The Associate Product Developer assists the European PD team in developing profitable programs, conducting market research, and managing product support materials while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
About Us
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" and partner cross-functionally with almost every other team within the company to drive high satisfaction for our end user and to drive 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 customer on every product we bring to market.
About The Role:
The Associate Product Developer will support the European PD team with the development of successful and profitable programs for key products to ensure continued growth of the current portfolios as well as the establishment of new launches. This role is expected to be the market expert in their product lines, research and understand the competitive landscape, retailer assortments and assist the Product Development team in creating products that will meet the needs of the changing consumer and retailer requests.
Here are some of the exciting things you'll be doing:
Here are some of the things you'll bring:
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. Together, 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.
Learn more about us:
Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary
SharkNinja's Candidate Privacy Notice can be found here: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/
For candidates based in China, please visit: https://sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/china/
For candidates based in Vietnam, please visit: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/vietnam/
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 at [email protected]
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" and partner cross-functionally with almost every other team within the company to drive high satisfaction for our end user and to drive 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 customer on every product we bring to market.
About The Role:
The Associate Product Developer will support the European PD team with the development of successful and profitable programs for key products to ensure continued growth of the current portfolios as well as the establishment of new launches. This role is expected to be the market expert in their product lines, research and understand the competitive landscape, retailer assortments and assist the Product Development team in creating products that will meet the needs of the changing consumer and retailer requests.
Here are some of the exciting things you'll be doing:
- Support the European business with the development of successful and profitable programs for new products to ensure continued growth of the product portfolio
- Assist in bringing new products to launch within the UK and mainland Europe.
- Conduct market research to identify consumer needs and market gaps and analyze the competitive landscape
- Work closely with cross-functional teammates to convey the strategic vision and goals for the product line
- Regularly share product feedback with global teams to ensure real-time inputs are provided at every stage of product development from P-builds to MP.
- Develop and execute validation plan at each build for all touchpoints, collateral, and Out of Box Experience enabling qualitative and quantitative feedback from the European markets
- Manage the creation and execution of product support material, such as, in-box collateral, FAQ's, How-To Videos and Troubleshooting scripts for online resources and the Customer Excellence team
- Input the product development inputs for PARF, PIS, Salsify and maintain data integrity throughout the product development cycle
- Work cross functionally to help team meet cost targets
- Efficiently document program details, and keep organized system for smooth transition 90 days post MP to COE team
Here are some of the things you'll bring:
- 1+ years of experience in product development/marketing preferably at a consumer goods company
- Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Management, Communications or Marketing Concentrations
- Interest and ability to work, learn, and grow in a fast-paced, deadline driven, high impact environment
- A mindset geared toward building relationships across multi-functional teams, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to learn in a fast-paced envrionment
- A "100% on" consumer-first perspective when it comes to introducing new products and deep desire to put consumer first in every product decision
- The ability to embrace transparency and shifting priorities while learning from each decision and focusing on the path forward
- Ability to see failure as an opportunity to iterate, learn, and willingness to fail fast and often.
- Strong verbal, presentation, and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Resourceful, well organized, highly dependable, efficient and detail oriented
- Ability to be a team player as well as work independently
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. Together, 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.
Learn more about us:
Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary
SharkNinja's Candidate Privacy Notice can be found here: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/
For candidates based in China, please visit: https://sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/china/
For candidates based in Vietnam, please visit: https://www.sharkninja.com/candidate-privacy-notice/vietnam/
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 at [email protected]
Top Skills
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Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Word
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