Dean Wickes
BRIAR HILL,Victoria
Summary
Innovative Product Development Manager known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in market analysis, prototyping, and cross-functional team leadership. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless progress from concept to launch.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Development Manager
Safari 4x4 Engineering P/L
CROYDON SOUTH , Victoria
1994.05 - Current
- Maintained project timelines and budgets while ensuring quality standards.
- Managed vendor relationships related to product development initiatives.
- Created product demos for clients and internal stakeholders.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the product development cycle.
- Implemented creative solutions for complex problems in a timely manner.
- Established timelines for each phase of product development process.
- Prepared cost analysis reports on new product development.
- Facilitated meetings between stakeholders to discuss project status updates.
- Assessed projects against budgets and timelines, keeping team and assignments on task.
Education
Successfully Completed Year 11
Eltham High School
Eltham, VIC1983-11
Skills
- Manufacturing expertise
- Vendor Relations
- Project Management
- Product issue resolution
- Design thinking
- Cost Estimations
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Written Communication
- Continuous Improvement
- Staff Management
- Time management abilities
- Self Motivation
Position Responsibilities
- Operation and maintenance of ROMER 3D Laser Scanner
- Operation and maintenance of Fortus 450mc Industrial FDM 3D Printer
- Operation and maintenance of FME1200P Flow bench
- New Product Developments (Design to Production)
- Quotations from suppliers
- Product Costings
- Bills of Material (Entering and Updating) via Pronto Software System
- Purchasing of Prototype Parts including Pre-production
- Liaising with Toolmakers and Suppliers (Local and Overseas)
- Approving and signing off of sample parts
- Product installation instructions
- Quality control
- SOP Development and Documentation
- Staff supervision and training
- OH&S function
- Travelling overseas, 3D Laser Scanning of vehicles in multiple countries
- Travelling overseas, fitting of prototype parts to vehicles
- Travelling overseas, fitment of off-tool sample parts for approval
Achievements
- Implementation of Efficient Workflow Practices
- Improvement & Compliance of OH&S to ensure safe working environment
- Improvement to work areas
Computer Proficiency
- Pronto Software System
- Microsoft Office suite
Interests
- Family and Friends
- Sports in General, Water Skiing, AFL Football, Basketball
- Fishing, Camping
- Travel
- Music
Miscellaneous
- Current Driver's Licence
- Excellent Health (non-smoker)
Timeline
Product Development Manager
Safari 4x4 Engineering P/L
1994.05 - Current
Successfully Completed Year 11
Eltham High School
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