David Hyde
Over 20 years of progressive experience managing various projects and groups in a variety of industries, markets, and fast-paced environments. Superior leadership skills, practiced in directing cross-functional global teams to deploy product development, sourcing and manufacturing best practices. I have acquired a strong mix of business ad technical skills that can lead diverse teams to new levels of success.
Product Development Product Management. Brand Building Global Sourcing Operations
Education
Undergraduate
Graduate
Professional Experience
Staples, Inc.
Framingham, MA
Product Development Manager
Associate Manager Product Development
Senior Product Development Specialist
Shenzhen, China
Director, Product Development, Sourcing and Manufacturing
Staples Brand Consulting
Walmart, Inc.
Bentonville, AR
Director Product Development
Zagg, Inc
Springdale, AR (remote)
Sr. Director Product Development
2007
2012
2016
2022
2024
Orbit Innovations
Springdale, AR (remote)
Product & Business Lead
Summary of Qualifications
Below are a few highlights from my career. More detail is available on my resume, which can be downloaded at the bottom of the page.
Track Record of Delivering Results
While Director of Product Development at Walmart, I lead the rebrand and relaunch on the onn brand, and grew it to over a $2B brand.
Proven Experience as a Leader
Have lead and managed cross-functional teams across PD, PM, Brand, Operations, Sales, and Merchandising.
International Experience
I spent about 4-years as an expat living in Shenzhen, China, running the Product Development, Sourcing and Manufacturing teams for Staples, Inc.
Don't Take My Word For It
”I am extremely fortunate to work with a standout talent like Dave. I have worked with Dave at Staples for 7 years and together we have brought many exciting product lines to market. Dave's ability to manage multiple projects and product teams made a dramatic difference in the productivity level of the department. While Dave worked for 3 years at Staples Asia he always impressed Sr. leaders during their visits and made them feel right at home. Any employee would be lucky to have Dave as a manager”
- Robert McAdams
”Dave is a consummate professional. Over the three years I worked with him, his communication style, attention to detail, fairness and professionalism was best of breed. He is destined to go a long way.”
- Ed Petersen
Skills
Executive & Strategic Leadership
P&L Ownership
Portfolio Management
Category Management
Strategic Planning (Annual / 3-Year Roadmaps)
Board & Executive Communication
Product & Innovation
Product Lifecycle Management
New Product Development
Stage-Gate Process
Cost Engineering
SKU Rationalization
Packaging Strategy
Commercial & Merchandising
Assortment Planning
Omnichannel Merchandising
Private Label Development
Brand Positioning & Architecture
Demand Forecasting
Operations & Sourcing Skills
Global Sourcing Strategy
Vendor Negotiation
Supplier Development
Contract Manufacturing
Margin Improvement Initiatives
Supply Chain Optimization
Financial & Analytical Skills
Financial Modeling
Budgeting & Forecasting
KPI Development & Dashboarding
Data-Driven Decision Making
ROI Analysis
Marketing & Growth Skills
Brand Development
Market Research
Pricing & Promotional Analysis
Digital Commerce Strategy
Customer Acquisition Strategy
Leadership & Organizational
Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Organizational Design
Talent Development & Coaching
Performance Management
Executive Stakeholder Alignment
Software
Microsoft Office
Autodesk Fusion
Contact Me
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