Director of Design Innovation
Belkin - El Segundo, California, United States, 90245Work at Belkin
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Regularly conferences with other innovation-focused team members and groups to recognize when action should be initiatedOrganizes and conducts brainstorm sessions, synthesizes findings, and disseminates the resultsFollows up on brainstorms to prototype, test and evaluate results as warrantedGenerates best-practice Consumer Insights and User Experience testing methods to generate valuable data re. acceptance and opportunitiesLeverages a variable team of contributors from research, business, finance, engineering, marketing, creative, corp. dev & external resourcesIncludes current areas of business, as well as new Sandboxes/GreenfieldsPresents effectively to leadership team to describe results of testingFurther
Provokes thoughtful discussion, and proposes solutions for future-proofing our strategies to anticipate changing consumer needs and market dynamicsCollaborates closely with GPM and SBU leaders to concept, review, trial, and develop business opportunity dataCollaborates with Legal team to pursue potential new IP when applicableAdvises and partners with PM team for PVP documentation, identifying viable use cases, design and UX goalsSupports communication to the organization to inform and inspire ongoing innovation effortsSupports evolution of Belkin’s best practices and processes around Consumer insights and Design Thinking applicationDrives progress toward increased customer satisfaction, retention, and accelerated revenue growthRequirements
Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree in an associated field (e.g., Industrial Design, Product Design, Mechanical Engineering)15 years of proven experience in physical consumer product development, engineering and UX processes, iterative product development and prototyping5 years of proven experience with software UI and UX developmentExceptional degree of understanding of consumer testing and research processesWhat You’re Getting Into We’ve got big collaborative spaces for your big ideas, so bring an open mind and leave your suit in the closet. We all are committed to creating unique and rewarding consumer experiences. Everyone is interested in succeeding – for the team, for themselves and for the business. Cross-functionally and across the company, everyone has common goals and aspires to be their best.You will learn something new or at least look at things differently every day. There are so many smart and creative people around that you’ll be motivated to pursue the ideal.Team spirit is infectious. Belkin is an extremely open workplace, where communication is essential. Not every idea will be accepted, but you’ll be asked for your point of view. Innovation thrives on multiple and varied levels. At Belkin we challenge conventional wisdom and refuse to accept that something cannot be done.We are committed to diversity. Belkin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.All candidates applying for a job in the EMEA region, please review the Applicant Privacy notice HERELocation:El Segundo, California Range For This Position $150,000 - $160,000Factors such as geographic location, academic credentials, relevant experience, and specific knowledge, skills and abilities will influence the actual salary offered. In addition to a competitive market-based salary, compensation also includes a performance-based bonus, and in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Further details can be found here.#J-18808-Ljbffr