Associate Product Developer - Ninja Needham, MA, United States

Ninjakitchen; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in innovative consumer products seeks a Product Developer to drive successful product programs from concept to market. You will oversee product specifications, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure that consumer insights are effectively integrated throughout the development process. This role requires a strong project manager with excellent communication skills and a passion for consumer advocacy.

Benefits

Competitive health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase options

Wellness programs

Product discounts

High impact learning programs

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in product development or a related field.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills required for effective collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead new product development from concept to mass production.
• Define product specifications based on consumer feedback and market trends.
• Manage product cost and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Consumer Advocacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Management, or Engineering

Job description

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,” partnering cross-functionally with almost every other team within the business to drive high consumer satisfaction and 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 consumer on every product we bring to market.

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

• Support the Ninja business with the development of successful and profitable programs for key products to ensure continued growth of the product portfolio – you will lead the new product development (creation and management) of assigned product(s) from brainstorm phase through mass production. You are responsible AND accountable for progressing, reporting on, and actioning your and your team’s deliverables, which includes driving product improvements and optimizations, conducting user research, and partnering with Engineers, Marketers, and more on rolling these product enhancements out to ensure a continued 5-star experience
• Define, develop, and iterate 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 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 Testing and Quality organizations to define, develop, and manage quality and performance testing procedures
• Partner with SharkNinja’s Brand and Strategic Sales teams to define product, channel and pricing strategies, manage proformas and understand market trends and needs to identify what products are working/not working; and recommend new product opportunities to fill those gaps
• Manage product cost structure, reporting, and cost rationalization exercises – and collaborate with supply chain, merchandising, and supply planning teams on product sourcing strategy recommendations
• Lead competitive product analyses, giving your business partners insight into how Ninja stacks up against the competition - and maintaining a clear lens on how we can constantly improve to make Ninja the consumer’s top choice every time
• 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
• 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
• Act as the product “expert” for cross-functional team member questions and concerns

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

• 1-2 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
• Ability to effectively “manage up” by communicating your top priorities and constantly seeking feedback on your work
• 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.

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 [e-mail]

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