Manager, Industrial Design

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact peoples lives in homes around the world. 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 3600 associates the companys products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.

As the Manager of Industrial Design atSharkNinja you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing the industrial design process from concept to mass production. You willbe responsible formanaging and mentoring a team of industrial designers creating breakthrough design solutions ensuring the successful execution of design projects while adhering to aggressive timelines and cost targets. This role will work collaboratively with senior leaders of Industrial Design department and cross-functional teams on design requirements manufacturing feasibility and market-driven design strategies youwill translate design briefs into innovative product solutions that meet both market demands andSharkNinjasbrand vision.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design Leadership and Mastery:

• Lead and mentor industrial designersfosteringcollaboration and professional development whilemaintaininga 50/50 approach to hands-on design and design management.

• Practice user-centered design translating consumer insights into innovative product solutions.

• Articulate design intent for manufacturing execution leveraging proven experience in concept-to-production mastery and manufacturing knowledge and providing team leadership.

• Provide guidance and support ensuring team members growth and success within the organization.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with global cross-functional teams including engineering marketing and product development to ensure seamless integration of design concepts into the product development process and uphold design integrity throughout the cycle.

• Coach and mentor designers setting clear expectations and deliverables and conducting brainstorming sessions and design reviews to foster creativity and innovation.

Quality Standards and Innovation:

• Maintain high quality standards for design throughout the product lifecycle staying updated on industry trends innovations and materials.

• Solve complex problems by challenging assumptions and driving innovative approaches through emerging product trends or technologies.

• Establish and promote design guidelines best practices and standards to ensure consistent quality and innovation.

Process Improvement and Project Management:

• Identifyareas for process improvement within the design department implementing enhancements to streamlineworkflowsandoptimizeefficiency.

• Oversee the full industrial design workload across team members spanning multiple product categories from concept ideation to final product delivery while developing andmaintainingproject timelines to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget constraints.

Strategic Vision and Brand Alignment:

• UnderstandSharkNinjasbrands and contribute to defining the companys future product development strategies aligning with businessobjectivesand customer needs.
• Demonstratea high levelof knowledge of the full product development cycle navigating technical and business constraints to achieveoptimalquality outcomes.

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

• BA or BS in Industrial Design or a related discipline; MS in Industrial Design or related field preferred.

• 8 years of professional experience as a designer in small appliances consumer electronics medical devices or related industriesdemonstratinga proventrack recordof successfully delivering products through the production process.

• 3 years of leadership or management experiencedemonstratingthe ability to effectively lead and mentor a team.

• Exceptional verbal written and visual communication adept at fostering effective collaboration across teams and proficient in delivering impactful key messages through compelling storytelling tailored for cross-discipline teams and senior leadership communication.

• Solid understanding and proven experience inmass-productionpart design and manufacturing principles.

• Proficiencyin 2D/3D design tools including sketching Adobe Creative SuiteSolidWorksandKeyshot.

• Familiarity with AI-driven design techniques is desirable.

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint Teams Outlook Word Excel).

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Skilled in driving team collaboration and conducting workshops to foster innovation while accelerating the delivery of high-quality outcomes within tighttimeframeswithout sacrificing quality.

• Proven ability to meet deadlines and react swiftly tonew information with the capacity to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team while leading and inspiring team members to achieve collective goals.

• A robust portfolioshowcasingoriginal creative work that highlights the product development process.