Product Development Specialist

Job Overview We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Product Development Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role involves taking products from concept to launch, ensuring that new products meet market needs, and are developed efficiently and effectively. The ideal candidate will have a blend of creativity, technical expertise, and strategic thinking, along with experience working collaboratively across multiple departments. Key Responsibilities Product Ideation & Concept Development: Work with cross-functional teams (marketing, design, engineering, etc.) to generate innovative product ideas and identify market opportunities. Market Research: Conduct thorough market research, customer feedback analysis, and competitor benchmarking to inform product strategy. Product Design & Prototyping: Collaborate with design teams to develop product specifications, create prototypes, and validate designs through testing. Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from concept through to launch, monitoring progress and adjusting strategies as needed to ensure timely delivery. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, marketing, sales, and other departments to ensure product features align with business goals and customer needs. Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including timelines, budgets, and resources. Use project management tools to track progress and deliverables. Quality Assurance & Testing: Develop and implement testing strategies to ensure product functionality, usability, and quality meet company standards. Go-to-Market Strategy: Work with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market plans, product positioning, and launch strategies. Customer Feedback Integration: Gather and analyze customer feedback to refine products post-launch and drive future improvements. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of product development stages, testing results, and decisions made during the development process.  Skills & Competencies: Strong project management and organizational skills Proficiency with product development tools (e.g., JIRA, Asana, Trello, etc.) Experience in user-centered design and usability testing Ability to think strategically while handling day-to-day operational tasks Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with diverse teams Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant tools