Global Product Manager - Hardware
Global Product Manager - Hardware
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Job Description
Cricut is seeking a passionate and strategic Hardware Product Manager to drive the development and launch of innovative hardware products including our smart cutting machines and accessories. You will lead crossfunctional teams to deliver highquality customerdelighting hardware that enhances Cricuts ecosystem. This role requires a wellrounded professional with experience in hardware product management a strong track record of innovation and the ability to thrive in a fastpaced collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Strategy & Roadmap: Key member of product team. Help define and execute the product vision and roadmap for Cricuts hardware portfolio aligning with company goals and customer needs. Develop strategies to drive incremental revenue improve quality and enhance user experience.
- EndtoEnd Product Development: Lead the hardware product lifecycle from concept to launch including ideation requirements definition prototyping testing and market entry. Collaborate with engineering design quality and supply chain teams to ensure products meet performance cost and timeline goals.
- Innovation Leadership: Champion innovative hardware solutions by leveraging consumer insights market trends and emerging technologies. Lead business case investigations and concept assessments to obtain executive approval on roadmap planning. Drive creative problemsolving to deliver groundbreaking products.
- CrossFunctional Collaboration: Partner with software consumables marketing sales and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware with Cricuts ecosystem (e.g. materials apps). Build strong relationships to drive alignment and .
- Market & Consumer Insights: Partner with Cricuts research team to conduct market research and analyze consumer behavior to inform product decisions. Monitor competitive landscapes and identify opportunities to differentiate Cricuts hardware offerings.
- Quality & Risk Management: Work with quality engineering to assess risks and ensure hardware meets high standards. Support compliance testing and drive continuous improvement.
- Performance Tracking: Monitor product performance postlaunch track KPIs and iterate based on customer feedback and business outcomes.
Qualifications :
Education:
- Bachelors degree in engineering marketing or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred
Experience:
- 3 years of product management experience with consumer hardware products (e.g. consumer electronics crafting tools or similar).
- Proven track record of delivering innovative hardware products from idea to launch. Experience with smart devices or IoT products is a plus.
- Wellrounded background in product development including exposure to engineering manufacturing and supply chain processes.
- Experience in fastpaced entrepreneurial environments ideally in consumer electronics consumer packaged goods (CPG) or creative technology sectors.
Skills:
- Strategic thinking with the ability to develop robust product strategies in ambiguous nonstructured environments.
- Exceptional communication and storytelling skills to align stakeholders and present compelling product narratives.
- Strong analytical skills including proficiency in statistical data analysis consumer insights and market research.
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g. Arena) and methodologies (e.g. Agile Lean Six Sigma).
- Knowledge of hardware quality processes (e.g. DOE 8D CAPA) and compliance standards (FCC/CE/UL) preferred.
Personal Attributes:
- Entrepreneurial spirit with a cheetah speed mindset to move quickly and adapt.
- Passion for creativity crafting or DIY culture with a deep commitment to delighting customers.
- Ability to influence crossfunctional teams act like an owner and foster a collaborative inclusive culture.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Cricut products or similar crafting technologies.
- Background in managing hardwaresoftware ecosystems or connected devices.
- International product management experience with an understanding of global supply chains and markets.
- Bilingual abilities or international business experience.
Additional Information :
Weve got you covered
At Cricut we take care of our people. Enjoy competitive Medical Dental and Vision coverage a 401(k) match generous PTO tuition reimbursement and a yearly lifestyle stipend to support your wellness and passions. Youll also get exclusive employee discountsand best of all youll be surrounded by some of the most talented and creative individuals out there.
A Quick Note Before You Apply
Cricut is in a powerful chapter of transformation. Were evolving fastrefining our strategy growing our teams and raising the bar across the board. This is an incredible opportunity for the right kind of personbut its not for everyone.
Were looking for Aplayerspeople who dont just meet expectations but consistently exceed them. If you thrive in dynamic environments and find joy in turning challenges into momentum keep reading.
Heres what makes someone a great fit for this role (and for this moment at Cricut):
You have a bias for urgency.
You dont wait for perfect clarity to take actionyou start learn and adjust. You believe that speed matters especially when paired with thoughtfulness. You ask: What can move forward today and push past inertia.
You set high standardsespecially for yourself.
Youre proud of your work and protective of your reputation. You take ownership deliver quality and dont cut corners. You hold yourself accountable without waiting to be asked.
You stay focused when things are moving fast.
You can identify what really matters and dont get distracted by noise. You prioritize well and manage your time wisely.
You collaborate like a pro.
You elevate the people around you communicate clearly and give thoughtful feedback. Youre low ego high outputand your team loves working with you.
One More Thing (Its a Big One):
This role is inoffice at least 34 days per week.
We believe that real collaboration innovation and culture are built facetoface. If youre energized by working alongside smart kind creative peopleand enjoy those unplanned hallway conversations that spark great ideasyoull love it here.
If youre looking for a fully remote role this likely isnt the right time or place. But if youre excited by challenge purpose and building something better wed love to hear from you.
Lets make something amazingtogether.
What to Do Next:
Please attach your resume including links to your portfolio where applicable. If you want to show your super powers in other ways include that information too. You can be sure that Cricut is an employer who values individuality equality and diversity so tell us what youre all about. If you are a Maker or a DIY enthusiast whether you think you are a good one or not we would love to hear about it when you send us your information!
At Cricut we celebrate inclusion and diversity. Cricut is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Cricut prohibits discrimination based on race color religion sex sexual identity gender identity marital status veteran status nationality citizenship age disability medical condition pregnancy or any other unlawful consideration. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Cricut participates in EVerify.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
