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Head of Product Design

Sutton Coldfield Permanent £75,000 - £85,000 per year View Job Description
The role leads the design and delivery of innovative, high‑quality, cost‑effective products, shaping future product roadmap from early concept through to production. It combines creative leadership, cross‑functional collaboration and hands‑on oversight of design teams to ensure robust, market‑ready products.
  • Take ownership of a high performing product design department.
  • Work for an established manufacturer with a strong grip on the consumer market.

About Our Client

Our client is an established consumer products business with a strong heritage in designing and manufacturing practical, high‑quality solutions based out of Sutton Coldfield. With an in‑house focus on innovation and engineering excellence, they invest heavily in product development, continuous improvement, and building reliable products that meet real customer needs.

Job Description

  • Lead and manage the product design team to deliver innovative and market-leading designs.
  • Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to production.
  • Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure product feasibility and efficiency.
  • Develop and implement design strategies aligned with company objectives.
  • Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations throughout the design process.
  • Conduct market research to identify new trends and opportunities for product innovation.
  • Manage project timelines and budgets effectively.
  • Present design concepts and updates to senior stakeholders and decision-makers.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Product Design should have:

  • A degree in a relevant field such as product design, engineering, or industrial design.
  • Proven expertise in product design within injection moulding.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing design teams.
  • Proficiency in design software 3D CAD.
  • Excellent project management and organisational abilities.
  • Strong communication skills to liaise with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Available to be on site 5 days a week.

What's on Offer

  • Basic salary of £75,000 - £85,000.
  • Performance based bonus.
  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.
  • EV salary sacrifice car scheme.
  • Health plans and life assurance.
Contact
Chris Middleton
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6999241
Phone number
+44 113 243 7733

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Engineering Design and R&D
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Sutton Coldfield
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Chris Middleton
Consultant phone
+44 113 243 7733
Job reference
JN-042026-6999241