Omar Nuboer, MS '17
Product Developer, Supara Group
What motivates you?
Making useful products that add value to people's lives.
10,000 foot view - your job in 100 words or less!
I look after the complete product development process for a retail group called the Supara Group. My job is to make sure each new project or product being developed is done so on time and in an efficient manner. I design processes and resources that give our project managers great tools to manage projects and give management a clear overview to assess, critique and steer new product developments from ideas all the way to successful launches.
As a product developer overseas, share your key priorities in that role.
Communication is key. I work across all departments and need to make sure that each department understands the overarching insight that led to the creation of the project and make sure that that insight does not get lost in product design and/or communication to the customer.
Name one exciting innovation in the marketplace.
Yarn produced by fermentation of sugars and microbes will have a big impact as it relates to sustainability. "Spiber" is a company to keep a close eye on.
One thing you own you would like to get rid of?
A bad habit! I eat too many sweets. I would like to get rid of my strong cravings for chocolate!