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Associate Product Developer-Home Environment

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SharkNinja

SharkNinja

1,001-5,000 employees

Designs and manufactures high-performance home appliances

Consumer Goods

Entry, Junior

Needham, MA, USA

Category
Product Management
Product Strategy
Product
Required Skills
Market Research
Communications
Management
Word/Pages/Docs
Marketing
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Business, Management, Communications, or Marketing Concentrations
  • 1+ years of experience in product development/marketing preferably at a consumer goods company
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of SharePoint a plus
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven, high impact environment
  • Strong verbal, presentation, and written communication skills
  • Resourceful, well organized, highly dependable, efficient and detail oriented
  • Ability to be a team player as well as work independently
Responsibilities
  • Assist with product management activities for new product launches, product improvements, optimizations, and line extensions
  • Support product lines through the growth, active, and end of life stages by providing cross-functional support to resolve product, quality, manufacturing and customer challenges
  • Assist in the creation/management of merchandising, training, digital content support and execution at retail
  • Conduct market research to identify consumer needs and market gaps and analyze the competitive landscape
  • Track product performance, communicate key learnings and developments to appropriate work flows for action
  • Evaluate product optimization and improvement opportunities for cost and consumer impact
  • Work closely with cross-functional teammates to convey the strategic vision and goals for the product line
  • Maximize the value of product line and align with cross-functional teams to ensure successful positioning in the marketplace
  • Work with Product Managers for program launch and execution analysis while maintaining proper feedback to close open initiatives
  • Manage the creation and execution of product support material, such as, in-box collateral, FAQ’s, How to Videos and Troubleshooting scripts for online resources and the call center agents
  • Manage the product development of all domestic SKU extensions and work cross functionally to ensure production deadlines are successfully executed
  • Work cross functionally to establish value engineering and cost down initiatives

SharkNinja designs and manufactures home appliances and cleaning products that aim to make everyday tasks easier and more enjoyable. Their product range includes vacuum cleaners, kitchen appliances, and various household gadgets, all engineered to improve efficiency and quality of life. SharkNinja stands out from competitors by focusing on high-performance and reliable products that receive positive customer feedback. The company sells its products directly through its website and through retail partners, emphasizing customer satisfaction and brand loyalty. The goal of SharkNinja is to enhance daily living for consumers around the world by providing effective and convenient home solutions.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$558.6M

Headquarters

Needham, Alabama

Founded

1994

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Significant investments from firms like Jump Financial LLC and TimesSquare Capital Management LLC indicate strong market confidence and potential for growth.
  • The introduction of innovative products like the Ninja(R) SLUSHi(TM) Professional Frozen Drink Maker showcases SharkNinja's commitment to continuous product development and market relevance.
  • High-profile endorsements and global brand ambassadors like David Beckham can significantly boost brand recognition and consumer trust.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in home appliances is intense, with major players like iRobot posing a constant threat to market share.
  • Relying heavily on high-profile endorsements can be risky if the public image of the ambassador changes negatively.

What makes SharkNinja unique

  • SharkNinja's dual-brand strategy with 'Shark' and 'Ninja' allows it to target different segments of the home appliance market, unlike competitors who may focus on a single brand.
  • The company's emphasis on high-performance and technologically advanced products sets it apart in the consumer goods market, where many competitors offer more basic solutions.
  • SharkNinja's strategic marketing, led by a seasoned CMO and bolstered by high-profile endorsements like David Beckham, enhances its brand visibility and consumer appeal.