• Manager, New Product Development

    Cole-Parmer (Buffalo, NY)


    Job Title: Manager, New Product Development

     

    Reports To: Manager, R&D

     

    Position Location: Buffalo, NY

     

    Work Type: Onsite

     

    FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-Exempt): Exempt

    Position Summary:

    The New Product Development (NPD) Manager will play a critical role in driving innovative product development within the ZeptoMetrix portfolio. This position will oversee the end-to-end development lifecycle of new products, from concept through commercialization, ensuring alignment with market needs, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. The NPD Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including, quality, manufacturing and commercial teams, to bring high-quality products to market efficiently.

     

    This role requires strong leadership, collaboration, and project management skills, as well as an understanding of product development in the diagnostics, life sciences, or biotech industries. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and will be instrumental in shaping the future of ZeptoMetrix’s offerings.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Lead and manage new product development projects, ensuring timely, high-quality, and market-relevant product launches.

    + Define and execute product development roadmaps, aligning with business strategy and customer needs.

    + Collaborate with internal teams (operations, quality, and product management) to ensure successful product development and commercialization.

    + Oversee product testing and documentation in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

    + Ensure project teams adhere to budget, timeline, and quality standards, proactively managing risks and challenges.

    + Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product development processes, efficiency, and scalability.

    + Provide technical expertise in qPCR and ddPCR methods, develop SOPs and documents to support product transfer to Operations.

    + Lead and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performance work environment.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    Education:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or science related field required; Masters degree preferred

    Experience:

    + 3+ years experience in product development or R&D with technical expertise in PCR based methods.

    Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

    + Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, efficiently works under pressure, within deadlines or other time essential constraints

    + Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to clearly and concisely communicate to all levels of the organization

    + Excellent interpersonal, leadership, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.

    + Proficient in standard computer applications, with excellent skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Must be able to obtain, manipulate and analyze data and effectively collate and present information into reports or presentations.

    + Ability to evaluate technical data and write technical documents.

    + Experience managing cross-functional teams and external partnerships.

    + Advanced knowledge of molecular diagnostics industry including tests and instruments.

    + Formal training in one of the following main fields of study; Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or Microbiology.

    + Ability to make decisions based on a wide knowledge of factors where application of advanced or technical concepts is predominantly required.

    + Strong work ethic and an ability to excel within a rapidly changing and growing organization

    Compensation & Benefits:

    + Salary Range: $92,000-$110,000, depending on location, experience, and qualifications.

    + Annual-Incentive Plan (AIP): 10%

    + Benefits coverage begins on the first day of employment, including the following:

    + Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

    + Disability Insurance

    + Life Insurance

    + 401(k) company match

    + Paid Time Off (15 days annually)

    + Paid Holiday time (10 company-designated holidays)

    + Tuition Assistance

    + Additional benefits available with company package

     

    This position has not been approved for Relocation Assistance.

     

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all of the duties and responsibilities associated with it.

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.