Manager, Geo Expansion, LATAM

About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,300+ associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
The Geo Expansion Team provides an exciting opportunity help influence and execute the product launch strategy for our global markets. As SharkNinja continues to expand rapidly across the globe, this team will play a pivotal role in enabling our international growth.
The Manager, Geo Expansion, LATAM will play an integral role in managing the execution of our product strategy in the LATAM markets. The Manager, Geo Expansion will drive project management for on time products to the markets, coordinate closely with cross functional team members on key deliverables, and own the interface to the regional teams and LATAM Distributors. The right individual will have a collaborative working style with an enthusiasm for making connections with cross-functional co-workers, creative problem solving, a strong sense of ownership, and desire to work with international markets. The Manager, Geo Expansion will report directly to the Director of Geo Expansion Strategy in the Needham, MA headquarters.
The main function of this team will be to ensure that all LATAM new Product Development projects are being coordinated and executed timely and properly. More specifically, this team's work will include:

• Ownership of Shark and Ninja product roadmaps for respective LATAM countries/Distributors
• Project Management of LATAM new product development-including cross-functional collaboration with PMO, PD, Engineering, Compliance, Legal and Marketing, on key deliverables
• Serve as SharkNinja internal expert for respective LATAM markets and own interface between HQ and regional teams

Responsibilities:

• Own product roadmap development and delivery for respective LATAM markets; drive decision making to deliver against appropriate NPD timelines
• Liaise with LATAM affiliates, and internal Product Development, Program Management, Brand Marketing, Compliance, and Creative departments to ensure timely execution of product launches
• Own regular Product Education meetings for LATAM org, liaising with Product teams to present roadmaps and provide insight to LATAM org supporting product sell-in
• For select projects, will need to develop and present product overview market justification in Product Exec Reviews
• Artwork development support - Own artwork list, translation requirements, and User Interface definitions-serve as expert on respective markets and implement strategy by region
• Work closely with regional Consumer Insights/ regional marketing teams on product roadmap validation
• For each new project, ensure timely delivery of local requirements, including specifications, sell-in materials, marketing and consumer services assets, parts/accessories, and recipes
• Work with local legal teams on IP clearance and claims support
• Become an expert in the relevant LATAM markets - understand price, positioning, competitive landscape, and market needs; work closely with regional product teams to translate these insights into actions and track against progress and validation
• Assist in process establishment/documentation within newly developed organization within SharkNinja

Key Functional Skills / Knowledge:

• Rarely Satisfied - Adopt a "no delays" mentality in delivering against market needs/timing
• Progress over Perfection - Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapts to achieve results rather than requiring perfect planning
• Details Make the Difference - Can coordinate timelines & deliverables to ensure accuracy and consistency across all consumer-facing materials
• Winning is a Team Sport - Ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships
• Communicate for Impact - Strong communication skills - ability to deliver effective presentations to all levels of management
• Project Management skills - ability to manage several projects in parallel, navigating a global x cross-functional matrix
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel
• Influencing, conflict resolution, and creative problem solving

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in marketing or communications) or equivalent experience
• 5+ years prior Product, Program Management, or Marketing experience
• Consumer-packaged goods + International Business experience preferred
• Travel possible (1-2 trips/year)
• Availability for early morning and evening meetings weekly

Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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