Head of Product Design
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Head of Product Design
Sutton Coldfield | £85k per year | Permanent | On-site
Sector: Manufacturing | Function: Product Design & Development | Contact: James McGinn | Email: [contact hidden] | Phone: [contact hidden] | Duration: Permanent | Job Ref: 71550
Are you a product design leader ready to shape the future of market‑leading products? We’re seeking an experienced Head of Product Design to lead innovation, drive design excellence, and develop a high‑performing design team within a respected, forward‑thinking organisation. Known for its quality, craftsmanship, and innovative approach, this company offers a genuine opportunity to influence product strategy and make a tangible impact at a senior level.
The Opportunity
As Head of Product Design, you’ll take ownership of the end‑to‑end product design function—combining creativity, technical expertise, and leadership to deliver high‑quality, commercially successful products.
What you’ll be responsible for:
- Leading the design and development of innovative, cost‑effective products from concept to production
- Shaping future product strategy through creative thinking, research, and concept generation
- Collaborating closely with Marketing, Project Management, and Engineering teams to align priorities
- Managing, mentoring, and developing a skilled product design team
- Overseeing prototyping, testing, and validation to ensure product quality and reliability
- Working with external design consultancies and manufacturing engineers to deliver high‑quality mould tooling
What We’re Looking For
This role suits a confident, hands‑on design leader with strong technical capability and a passion for developing people.
You’ll ideally have:
- A proven track record of successfully designing and launching physical products
- A degree in Product Design, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Strong experience designing plastic components for injection moulding
- Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD software (experience with Siemens NX highly advantageous)
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing and inspiring design teams
Why Join?
- Senior leadership role with real influence over product direction
- Opportunity to work with a company that values innovation, quality, and sustainability
- Collaborative culture with strong cross‑functional engagement
- Birmingham location with excellent transport links
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Apply now and take the next step in your product design career.