, and lead a team to launch 60+ products annually. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in product management and strong leadership skills to align market needs with production capabilities. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement and accountability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product development and lifecycle management.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team performance.
• Ability to manage budgets and resource allocation effectively.

Responsibilities

• Own the entire product lifecycle from ideation to production.
• Lead the launch of 60+ products annually.
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Product lifecycle management

Innovation

Cross-functional collaboration

Team leadership

Job description

MDT Sporting Goods is seeking a visionary and results‑driven product leader to join their team as Director of Product Development.

The Director of Product Development is a senior leadership role responsible for owning the entire product lifecycle, from ideation through production handoff, while driving innovation and speed to market. Reporting to the President, this position will lead the launch of 60+ products annually, including 8+ flagship A‑level products, while streamlining development processes and eliminating bottlenecks. The Director will partner closely with Sales and Marketing to align on market needs and with Operations to ensure seamless production transitions, all while managing R&D budgets and resource allocation. Leading a team of five direct reports, this role will foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, building predictable launch timelines and delivering measurable reductions in cycle time. Success in this role includes accurate launch forecasting, strong cross‑functional collaboration and a high‑performing team that consistently delivers innovative, market‑leading products.

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