Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Frida
Job overview
The VP of Project Management, New Product Development at Frida leads strategic initiatives to scale new product development from design to launch, impacting product innovation and market presence.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing project management frameworks, overseeing new product launches, managing cross-functional teams, ensuring project goals are met on time and budget, and optimizing processes for efficiency and risk mitigation.
Compensation and benefits
The job offers comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, supplemental insurance options, 401k matching up to 4% with immediate vesting, generous paid time off, flexible parental leave, wellness programs, a dog-friendly office, learning and development opportunities, company events, and employee product discounts.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field with an MBA preferred, 15+ years in project management focused on CPG product development, 7+ years in management, expertise in project management tools, experience with regulated products preferably in medical devices, strong problem-solving and executive reporting skills, and PMP certification is a plus.
Career development
Frida offers learning and development opportunities for professional and personal growth and supports career advancement through leadership of a high-performing team and strategic projects.
Work environment and culture
Frida values collaboration, community, and work-life balance with flexible remote work options, wellness programming, team engagement events, and a supportive, inclusive environment.
Company information
Frida is a parent-focused brand with over 10 years of innovation in parenting products, holding a dominant market share and global presence with products in over 50 countries and 40,000 stores across multiple retail channels.
Team overview
The VP will lead a project management team of 7 members including senior and project managers, working closely with Product Development, Operations, Marketing, Brand Management, Sales, and Sales Planning teams.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Miami, Florida with flexible remote work options on Mondays and Fridays and in-office presence Tuesday through Thursday.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines strategic leadership with hands-on project management across multiple disciplines including industrial design, engineering, and formulation, with a strong emphasis on risk mitigation and cross-functional collaboration.
Company overview
Frida is a company specializing in creating innovative, practical products for new parents and their babies. They generate revenue by selling a wide range of parenting tools, including baby care essentials, postpartum recovery items, and health and wellness products. Founded in 2014, Frida has gained significant recognition for its user-centric design and problem-solving approach, making it a trusted brand among parents. The company's commitment to addressing real-life parenting challenges has driven its growth and popularity in the market.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight extensive leadership in project management within new product development, emphasizing experience in CPG products from concept to market and managing complex product lifecycles.
Focus on showcasing your strategic leadership abilities, cross-functional team management, risk mitigation expertise, and success in aligning projects with business goals, as these are central to Frida's VP role.
Apply through multiple channels including Frida’s corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize application visibility and ensure your resume reaches the right hiring managers.
Connect with current Frida employees in product development, operations, and project management teams on LinkedIn. Use ice breakers like commenting on recent Frida product launches, expressing admiration for their innovative parenting solutions, or asking about their experience working on cross-functional projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'new product development,' 'project management methodologies,' 'risk mitigation,' 'cross-functional collaboration,' and 'CPG product lifecycle,' ensuring your resume passes initial screenings.
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