The Product Development Director is responsible for the product innovation pipeline for Mario Badescu, from product conception to final formula and packaging design. The candidate should have a strong understanding and passion for skin care, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and work well with cross-functional teams.
Key Job Accountabilities
Oversee the product development lifecycle from concept to launch, while ensuring on-time delivery of critical project milestones, budgets, and quality control goals.
Define the future product roadmap and optimize current product portfolio in accordance with brand development philosophy.
Lead communication with cross-functional departments on product briefs, copy, artwork, packaging briefs, formula feedback and timelines.
Work with marketing & creative teams on packaging design and copy that creates an on-brand experience.
Spearhead lab briefs and closely communicate with overseas/domestic partners on sample approval process and production timelines.
Support cross-functional departments with robust product dossiers on formulations, ingredients, usage, benefits, claims, etc in a timely manner.
Manage and negotiate product costs in line with competitive SRPs.
Conduct consumer surveys on products to iterate and drive improvements in future releases.
Spearhead market, competitive, scientific & industry research relevant to development process.
Drive clinical and consumer claims testing process.
Support international registration processes, including compliant artwork and claims creation.
Identify, create, and manage relationships with new and existing manufacturing partners.
Follow up as needed to ensure all orders are being properly shipped and arriving on schedule.
Work with sales and fulfillment teams to forecast and meet product inventory needs.
Requirements:
7-10 years related experience working in cosmetic product development, preferably skincare.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment, manage multiple projects at the same time & set priorities.
Stay on top of the latest beauty and lifestyle trends and find opportunities for new products, variations and ideas.
Outstanding organization, follow-through, and attention to detail.
Highly flexible and responsive, with ability to effectively manage multiple, changing priorities.
Strong understanding of product development, consumer interests and beauty trends.
Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results