VP of Product Development and Management

Position Summary: VP, Product Development & Management will educate, motivate and lead the Product Teams, including development, marketing, content, quality control and science, with an emphasis in health and nutrition. The VP will act as chief project manager for all efforts and coordinate these efforts to meet sales and profitability goals set by the business.Essential Function and Responsibilities:Maintains accountability for the projects and objectives of the Product teamsWorks as a liaison to promote and enhance the product life cycle between departmentsAnalyzes sales data, market trends, and competitive landscape to identify product opportunitiesProvides detailed and precise reports to Executive team to illustrate trends, predictions, and relevant strategiesLeads the Science team to review industry trends for ingredients and product launchesApproves final product information, materials, features, benefits, specifications, and pricing to ensure accuracy.Collaborates on overall product plan to maximize sales and profitabilityWork with Executive Team to determine product strategyResearches and establishes pricing and margins to maximize profitsOversees Content to ensure correct messaging and consistency is maintainedManage employee relations inside and outside the department to develop successful working relationships to achieve goals and objectivesLeads the Science division to ensure proper support to move products forward upon approval and that statement of products are scientifically validLeads Quality Control Department to ensure any needed information such as label review, vendor issues, and manufacturing changesComplies with company policies and proceduresPerforms other duties as neededSupervisory Responsibilities:Supervises and supports a diverse work forceSets goals and performance expectations for the teamAddresses employee or customer concerns and/or elevates to the Management teamTrains and assists employeesManages employees work loads and schedulesWorks within budgetary controlsSupports the Companys Safety ProgramsActs as an ambassador and champion of the company culture, ethics, and valuesPerforms any other functions and duties assigned and necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of Market America.Education & Experience:Bachelors degree in business, marketing, or equivalent disciplinesMinimum of seven (7) years of experience with progressive management experience.Demonstrated experience in consumer marketing and product developmentMust have the ability to organize and coordinate multiple projects at once.Health & Nutrition knowledge and experience required.Computer/Communication Skills:Proficient use of MS Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, requiredHigh energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted strategic projects in conjunction with day-to-day tactical activitiesAbility to get along and work with diverse personalities; tactful, mature, flexible Prioritizes and models good communication skills; follows up, timely responses, proactive and positive in approachAbove moderate to high levels in reading comprehension, writing, and speaking in English; active listening; attention to detailParticipative management styleadvocate of team concept Results and people oriented, with judgment to balance other business considerationsService oriented, but assertive/persuasiveTravel:Occasional travel as neededAnnual conference participation and related travelPhysical Requirements and Work Environment:Normal office environment with little exposure to dust and weather conditions prevalent at the time (i.e., cold hot/humid)Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, cameras, photocopiers, and filing cabinetsRegularly required to talk, walk, stand, bend, twist, reach with hands and arms, stoop kneel and crouchRaise and lower an object from one level to the another, less than twenty (20) pounds. Visual acuity must be a minimum or 20/40 (corrected) and normal hand/eye coordinationNormal or corrected hearingMust be able to perform in an office environment where ninety (90) percent of work is performed sitting.Occasional long or irregular hours of workEqual Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Market America | SHOP.COM considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Location:
Greensboro, NC