Head of Product Research, Testing & Quality

Recreational Equipment, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,300 - 228,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee discount

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Accrued time off

Job summary

Recreational Equipment, Inc. is seeking a Director of Product Research, Testing and Quality in Seattle, WA. You'll lead the strategy for testing and validating Co-op Brands products, ensuring safety and quality through innovative methods and partnerships.

The role requires over 12 years in product research and testing alongside team leadership experience. REI is committed to inclusivity and offers benefits like health coverage and an employee discount.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in product creation, including research, testing, and quality.
• 8+ years leading teams in technical or product-focused roles.
• Strong knowledge of product testing, safety standards, and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Set strategy for product research, testing, quality, and compliance.
• Manage lab and prototyping operations, including budgets.
• Develop and enforce seasonal plans for research methodologies.

Skills

Product testing knowledge

Data-driven decision making

Team leadership

Job description

Recreational Equipment, Inc. is seeking a Director of Product Research, Testing and Quality in Seattle, WA. You'll lead the strategy for testing and validating Co-op Brands products, ensuring safety and quality through innovative methods and partnerships.

The role requires over 12 years in product research and testing alongside team leadership experience. REI is committed to inclusivity and offers benefits like health coverage and an employee discount.