Product Development Director (f/m/d)

Would you like to become part of a globally renowned Swiss design brand – and actively shape the future of an iconic modular system? Then we warmly invite you to bring your creative and strategic perspective to USM – a place where design, identity and collaboration matter.

Headquartered in Münsingen, USM has stood for timeless design, architectural clarity, and modular systems with a global presence for decades. For the strategic leadership of our product development – and as a member of the Executive Management – we are looking for a strong, thoughtful personality with design sensitivity, technical acumen, and a holistic mindset.

Product Development Director

In this role, you will not only shape products – you will shape environments, mindsets, and experiences. Together with an interdisciplinary team, you will lead the global design and product strategy – covering product management and engineering, sustainability, and IP rights. You create the framework in which ideas evolve, perspectives are integrated, and innovation takes form. Your thinking is consistently user-oriented, interconnected, and guided by a deep understanding of brand identity, functionality, and impact.

A particular focus lies in the development and coordination of international projects. You will manage complex development processes across locations, cultures, and disciplines – with a clear view on priorities, resources, and strategic leverage. At the same time, you will systematically drive new ideas forward and know how to transform innovation into market-ready solutions. International presence and travel readiness are integral to your role – both for coordination and for inspiration in a global context. Close collaboration with the international market organisations – in particular with our national subsidiaries – is just as much a part of this role as integrating local perspectives into the overarching development strategy.

You bring several years of international leadership experience in developing complex products or systems – whether in the field of industrial design, high-end architectural solutions, technological innovation, or iconic branded goods. You combine strategic foresight with an open, appreciative leadership culture and promote creative excellence across your teams. You hold a university degree in design, engineering, architecture, or a related field. You are fluent in both German and English; international experience is a prerequisite.

At USM, you can expect an entrepreneurial role with substantial creative freedom – at the intersection of design, function, technology, and brand. Future-oriented topics such as innovation, sustainability, and digitalisation are at the heart of our agenda and open up wide-ranging opportunities for impact. We are looking for a personality who not only manages processes but acts with clarity and conviction. Someone who listens, gives direction, and enjoys creating meaningful results – together with others.

If you are ready to think of design as a cultural force – and to help shape the future of a world-renowned brand – we look forward to receiving your application. 

Contact: Jean-Pierre von Burg
Markus Theiler