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Role Title: Chief Product Development OfficerReporting To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Location: India (Global Responsibility – US, UK & Europe Markets)Company Scale: ~$300M+ Annual RevenueTeam Size: ~160 members (Design, CAD, Sampling & Product Engineering)Role OverviewThe Chief Product Development Officer will lead the complete end-to-end product creation function for a $300M+ global jewellery business, overseeing design, CAD, sampling, and product engineering teams. This role is responsible for transforming market insights and creative vision into commercially successful, scalable, and cost-effective jewellery collections for US, UK, and European markets.This is a high-impact leadership role with direct reporting to the CEO, offering significant strategic influence, international exposure, and the opportunity to shape the product direction of a large, vertically integrated organization.Key Responsibilities1. End-to-End Product Ownership- Own the entire product lifecycle: trend research → mood boards → design → CAD → sampling → final costing & approval - Ensure seamless handoffs and execution across design, CAD, and sample factory teams - Drive consistency, speed, and predictability in product development outcomes2. Design, Innovation & Market Relevance- Lead global trend forecasting and product strategy aligned to US, UK, and Europe consumer preferences - Translate trends into commercially viable, high-volume collections - Balance innovation with manufacturability, timelines, and cost discipline3. Leadership & Team Management- Lead and develop a 160-member multidisciplinary team - Build strong leadership depth across functions - Set KPIs, workflows, performance benchmarks, and accountability structures4. Sample Planning, Control & Optimization- Own end-to-end planning of sample requirements across collections, customers, and global markets - Forecast and approve sample volumes for: - Trade shows - Client presentations - Line reviews - New program and customer launches - Align sample planning with design calendars, sales pipelines, and customer commitments - Optimize sample factory capacity, material usage, timelines, and prioritization - Reduce rework, duplication, and excess sampling while maintaining speed and quality - Ensure sample output supports commercial conversion and ROI, not just creativity5. Costing, Pricing & Commercial Alignment- Own product costing frameworks for a $300M+ revenue organization - Work closely with sales, merchandising, and supply chain teams to ensure: - Competitive manufacturer pricing - Margin protection - Scalability for large retail programs and long-term contracts6. Global Client & Market Engagement- Travel internationally to: - Major jewellery trade shows - Key retail customers and partners - The company’s New York office - Support customer meetings, line presentations, and strategic product discussions - Act as a senior product ambassador for the company in global markets7. Process Excellence & Scale- Strengthen SOPs, timelines, and stage-gate approvals - Drive adoption of digital tools, CAD automation, and design systems - Continuously improve speed-to-market, sample hit-rate, and development efficiencyKey Requirements- 10+ years of senior leadership experience in jewellery product development - Proven experience managing large-scale operations and teams - Strong exposure to US, UK, and European retail markets - Deep expertise in: - Design & trend development - Sample planning & costing - Strong commercial mindset with operational discipline - Willingness to travel internationally for shows, clients, and New York office collaborationWhat We Offer- Excellent and highly competitive compensation package - Direct reporting to the CEO with high strategic visibility - International exposure through global travel and client engagement - Opportunity to lead product development for a $300M+ global jewellery business - Long-term leadership role with scale, authority, and growth potentialThis role is designed for a senior product leader who can control creativity, scale, cost, and execution, turning design vision into commercially successful global products.