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Senior Director Value Engineering

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Who We Are

Frida is more than a brand built to support parents. We get parents. We know all about the often unbelievable realities of parenthood, because we’ve been in the trenches. Over the last 9 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to developing the tools (and sometimes the tips, too) that help simplify parenting - and it all started with snot. Since the launch of our cult-favorite NoseFrida, The SnotSucker, we’ve innovated and launched over 100 products that provide quick and easy solutions to age-old parenting problems. We also launched Frida Mom in 2019, with products to help women with the transition through the fourth trimester into motherhood. Today, Frida holds over a 70% share of its main category, and our products can be found in over 50+ countries and in over 40,000 stores throughout the US - in every retail channel from mass-market, grocery, chain drug, and specialty stores. For 9 years, we’ve had parents’ backs as they navigate the parts of parenthood you don’t usually see on the ’gram with honest and raw messaging to provide the answers to questions they didn’t even know they had. And, we’re just getting started.

How You Will Make an Impact

Frida is seeking a Senior Director Value Engineering to lead our Product Development Engineering team and provide vision and technical leadership for product, packaging and reliability engineering. The selected candidate will drive the development of market-leading products from concept through structural packaging design and execution that are on quality, on budget, on strategy, and provide a best-in-class consumer experience.

Responsibilities to include:

Execute detailed cost engineering analysis to identify possible cost-saving opportunities and conduct cost-benefit analyses. Work with cross-functional partners (i.e. Sourcing, Finance, Project Management, Brand) to gain business alignment.
Manage the implementation process across all paths to market – in-house design, contract manufacturing and OEM
Develop frameworks, tools, and capabilities and drive enhanced processes as necessary across engineering, quality, cost management and execution
Optimize processes for cross-functional team dependencies and successful hand-offs
Understand and enforce quality and regulatory requirements to ensure all products meet or exceed established specs and substantiate marketing claims
Manage product testing requirements and standards to ensure product performance, quality and compliance and provide direction to the team based on test results
Work closely with the production team and suppliers to manage and resolve issues that arise in capacity, quality, manufacturing and delivery
Scale the function by defining organization build-out over time, and skill sets to bring in
Additional projects as assigned

What You Will Need

Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s Degree in Business Administration or related area preferred
10+ years of experience leading product engineering and proficiency in the development of products across multiple categories (CPG, durables, consumables, and/ or electronics and/or soft goods) with companies known for excellence in innovative design + product development
CAD experience/proficiency (Solidworks preferred)
Experience in development of Class I and Class II medical devices
Experience leading product development for a global market with a global supply chain
Strong negotiation skills to deliver premium quality within our gross margin parameters
Excellent project management, communication, and people/organizational skills
A strong bias to action and ability to lead and excel in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and culture that celebrates the art of the opportunistic pivot
Ability to execute in a tight deadline driven environment in which informed tradeoffs and speed-to-market is key. Commitment to making things faster and less expensive, without compromising on quality and customer experience
The ability to identify and apply new trends and technologies to improve existing products and inspire new ones

Who You Will Work With

Frida is an organization that values collaboration and community. As the Senior Director Value Engineering, you will work closely with Operations, Sourcing, Finance, Brand Management, and Project Management teams.

Why You Will Love Working at Frida

Robust health benefits including:

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
Employer paid life insurance
Supplemental insurance options including Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
FSA & HSA

401k matching up to 4% with immediate vesting.
Generous paid time off program including elective PTO days, federal holidays, sick/wellness days, and a birthday floater.
Flexible paid pregnancy and parental leave.
Weekly wellness programming designed to maximize personal time and minimize time spent investing in personal care outside of work hours. This includes a variety of programming such as in-office manicures & pedicures, blowouts, massages, and carwash services.
Dog friendly office - feel free to bring your best buddy with you to work!
Learning & development opportunities for professional and personal growth
Company-wide events & outings. Team engagement is at the center of our culture. This ranges from small department-specific teambuilding or informal outings to our annual Fam Jam family carnival that celebrates the people in your life who support you in bringing your best self to work each day. We also host an annual Day of Service to support our local Miami community, and provide a variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the year that support our mission to serve parents and children.
Exclusive employee product discounts.

Frida provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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What You Should Know About Senior Director Value Engineering, Frida

At Frida, we're on a mission to simplify parenting, and we're excited to invite a passionate and experienced Senior Director Value Engineering to join our dynamic team. This role is key in leading our Product Development Engineering team, offering both vision and technical expertise to elevate our innovative product lineup. The successful candidate will oversee the entire product development lifecycle, ensuring that our groundbreaking items, like the beloved NoseFrida, meet high standards of quality, cost-efficiency, and strategy alignment. You'll collaborate closely with departments such as Sourcing and Finance to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize processes for our global supply chain. Your background in mechanical engineering and experience with Class I and Class II medical devices will prove invaluable as you guide the team in adhering to quality and regulatory requirements. We want someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and inspires innovation by applying new trends and technologies to enhance existing products. Plus, you’ll help cultivate a collaborative culture that values community and engagement within our organization. With Frida, you get to be part of something special — a team committed to supporting parents everywhere. If you’re ready to make a real impact and lead the charge in quality engineering, we’d love to hear from you!

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What qualifications are required for the Senior Director Value Engineering at Frida?

To be a successful Senior Director Value Engineering at Frida, candidates should hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, with a Master’s Degree in Business Administration being advantageous. A minimum of 10 years of experience in leading product engineering is essential, particularly within companies renowned for innovative design and product development.