Our client is a color cosmetic brand in LA and they are looking for a PD manager who is currently working in color cosmetic product development and open to being on site full time in North West LA County/ Valley area.
Position
- Manage new formula development for color cosmetic categories.
- Drive development to meet new launch revenue goals by working closely with cross-functional team members on concept development, brief kickoff, formula development, testing, scale up and first production approvals.
- Responsible for meeting all performance and product positioning attributes outlined in the development brief.
- Partner with marketing throughout the development process to ensure alignment on new product launches.
- Must have a thorough understanding of raw materials and cosmetic chemistry to work hand-in-hand with formulators
- Working knowledge of primary packaging and manufacturing processes is a plus.
EXPERIENCE:
- EDUCATION: BA/BS
- MUST have 5-8 years in a Product Development role, color and skincare category experience is required
- Familiar with manufacturing setting + contract manufacturers
- Experience working directly with R&D lab
- Knowledgeable about raw materials and formulation
- International travel as needed
