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Director of Product Development (Carlsbad)Jon Renau • Carlsbad, CA, United States
Director of Product Development (Carlsbad)

Director of Product Development (Carlsbad)

Jon Renau • Carlsbad, CA, United States
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JON RENAU

Job Title : Director, Product Development

Location : Carlsbad, CA Jon Renau HQ (Onsite)

Department : Product Development

Reports To : President

Classification : Exempt

Company Overview

Jon Renau is a leading international manufacturer and distributor of high-quality wigs, hairpieces, extensions, and alternative hair solutions. For over 40 years, weve been transforming lives by offering top-tier solutions for those experiencing hair loss. Founded on craftsmanship, compassion, and innovation, we partner with more than 2,000 boutiques, oncology centers, hospitals, retailers, and e-commerce platforms worldwide.

Our mission goes beyond creating exceptional productsits about restoring confidence, empowering individuality, and making a meaningful difference in peoples lives. Guided by our core values Customer Centric, Respect, Passion, Creativity, Communication, Integrity, and Accountability we empower our teams to deliver excellence through collaboration, authenticity, and heart.

Position Overview

The Director of Product Development leads the full lifecycle of Jon Renaus product portfoliofrom concept to launchensuring innovation, quality, and alignment with customer needs and company strategy. This role combines creative vision with strategic leadership, driving the innovation process while managing timelines, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate is passionate about hair, beauty, and brand storytelling, and deeply motivated by the opportunity to help men and women regain confidence through high-quality hair solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Develop and execute the product development strategy that aligns with Jon Renaus business goals and brand vision.
  • Define product vision, roadmap, and value propositions; communicate these clearly across teams and stakeholders.
  • Oversee market research, customer insights, and competitor analysis to identify trends and new opportunities.
  • Translate insights into actionable strategies that drive growth and innovation.
  • Set and manage department goals, budgets, and timelines, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.

Product Lifecycle Management

  • Oversee the entire product development lifecyclefrom concept, design, and prototyping to production and launch.
  • Lead collaboration across product design, sourcing, quality assurance, marketing, and operations to ensure seamless execution.
  • Manage product backlogs, feature prioritization, and resource allocation.
  • Ensure adherence to Jon Renaus product quality standards and brand integrity.
  • Monitor product performance, customer feedback, and market response to inform continuous improvement.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Operations, Marketing, and Sales to align product launches with supply chain readiness and go-to-market strategy.
  • Foster transparent communication across departments, ensuring shared understanding of objectives and progress.
  • Communicate project updates, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies to leadership and stakeholders.
  • Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external product development partners.
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Champion creativity, experimentation, and customer-centric innovation.
  • Create frameworks for generating, testing, and refining new product ideas.
  • Encourage data-driven decision-making and structured experimentation.
  • Build an environment that values curiosity, continuous learning, and adaptability.
  • Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of product managers, designers, and specialists.
  • Establish clear roles, goals, and accountability for team members.
  • Provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to strengthen individual and team performance.
  • Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
  • Identify future leadership potential within the team and guide succession planning.
  • Qualifications

    Education & Experience

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Business, Product Development, or a related field.
  • 810+ years of progressive product development or product management experience, preferably in consumer goods, beauty, or fashion.
  • Proven record of leading successful product launches from ideation through commercialization.
  • Knowledge & Skills

  • Deep understanding of product development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Design Thinking, Lean).
  • Strong market and consumer insight; ability to translate trends into actionable product strategies.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
  • Outstanding leadership, communication, and presentation abilities.
  • Demonstrated success in managing budgets, timelines, and multi-project environments.
  • Proven ability to motivate and lead creative, cross-functional teams.
  • Passion for innovation and customer experience in the beauty or lifestyle sector.
  • Physical & Work Environment

  • Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands to operate computers and phones.
  • Occasionally lift and move up to 20 lbs.
  • Work environment : professional office setting at Jon Renau headquarters (on-site).
  • Compensation & Benefits

    Base Salary : $180,000 $195,000 annually

    Bonus Eligibility : Performance-based annual incentive up to 20%

    Comprehensive Benefits Package :

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision : 100% Employer-Sponsored Individual Plans Available
  • Life Insurance : $25,000 Company-Sponsored
  • Long-Term Disability : 100% Company-Sponsored
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Plan : Employer Match Available
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : 100% Employer-Sponsored
  • Additional : Options for supplemental insurance plans, employee product discounts, and sponsored company events
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