Director of product development job description

Hiring Range: $146,410.00 - $183,010.00

PLEASE NOTE: The hiring range applies to US-based employment and may be higher in certain US geographic locations.

As the Global Director for Donor Product Development, you will lead a team that will be instrumental in developing and managing products that will equip fundraising teams around the world to better meet the needs of our mid and major gift donors. This is a critical role central to advancing Compassion's ministry priority to grow new revenue streams outside of our sponsorship product, and thus opening more doors for donor participation in releasing children from poverty in Jesus' name.

You will serve fundraising teams in 15+ countries, enabling them to improve donor experience, grow donor revenue, and increase donor quantity. You will be responsible for understanding and prioritizing donor needs, articulating product strategy, managing product performance, and growing revenue through product innovation, fundraising campaigns, and by enabling local teams to effectively market the products. In addition, you will manage a team of product developers, assisted by a comprehensive set of marketing support teams, and will collaborate across internal functions to meet programmatic priorities.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a remote, US-base position.

What will you do?

Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Compassion, and faithfully upholds Compassion's ministry in prayer.Act as an advocate for children. Understands and advances Christ's mandate to protect children. Raises awareness of the needs of children and takes active steps to help protect against neglect, abuse, and exploitation of children. Promotes the dignity, respect, positive treatment, potential of children in all circumstances. Encourages the involvement of others in helping children in need. Reports and appropriately supports responses to incidents of harm of children if they occur.Uphold and engage in Compassion's core Cultural Behaviors.Accountable for the performance of a product group with global scope and impact. Lead strategy and tactics to ensure the product group meets ministry expectations as well as supporter and stakeholder expectations.Work cross-functionally and in partnership with marketing teams around the world to advance product management, product development and product marketing efforts as follows:Lead product management efforts for mid/major donors globally to meet donor needs. This includes development and management of product strategy, product definition and messaging, product KPIs, operational service metrics, and pricing strategy.Oversee product development to continuously increase donor relevance and value. This includes articulation of an innovation strategy, development of an innovation roadmap (improvements, new products) and fundraising campaigns, and end-to-end leadership of product initiatives from donor need to in-market introduction.Guide and support the marketing efforts of local country teams. Provide guidance on marketing, channel, pricing, and messaging strategies. Equip local teams with resources, tools, content and frameworks. Promote marketing effectiveness through best practice sharing and fostering a global learning community across local teams.Collaborate with a wide spectrum of leaders across functions (such as Program, IT, Finance, and Operations) to guide product management, development, and marketing efforts.Establish a collaborative and service-oriented partnership with supporter-facing teams across Compassion's global organization, understanding the similarities and differences across geographies and developing an insightful understanding of the diverse group of supporters including individual supporters, major donors, and churches.Contribute to or prepare and administer the annual budget and departmental expenses, ensuring accountability for on-time completion of deliverables based on department objectives.Select, manage and develop staff, establishing goals and objectives, coaching and managing performance, including discipline, motivation, and annual reviews; support continuous learning and development that enhances individual performance and organizational capability.Consult with peer management and senior leaders to successfully align departmental resources and priorities across Compassion.

What will you bring?
Bachelor's degree10 years' experience working in this or related field Deep understanding of product development, especially as it relates to fundraising Global experience desired Certification from a nationally or internationally recognized organization in a related field is a plus.

*Equivalent education, training and/or certification may be substituted for experience and education shown above

Why work here?
The mission: Join a team that is motivated to release children from poverty in Jesus' name.Our benefits: Receive generous paid time off, 10% contribution to a 403(b) retirement fund, excellent healthcare coverage, and more. Spiritual growth: Participate in regular chapel services, prayer groups, and department devotionals

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Kforce has a client that is seeking a Director Product R&C (Warehouse Software) in Atlanta, GA.Duties Include:

* Director Product R&C leads a cross-functional and globally distributed Agile Software Development team

* Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of the software product development team ensuring high quality and on-time delivery

* Develops and implements standards, guidelines, and methodologies for multiple software teams to ensure coordination, collaboration, alignment and code reuse between distributed subsystems and development teams
* Communicates on all levels with senior management, including technical, strategic, and business

* Ensures all product designs and documentation meet Client expectations and company standards

* As a Director Product R&C, you will provide critical input to the development of software strategy and research and development of new and emerging products and technologies

* Directs the growth of professional staff by providing individualized guidance, training, and supervision

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science required; Graduate degree strongly preferred

* 10 years of general experience within software product development, WCS, WES, MHS and supply chain industry

* 3 years of specific accountability within Warehouse Execution Software (WES) or Warehouse Management System (WMS) with automation experience

* Demonstrated success developing and launching excellent software products

* Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with executive presence

* Must be highly knowledgeable and well-rounded in technology, operations, supply chain, systems and MHE

* Excellent facilitation and teamwork skills

* Excellent team working skills and experience (leader, influencer, and supporter)

* Strong interpersonal, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills

* Must be willing and able to travel approximately 50% - primarily domestic travel, minimal international travel

* Ability to perform essential functions of the job

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.*Compensation Type:*Years*Minimum Compensation:*170000.00*Maximum Compensation:*200000.00

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Position Summary:

The Director, Product Development and Sourcing will be responsible for developing and overseeing the Private Brands/ Sourcing team, including strategy development, innovation, definition and execution of marketplace differentiators, key supplier partnerships and negotiations. You'll also be accountable for the financial performance of the Private Brands division, in conjunction with Merchandising Teams.

Primary Responsibilities:

* Lead and facilitate the development, sourcing, and production of our private brand assortment.
* Identify and drive sourcing opportunities for new products, suppliers, and materials, and align on strategies to achieve financial and operational success.
* Gather, monitor, and analyze data to ensure production and development are meeting and exceeding set goals (e.g., development timeline, time to delivery, product quality and shipping costs)
* Partner cross functionally with teams such as marketing and ecommerce to enhance the customer experience with regard to product style, quality, value and expectations.
* Drive a competitive product strategy that keeps West Marine relevant and at the leading-edge in retail, including the advancement of our Quality Standards, Sustainability, and other strategic visions of the organization
* Cultivate a service orientation within the team to ensure team energy and outputs are harmonized with the business priorities and execution of priorities with urgency
* Develop and coach team capabilities to support existing requirements, future vision and enable growth including succession planning and career development planning
* Facilitate deep and strategic relationships within our supplier community and industry, with a focus on win-win outcomes, long term resiliency of our network, and an incubator for future contribution to our business requirements

Education, Experience & Skills:

* BA/BS degree and 8 or more years' relevant experience in Category Management, Sourcing, and Product Development OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
* 5 or more years of leadership experience
* Demonstrates nuanced understanding of Private Brands from an industry perspective and in terms of customer expectations; understands where West Marine stands relative to the competition
* Able to "connect the dots" across markets, customers, suppliers and programs to identify interdependencies and long-term growth opportunities
* Established track record of defining solutions and leading multi-stakeholder teams
* Passion for boating/marine industry and drive for continuous learning and growth
* A strong track record of bringing a vision to life.
* Models an organized and systematic approach to work and the ability to prioritize and delegate responsibilities.
* Embody West Marine's mission, vision, values, competencies and strategic priorities with passion.
* Ability to travel 25-50%, as needed for the business