Senior Manager, Product Development (12 Month FTC)UK - London, Battersea Power StationOverviewThe Product Development organization at SharkNinja drives our global product roadmap from concept to shelf through an unwavering focus on the consumer. We are the “product CEOs,” partnering cross-functionally with nearly every team across the company to deliver exceptional consumer satisfaction and strong business performance.Our team brings together diverse backgrounds from product marketing managers to consumer focused engineers united by one common goal: delivering a 5 star experience for every customer, on every product, in every market.The Senior Manager, Product Development holds global category ownership and leads a team responsible for defining, developing, and launching new products worldwide from proof of concept through retail launch and beyond. This leader relentlessly drives continuous innovation and delivers 5 star consumer experiences across the global business. You believe anything is possible and are willing to do whatever it takes to win.You will work in close partnership with Engineering, Quality, Marketing, Industrial Design, Consumer Insights, Customer Excellence, and regional European teams to ensure flawless development and execution. Your leadership will drive on time launches from early prototypes through tooling release, production, and retail in store and online. SharkNinja operates at exceptional speed, and your ability to inspire cross functional teams while maintaining rigor and urgency is critical. Your passion will show in both the consumer experience and the product rate of sale.As a Senior Manager, Product Management, you collaborate daily with global teams and senior leadership to align on priorities, goals, and responsibilities across offices. You lead not only through management, but through hands on ownership, setting the standard for excellence in both thinking and execution.What You'll DoSupport the Shark business and the Director or VP of Product Development in building successful, profitable programs that drive portfolio growth. Lead new product development from ideation through mass production, partnering with senior leadership to define the category strategy and roadmap.Be responsible and accountable for advancing, reporting, and delivering on your team’s commitments.Leadership and Team Development: lead, manage, and develop team members from Intern through Manager level; provide clear guidance on projects; support professional growth; navigate people management, conflict resolution, and resource allocation; build, retain, and elevate an A player team; identify talent gaps and communicate proactively; provide mentorship and training.Product and Category Ownership: define product vision, consumer-relevant design targets, and performance KPIs; develop messaging claims; establish channel strategy; track financial performance including cost, gross margin, and P&L; identify supply chain and quality risks and drive cross-functional mitigation; advocate for global launch excellence with PMO.Consumer and Market Leadership: represent the voice of the consumer; analyze feedback to ensure 5-star satisfaction at mass production; maintain commitment to high quality experiences; translate product superiority into marketing narratives; align with regional sales and brand marketing.Execution and Cross-Functional Influence: lead hands-on validation across regions; ensure early compliance considerations; drive swift, well-informed decisions; communicate opportunities and challenges at the executive level; manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment; foster innovative problem solving; lead cross-functional engagement sessions; own breakthrough initiatives that accelerate impact.What You'll Bring7 plus years of product development experience within a global marketBachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline; Master’s or advanced degree preferredProven success leading consumer-centered innovation programsExperience hiring, developing, and managing high-performing teamsA deeply rooted, consumer-first mindsetStrong ability to manage up through proactive communication and feedback seekingExceptional cross-functional relationship building skillsIntuition for consumer needs and marketplace dynamicsIntellectual humility and openness to multiple solution pathsOwnership, resilience, and continuous challenge mindsetAbility to lead in a fast-paced, dynamic, high-expectation environmentStrong written and verbal communication skills including executive-level presentationsStrong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data and metrics to build business casesCollaboration with Industrial Design, User Experience, Electronics, Quality, and Manufacturing teamsWillingness and ability to travelOur Culture & What We OfferAt SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.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. When you join, you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, with opportunity for career acceleration. For accommodations, contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr