CFS Brands are hiring a

Sr. Manager, Product Design & Development

Job Title: New Product Development (NPD) Project Manager

Overview

This role is responsible for managing timelines and deliverables to successfully bring new products to market on time, within scope, and on budget. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, balances multiple priorities, and excels at coordinating across NPD, Product Management, Sales, and Sourcing.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead end-to-end NPD projects from ideation through launch.
• Develop and maintain project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Facilitate stage-gate processes and ensure alignment with corporate development standards.
• Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation plans.
• Ensure all product development activities remain on schedule and within budget.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Product Management, Sales, and sourcing to align on product positioning, pricing, and launch timing.
• Work with Supply Chain and Operations to validate sourcing, manufacturing readiness, and distribution planning.
• Serve as the central communication hub for all project stakeholders.

Commercialization & Launch

• Review and provide first-level input on product quality, testing, and validation processes.
• Support go-to-market activities with product management.
• Conduct post-launch performance analysis and document learnings for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Design, or related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in project management, product development, or commercialization (foodservice or CPG preferred).
• Strong understanding of stage-gate development processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet).
• PMP certification a plus.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and risk assessment capabilities.
• Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of accountability.

About CFS Brands

Headquarters located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, CFS BRANDS is a market-leading designer, manufacturer, and distributor of commercial foodservice, healthcare, and industrial hygiene products. CFS Brands is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 to confirm work authorization.