Product Development Manager

Headquartered in North York, ON, with employees in Canada, the US, China and India, NewAge is an industry- leading manufacturer and distributor of premium home improvement solutions. Our products are sold through major online retailers such as Lowes, The Home Depot, Costco, Amazon, and Wayfair as well as our own e-commerce site. But what makes us unique is that we provide a truly cohesive customer experience, from free expert assistance designing and planning new spaces to delivery and professional installation. Our collaborative, inclusive team atmosphere nurtures personal growth, career advancement and job satisfaction, as evidenced by our certification as a Great Place to Work in Canada. With tremendous pride, we continue to receive a growing number of industry accolades including over 75 unique product patents, awards for our team of expert designers, prominent ranking on the Profit 500 list of Canada’s fastest growing companies, and the naming of our founders to the Top 40 under 40 in Canada by BNN Bloomberg. We are also proud to be the official jersey emblem partner of the New Orleans Pelicans and have forged strategic partnerships with USA Hockey and Habitat for Humanity. These partnerships reflect our passion for teamwork, excellence, and community involvement. As our journey to becoming the preferred choice for premium home improvement solutions continues, we’re adding ambitious, driven, passionate members to our team who are inspired to be their best and ready to make a difference. We are seeking a commercially-driven and hands-on Product Development Manager to spearhead the end-to-end lifecycle of our next generation of products. In this pivotal role, you will own the entire development journey from translating market insights into innovative concepts and overseeing design development to managing supplier collaborations and driving successful product launches. You'll work at the intersection of design, engineering, sourcing, sales, marketing and business strategy. We are looking for a high-energy professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses the discipline to maintain quality standards while meeting aggressive timelines. This position will report to the Senior Director, Design & Engineering. RESPONSIBILITIES: Market & Strategy Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer collaboration to understand industry trends, market structures and market gaps Identify market white space and present compelling new product ideas to leadership Design & Development Model refined product concepts using 3D CAD and rendering tools Lead product design and development from concept through production — owning every milestone Facilitate new product development meetings and cross-functional team sessions Engineering & Compliance Collaborate with Regulatory and Testing Team to develop test plans and product certifications Work closely with Design Engineers for detailed design and development of product specifications and documentation for manufacturing Supplier & Sourcing Partner with Sourcing Team to identify and qualify new manufacturers Lead NPD initiatives with factory partners, setting clear direction and holding timelines Coordinate sample production and manage iterative development cycles with suppliers Packaging & Commercialization Collaborate with packaging engineers to optimize packaging performance and reduce cost Partner with technical illustrators to develop product packaging and installation manuals Equip the Sales team with product knowledge, tools, and collateral for new product launches Project & Financial Management Develop and own project timelines; keep cross-functional stakeholders aligned and accountable Manage product-level profitability — cost targets are your responsibility, not a finance exercise AI & Productivity Tools Leverage AI tools (e.g. Claude, ChatGPT) to accelerate market research, competitive analysis, and documentation Use AI-assisted rendering and ideation tools to speed up concept development and design iteration Contribute to building AI-integrated workflows across the product development team TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Available for international travel 3–4 times per year, trips of 1–2 weeks each (primarily Asia) QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred 7+ years of product development experience in consumer goods or related industry Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Onshape) and rendering tools Demonstrated track record of launching successful products from concept to production Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, factory relationships, and cost modeling Experience collaborating with overseas manufacturers Comfortable with regulatory and testing standards for consumer products Exceptional project management skills — you keep things moving without being chased Clear communicator: able to brief factories, present to executives, and write tight specs Familiarity with AI tools for research, ideation, and documentation — and an appetite to push how they’re used in product development NEWAGE OFFERS: Salary and bonus is based on experience and highly competitive for the right candidate. This is an existing vacancy and the base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000 annually (CAD) at the time of the posting. Benefits Package An opportunity within a growing, fast-paced company, well established in its industry. Fun! We celebrate successes and hold special events to build strong teams. Our teams work under a remote-first Hybrid model, with the ease of having our North York office accessible for collaboration and/or quiet workspace. HOW TO APPLY: If you’re intrigued by job profile described above, we invite you to apply with your resume and cover letter illustrating how you would be an ideal fit with our team. We thank all interested candidates for applying and will contact those who qualify for an interview. No phone calls please. Offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a thorough background check. NewAge Products is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusion and diversity. We provide employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require any accommodation. USE OF AI IN HIRING: AI enabled tools may be used to support parts of the recruitment process. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.