Head of Product Development (Audio Visual Electronics)

New York City, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 4-5years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Head of Product Development Audio Visual Electronics

Location: Long Island NY (Hybrid). This position requires relocation to Long Island New York.

About the Role

Our client a leading manufacturer in the professional audio and consumer electronics industry is seeking a Head of Product Development to lead innovation across product design engineering and quality management. This executive-level position will oversee domestic and international teams including U.S.-based R&D and engineering groups as well as China-based program and quality managers in an OEM/ODM environment.

The ideal candidate is both a visionary strategist and a hands-on leader with deep expertise in audio wireless microphone systems portable PA musical instruments and consumer electronics.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle overseeing 1020 new product launches annually.
Manage global teams across R&D engineering design and supplier quality.
Define technology and innovation strategies aligned with market insights and customer needs.
Build and maintain strong OEM/ODM supplier relationships driving efficiency reliability and innovation.
Oversee supplier quality and performance management in line with global standards (ISO RoHS REACH).
Drive cost optimization through lean manufacturing value engineering and supplier negotiations.
Partner cross-functionally with Marketing Sales and Operations to align product development with business goals.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma and data-driven analytics.
Manage compliance risk mitigation and global trade adherence across the supply chain.

Requirements

Qualifications

15 years of progressive experience in global product development engineering and supply chain management within the audio musical instrument or consumer electronics industries.
Proven success leading cross-functional and global teams delivering innovative and profitable products.
Expertise in OEM/ODM manufacturing supplier management and Asia-based production ecosystems.
Strong understanding of RF and wireless technologies (UHF VHF digital wireless) DSP and acoustic engineering.
Knowledge of transducer design plastics tooling and high-volume manufacturing.
Background in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
Experience with agile and lean product development methodologies.

Working Conditions

Based in Long Island NY with international travel (primarily to Asia) approximately twice per year.
Flexible schedule to accommodate collaboration across global time zones.

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Job Requirements: Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with QCS controls Biamp Audio DSP Shure and Intelix. Great to have: AVPro Edge and Visionary Solutions for VoIP / switchers Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with AV equipment Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP networking switches routers firewalls are preferred. Advanced working knowledge of computers (Windows-based) and software. Maintain a positive attitude strong work ethic and embrace a team-centric environment. Ability to read analyze and interpret complex documents including product specifications wiring diagrams and architectural drawings. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive customer inquiries or complaints. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required. Valid drivers license with minimum 3-year clean driving record. Infocomm CTS certification (within 6 months of employment start) & CTS-I within 12 months Maintain and/or acquire OSHA 10 Hr construction within 3 months from employment start.

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Head of Product Development Audio Visual ElectronicsLocation: Long Island NY (Hybrid). This position requires relocation to Long Island New York.About the RoleOur client a leading manufacturer in the professional audio and consumer electronics industry is seeking a Head of Product Development to le...