Top Product Development Executive
Also referred to as: Top Product Development Executive, Chief Product Development Officer, Head of Product Development, Vice President of Product Development
Requirements and Responsibilities
Provides leadership, vision, and strategy for new product development and product lifecycle management of existing products. Oversees research and concept development activities to innovate new products, product enhancements, and product redesign. Conducts market analysis and interacts with customers and prospects to identify new markets, articulate the value proposition, define requirements, and lead the development of a product roadmap. Champions new product development and leads collaboration with internal stakeholders, including marketing, sales, and manufacturing, to ensure that new and existing products support the organization's financial goals. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. Manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head.
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Level of Education:  Top Product Development Executive Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Top Product Development Executive Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Top Product Development Executive Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
Industries:  Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation