Director of Product, Assistive Device Center bei Perkins

Perkins helps children with disabilities find their place in the world. An international NGO, we are committed to delivering best-in-class education to children, providing immersive training and support to professionals and families, advocating for inclusion, and accelerating innovation for people with disabilities. At Perkins, we think courageously, act collaboratively, and we own our work. Join a supportive community committed to growth where your work makes a difference.

Commercially available adaptive equipment doesn’t always meet the unique needs of our students. Some kids may require special accommodations for seating or positioning, and others may need items to optimize the vision they have. The products the Assistive Device Center (ADC) at the Howe Innovation Center designs and constructs help students access learning and communication by stabilizing learning materials, organizing their space, managing the day, and so much more. Most importantly, ADC devices help students realize exploring the sensory world around them is pretty cool!  

What you can expect as the Director of Product, Assistive Device Center 

• Increase the impact of the Assistive Device Center

• Spearhead the strategic planning and execution of a national distribution plan and sales network

• Utilize entrepreneurial expertise to identify opportunities and sell product - ensuring widespread accessibility and impact

• Conduct market research, competitive analyst and customer interviews 

• Align product development efforts with overall business goals and objectives

• Calculate ROI, tweak messaging, optimize targeting and select ideal channels to ensure success 

We’d love to talk with you if you have many of the following:

• Proven track record of entrepreneurial leadership and bringing product to market

• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen

• Ability to identity market opportunities and develop successful product strategies

• Customer-centric - commitment to delivering high quality products

• Passion for innovation, creativity and problem solving

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required

• 7+ years product management or product marketing experience with increasing responsibility

• Experience in the consumer goods, manufacturing, or related industries is a plus

• Familiarity with marketing automation tools

• Proficiency in MS Office, Google Suite, and CRM software (e.g., Salesforce)

The following shared salary range is what Perkins reasonably expects, in good faith, to pay for the position. The applicable range could differ based on experience and qualification.

Perkins offers a comprehensive benefits package for part time and full time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Wellness programs available.

• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) 

• Flexible Spending Accounts 

• Employer-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• 401(k) Plan with employer match 

• Education Benefits: Tuition reimbursement day one

• Paid Time Off

• Extras: Employee Recognition Programs, EAP, legal services, referral bonuses, credit union access, pre-tax MBTA passes and more!

Perkins is a mission-driven community that supports your well-being at work and beyond. We are located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and less than 1 mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.

Perkins is an equal opportunity employer. View the Perkins Notice of non-discrimination.