Senior Director of Product Development

Nomadix; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in outdoor gear is looking for a Senior Director of Product Development. This key role involves managing the entire product development cycle, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating closely with design and operations teams. The position is based in San Clemente, CA, and aims to drive innovation as the company expands its product range.

Benefits

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in product development for outdoor gear or soft goods.
• Experience managing international suppliers and product sourcing.
• Strong communicator with collaboration skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the seasonal product development calendar.
• Oversee all phases of development including sampling and QA.
• Build factory relationships for quality and cost management.

Skills

Product Development

Sourcing

Technical Design

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

PLM Systems

Job description

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At Nomadix, we make the Only Towel You Need—along with a growing line of sustainably made gear designed for travelers, surfers, yogis, and adventurers. From towels to blankets, ponchos, bags, and accessories, our mission is to inspire people to Own Less. Do More.

As we expand into new product categories, we're seeking an experienced product leader who thrives in a hands-on, collaborative environment and can build the structure needed to scale our development operations.

The Role

We’re hiring a Senior Director of Product Development to lead and evolve our entire physical product development ecosystem. This role is based at our San Clemente HQ, where you’ll work closely with our founders, design team, and operations team in real time.

You will oversee product timelines, factory coordination, material sourcing, and product quality across a growing range of categories—from towels to technical bags and outdoor accessories. This is a high-impact leadership role at the core of our brand’s innovation engine.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the seasonal product development calendar and long-range roadmap
• Partner with the CPO and design team to prioritize concepts based on commercial and operational goals
• Drive margin targets and assess development feasibility

Product Development Execution

• Oversee all phases of development: sampling, materials, tech packs, prototyping, QA
• Standardize product specs and BOMs; implement PLM or equivalent tools
• Manage sample timelines, testing protocols, and pre-production validation
• Source and vet global suppliers for fabrics, trims, and hardware
• Build factory relationships that balance quality, agility, cost, and sustainability
• Lead cost engineering without compromising design intent

Cross-Functional Integration

• Act as the bridge between design, creative, logistics, sales, and sustainability
• Organize and lead product review and approval meetings
• Manage product feedback loops from customers, reps, and internal stakeholders

Team & Process Leadership

• Hire and manage product developers and freelancers, as needed
• Build scalable systems and documentation to support future category growth

Requirements

• Must be based in, or willing to relocate to, the San Clemente, CA area
• 10+ years of experience in product development, sourcing, or technical design for outdoor gear, soft goods, or accessories
• Deep knowledge of trims, textiles, hardware, and construction techniques
• Proven experience managing international suppliers and ensuring timely product delivery
• Proficient in BOMs, tech packs, and PLM systems
• Strong communicator with a history of cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment

Extra Awesome If

• You have a love for the outdoors and travel
• Familiarity with sustainability certifications and responsible manufacturing practices
• Health coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management and Marketing

• Industries

  Sporting Goods Manufacturing

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