Director, Optical Product
Zenni Optical
- San Francisco, CA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Collaborate with Academia: Create and maintain partnerships with Academic Institutions for relevant opportunities in research, talent, and business.
- Product Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive optical product strategy that aligns with the company’s goals and market trends. Drive innovation in eyewear design, functionality, and technology.
- Market Analysis: Conduct in-depth market research to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and the competitive landscape. Utilize insights to inform product development and positioning.
- Product Development: Lead the product development lifecycle from concept to launch, including writing design briefs, design, prototyping, testing, and production. Collaborate with design, engineering, third-party vendors, and manufacturing teams to ensure product specifications are met.
- Quality Assurance: Uphold the highest standard of quality. Establish rigorous testing and quality control processes to ensure products meet regulatory standards and customer expectations.
- Team Leadership: Build and manage a high-performing team that takes innovative products from concept, Go-To-Market, and launch to drive impact. Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with all departments in the company, including manufacturing, marketing, technology, and customer service teams to ensure product alignment with customer needs and market opportunities. Provide expert input on product-related positioning, communications, and promotions.
- Sustainability Focus: Champion sustainable practices in product design and materials, aligning with the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility.
- Expert Oversight on Optical Frontiers: As the go-to authority on optical technology, patient trends, and market dynamics, you'll be instrumental in advancing our e-commerce platform for optical eyewear.
- Pioneering Product Launches: In collaboration with our Rx Lab, you'll navigate the research, development, and introduction of cutting-edge products, from conceptualization to market introduction, including testing, feedback integration, and educational efforts.
- Leadership in Knowledge Exchange: Craft and share essential documents, presentations, and insights on chosen topics, cementing your status as a luminary in lens and frame innovation.
- Own key KPIs on the performance of the optical product lines.
- A minimum of 8 years of experience in a role related to the optical industry, worked on all aspects of an optical product launch within the industry
- A passionate interest in leveraging research and cutting technologies to define the future of eyewear and eye care.
- Supreme problem-solving and organizational talents
- Thorough knowledge of frame and lens technologies, and a keen eye for emerging market trends
- Deep understanding of the manufacturing of optical products and can be a strong evaluator of vendor performance and product performance
- An enthusiastic commitment to collaborative success across diverse departmental landscapes
- Demonstrated proficiency in both autonomous and team-oriented project management
- Unwavering attention to detail and organizational finesse
- Language proficiency in Mandarin and/or Thai is a plus
- A highly competitive base salary
- A great career trajectory in a stable, successful growing company.
- Cutting-edge projects with opportunities for growth and professional development
- Excellent health benefits that the company pays for and 401k company match
- Annual Zenni Gift Card
- Great Work Life Balance