Head of Product Development & Production

24 Seven Talent; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

24 Seven Talent seeks a Director of Product Development & Production to lead end-to-end product creation from concept to launch in a fast-paced consumer goods environment. You will set product strategy, oversee cross-functional teams across design, engineering, sourcing, and production, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining quality standards.

This office-based role requires strong leadership and a proven track record in PLM and production management, with occasional travel to suppliers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Engineering, Business or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of product development and production management experience with leadership responsibility.
• Proven experience bringing products from concept to market.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, quality assurance, supply chain operations, and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute product development and production strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams across product, design, engineering, sourcing, and production.
• Oversee the full product lifecycle, from concept development and planning through production and launch.
• Partner with internal teams and external suppliers to support timelines, quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
• Establish and maintain efficient production processes, quality-control practices, and performance standards.
• Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitive activity to inform product strategy and innovation.
• Communicate product progress, risks, and recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Build productive relationships with vendors, manufacturing partners, and other external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Product development

Production management

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Engineering, Business

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

PLM

Project-management tools

Job description

24 Seven Talent seeks a Director of Product Development & Production to lead end-to-end product creation from concept to launch in a fast-paced consumer goods environment. You will set product strategy, oversee cross-functional teams across design, engineering, sourcing, and production, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining quality standards.

This office-based role requires strong leadership and a proven track record in PLM and production management, with occasional travel to suppliers