Senior Product Design Lead — Drive Innovation & Team Excellence

CPI; Sedgefield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading product development organization in Sedgefield is seeking an experienced Product Design Manager. The successful candidate will lead a team of up to 8 specialists, overseeing complex projects and driving innovation. Ideal applicants will have a degree in a related field, substantial experience in product design, and strong leadership abilities. Benefits include flexible working, generous leave, and development opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 36 days holiday including bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance and accident insurance schemes

Flexible working

Learning and Development Opportunities

Free parking

Qualifications

• Significant industrial experience at a senior level.
• Experience managing teams delivering complex technical projects.
• Demonstrated experience in performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team.
• Manage project delivery and resource planning.
• Act as technical lead on complex projects.
• Translate market strategy into actionable plans.
• Build external stakeholder networks.
• Support bid development and customer engagement.
• Ensure compliance with SHE, GMP, and quality standards.

Skills

Technical expertise in product design

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Education

HNC / Foundation Degree in Scientific / Engineering discipline

Job description

A leading product development organization in Sedgefield is seeking an experienced Product Design Manager. The successful candidate will lead a team of up to 8 specialists, overseeing complex projects and driving innovation. Ideal applicants will have a degree in a related field, substantial experience in product design, and strong leadership abilities. Benefits include flexible working, generous leave, and development opportunities.