New Product Readiness - Program Manager
About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, 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 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
The New Product Readiness Program Manager is responsible for ensuring all cross-functional deliverables are complete, mature, and aligned with program expectations ahead of key gate reviews. This role is critical in driving discipline and consistency across product development cycles, supporting the overall readiness of New Product Development (NPD) programs and our core portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Product Data Completeness and Accuracy
- Own the verification of Salsify setup and product data system accuracy to ensure all consumer-facing attributes and digital content are correct and retail-ready.
- Partner with product managers, marketing, eComm, and data governance teams to ensure:
- Product data is complete, validated, and consistent across systems.
- Salsify and other product data platforms are properly configured to reflect up-to-date specifications, dimensions, claims, and digital assets.
- Identify and address data integrity gaps before gate approvals or retailer activation milestones.
Gate Review & Maturity Checks
- Audit readiness assessments leading up to all product development gate reviews.
- Evaluate the maturity of deliverables across functions (product, engineering, supply chain, quality, regulatory, marketing, etc.) using a structured readiness checklist or scoring tool.
- Ensure each function meets the defined entry and exit criteria for gates, escalating gaps or delays to Program Leadership.
- Support teams in aligning documentation formats and standards with PMO or regulatory expectations.
- Maintain an organized repository or tracking system for all readiness materials.
Continuous Improvement
- Provide feedback and recommendations on improving the readiness review process, tools, templates, and reporting mechanisms.
- Support training efforts to help new team members understand gate review expectations and documentation standards.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in new product development or program coordination roles.
- Familiarity with product development lifecycle (PDLC) and stage-gate processes.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with an ability to manage multiple concurrent timelines and priorities.
- Familiarity with data integrations between PIM and ERP/eComm platforms (e.g., SAP, Salesforce, Shopify, Amazon).
Preferred:
- Experience working in a consumer goods, manufacturing, or technology environment.
- Knowledge of PLM systems (e.g., Agile, Windchill) and documentation control processes.
- PMP or similar certification is a plus.
- Technical PD End 2 End process experience
Key Skills:
- Project Coordination
- Documentation Management
- Stakeholder Communication
- Risk Identification & Escalation
- MS Office Suite, Smartsheet, or equivalent tracking tools
Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com
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