Paul Bagnall
Telford,Shropshire
Summary
Innovative Product Development Manager with knack for transforming ideas into market-ready products. Skilled at leading cross-functional teams and streamlining processes, resulting in reduced time-to-market and increased product quality. Delivered multiple successful product launches, driving significant revenue growth and customer satisfaction.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work history
Product development manager
Evolution Home and Leisure
Telford, Shropshire
2019.02 - 2025.11
- Influenced product design by conducting thorough market research.
- Developed and implemented new strategies for product innovation.
- Fostered a creative environment that encouraged innovative thinking amongst team members.
- Coordinated with sales team for effective pricing strategies, increasing profitability.
- Streamlined product development processes, improving team efficiency.
- Partnered with R and D department for continuous improvement in product features.
Production team leader
Matrix Structers
Telford, Shropshire
2014.03 - 2019.02
- Involved in hiring decisions, securing capable and reliable talent for the team.
- Streamlined processes to enhance overall production speed.
- Coordinated team tasks, ensuring timely delivery of products.
- Trained new team members, promoting a cohesive work environment.
- Managed production schedules for increased efficiency.
- Ensured on-time delivery by rigorously following production timelines.
- Developed strategies for more efficient resource allocation.
- Troubleshot technical issues promptly for minimal downtime.
- Supported cost-saving initiatives by adopting production automation opportunities.
- Identified process failures and highlighted opportunities to streamline production operations.
- Implemented measures to boost productivity, reduce waste and cut costs.
Installation & service engineer
Filtermist International
Bridgnorth, Shropshire
1990.05 - 2014.03
- Educated clients about preventive maintenance measures enhancing product durability.
- Worked closely with engineers and technicians for efficient project execution.
- Offered expert guidance on best practices for machine operation contributing to increased longevity of equipment.
- Provided customers with high-quality service for improved satisfaction.
- Assisted clients in understanding complex equipment functions, improving user experience and client satisfaction.
- Quickly rectified technical faults to prevent prolonged machine downtime.
- Undertook a comprehensive review of installed systems for maximum performance optimisation.
- Resolved challenging mechanical issues with innovative problem-solving techniques.
- Enhanced operational efficiency with routine maintenance check-ups.
- Ensured optimal working conditions of equipment to reduce downtime and increase productivity.
- Handled large-scale installation projects whilst maintaining exceptional work quality.
- Attended site visits and inspections, verifying alignment with design specifications and safety standards.
- Developed precise design plans and construction drawings to guide project execution.
- Worked with production teams to facilitate smooth transition from design and testing to full-scale manufacturing.
- Assessed damage to advanced equipment, taking action to prevent reoccurrence.
- Recommended improvements to optimise precise manufacturing processes.
Timeline
Product development manager
Evolution Home and Leisure
2019.02 - 2025.11
Production team leader
Matrix Structers
2014.03 - 2019.02
Installation & service engineer
Filtermist International
1990.05 - 2014.03