Allied Worldwide - Manager - New Product Development

Company Description:

- Founded in 1992, Allied Worldwide is a 30+ years old award-winning company based in London, UK, with offices in Bengaluru, India & Wilmington, USA.

- We specialize in providing outstanding IT support solutions to global blue-chip companies through IT managed services and business consulting.

- Our focus on innovation and digital transformation sets us apart in the industry.

Role Description:

- We are seeking a strategic and driven New Product Development Manager to oversee the launch and market readiness of innovative products for the Bloor Research Group.

- This role will work closely with the President and the Bloor Board to develop, refine, and implement design solutions that align with our strategic vision and deliver market-ready products.

- The ideal candidate has a strong background in product development, launch strategy, and cross-functional collaboration, with a track record of bringing complex ideas to market successfully.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Development and Market Strategy:

- Lead end-to-end product development, from ideation and design through to production and launch.

- Collaborate with the President and Board to shape the product portfolio, aligning new products with the Bloor.

- Research Group's brand and strategic goals.

- Define and manage timelines for product development stages to ensure timely market entry.

Design Solution Implementation:

- Work with design, research, and marketing teams to translate conceptual ideas into viable, market-ready solutions.

- Oversee product design and testing, ensuring solutions meet quality, usability, and market standards.

- Lead prototyping, testing, and iteration phases, gathering feedback and refining products to achieve maximum impact.

Cross-Functional Leadership:

- Act as the primary liaison between development teams, executive leadership, and key stakeholders.

- Facilitate regular updates and reviews with the President and Board, providing insights and recommendations based on product readiness and market trends.

- Manage communication across departments to align teams around project milestones, goals, and priorities.

Go-to-Market Strategy and Execution:

- Develop go-to-market plans, including pricing, positioning, and launch campaigns, in collaboration with marketing and sales.

- Oversee the execution of launch plans, working with marketing to drive awareness and with sales to support demand generation.

- Monitor and analyse product performance post-launch, utilizing insights to improve future product development cycles.

Market Analysis and Competitive Research:

- Conduct ongoing research to understand market needs, competitive landscape, and customer preferences.

- Make data-driven recommendations to the Board and President on product positioning, differentiation, and market expansion.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Product Management, Marketing, Business, or a related field; master's degree preferred.

- 5+ years of experience in product development and market launch, ideally in B2B technology, AI, or data solutions sectors.

- Proven track record of bringing successful products to market.

- Exceptional project management and organizational skills.

- Strong collaborative skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with executive leadership.

- Knowledge of AI, cybersecurity, and data industry trends is highly advantageous.

Why Join Us?

At Bloor Research Group, you'll be part of a team shaping the future of technology and business intelligence.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of innovation and strategy, making a lasting impact in an emerging market sector.