Manager, Product Development bei Luxury Brand Partners

MANAGER OF PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT (Hybrid) 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and talented Manager of Product Development to join our team. In this role, you will work with the VP of Product Development & Packaging and all cross-functional ONE/SIZE (O/S) teams to bring the founder’s vision of product to life. The Manager of PD will be responsible for developing quality, innovative, first-to-market products in all categories including color, complexion, skincare, fragrance, etc. 

The Product Development Manager will embody the O/S Operating Principles of operating lean, prioritizing action, being resourceful AF, prioritizing shared process, crafting greatness one detail at a time and being customer and community obsessed.

 The Product Development Manager will align with the O/S Brand Values of love, self-expression, authenticity, boldness, and diversity while being welcoming, aspirational, approachable, unapologetic, and unexpected. As a member of the PD & Packaging team, you will collaborate with teams cross-functionally and report directly to the Executive Director of Product Development.

HYBRID: This role is classified as exempt from the Fair Labor Standard Act’s overtime requirement and is open to candidates based in Los Angeles, CA. While the position is primarily remote, it follows a hybrid schedule requiring 2 days in-person work at Culver City, CA 90230. The role requires working in PST hours, so candidates located on West Coast are preferred. A reliable internet connection and a dedicated workspace free from significant distractions are essential for remote work. The role requires travel domestically and overseas.

What You’ll Do:

Essential Job Functions

• Manage development of O/S projects from ideation through approval including but not limited to competitive analysis, benchmarking, product brief creation, ingredient selection, shade proposals, submission tracking and timeline management
• Ideate with PD and Packaging on new concepts
• Work closely with labs to create blue-sky concepts and present back to PD and Packaging Team
• Exploration of new ingredient stories and PODs
• Travel onsite for development and approvals 
• Participate and lead discussions in weekly PD strategy meetings
• Participate and lead in quarterly dream sessions
• Evaluate submissions and provide timely feedback to vendors 
• Build and maintain product data sheets from concept to product launch stage
• Lead Trend Forecasting and present data to internal teams
• Oversee maintenance and updating of all standards and benchmarks
• Evaluate all batch submissions and support finished goods approvals
• Organized tracking of all submissions, standards, and approvals. Organized PD storage.
• Send timely feedback on lab submissions and production batches
• Build and maintain effective and strong relationships with contract manufacturers and 3rd party vendors
• Create development timelines including all essential creative and execution milestones
• Support consumer and clinical testing along with copy substantiation 
• Manage stability testing samples and deadlines
• Support weekly vendor and NPD status on behalf of PD
• Lead product education sessions for all new launches for internal teams
• Collaborate with Packaging Team through all stages of product development
• Work with Marketing to build product copy and go-to-market materials 
• Work with Sales to build education materials
• Work with Regulatory & Legal for all claims and name approvals
• PD support for cross-functional teams (ie photoshoots, education material, customer service questions, etc)
• Evaluate root cause analysis with quality complaints 
• Help address social and customer service questions related to product 
• Spearhead all internal formula and shade testing and model testing
• Organized tracking of all feedback and development stages 
• Managing and communicating status of all projects during weekly cross-functional meetings
• Oversee comp requests and tracker for internal team and retailer meetings
• Work with Marketing to prepare pricing analysis and recommendations
• Attend industry trade shows and vendor presentations. Present to internal team.
• Provide competitive and trend insights to the PD team and cross functionally
• Partner with Packaging team to assist in component development
• Managing product inventory for PD Team
• Manage the PD rooms, retains and product trays

What You’ll Bring:

To excel in this role, you must meet the following qualifications. Reasonable accommodations can be made to support individuals with disabilities in performing essential functions.

• 4+ years' relevant work experience within product development
• Being passionate about beauty is an understatement
• Innovation mindset. Not afraid to push the boundaries.
• Strong eye for color and ability to communicate with chemists
• Understanding of timely execution to maintain launch timelines 
• Excellent work ethic, with the ability to be a self-starter and manage up
• Must be organized, detail oriented, resourceful, and adept at prioritizing and working on multiple projects at once to meet timelines
• Ability to work in fast-paced, often-changing collaborative environment and ability to pivot when needed
• Leads with respect and empathy
• Values open communication and honesty
• Strong interpersonal skills + strong team player
• Hardworking and willingness to help others
• Domestic & international travel required
• Professional and positive demeanor
• Champions the unseen and the unheard
• Makeup artist or beauty advisor experience is a plus
• Cosmetic chemist or contract manufacturer experience is a plus

Team Leadership & Oversight

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Requirements (choose what applies for this role)

This role requires the following physical capabilities:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, twist, and squat to adjust or position equipment, cameras, or set up for events.
• Prolonged periods standing, bending, stooping, and reaching
• Must be able to travel frequently, sometimes requiring long periods of driving or riding in a vehicle.
• Must be able to focus on detailed work for extended periods, which may lead to eye strain or fatigue.
• Must be able to perform tasks that require fine motor skills, including typing and using a mouse.
• Must be able to carry and transport promotional or sales materials.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, often time-sensitive environment.

Why You’ll Love Us:

At Luxury Brand Partners, we are more than just a team – we are a vibrant community of creative thinkers and beauty enthusiasts dedicated to shaping the future of luxury in the beauty industry. As the parent company for renowned brands like IGK, R+Co, and ONE/SIZE Beauty, we pride ourselves on fostering innovation, authenticity, and excellence. Together, we collaborate to deliver exceptional products and experiences that empower our customers and elevate the standards of luxury beauty.

Here's what you can look forward to:

Health and Wellness Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance along with additional ancillary benefits
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Employer paid life insurance coverage with optional supplemental life insurance available
• Employer paid long-term and short-term disability
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work-Life Balance

• Starting with 10 vacation days, 4 fixed personal days and 5 sick days (unless state law requires otherwise, in which case we will comply with state law) 
• Twelve paid holidays
• Paid parental leave 

Financial Security

• Compensation commensurate with industry standards and your qualifications
• 401(k) with company match
• Monthly technology allowance 
• Eligible for annual discretionary bonus 

Employee Perks

• Quarterly sample boxes featuring our brands products
• Employee referral program with rewards

If you're ready to make an impact and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!

Luxury Brand Partners is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race (including characteristics associated with race, such as hairstyle), color, gender, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, uniform service member status, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), or other status protected by federal, state or local law.

The salary range provided for this position is intended to be a general guideline. Actual compensation may vary depending on factors such as your qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

 We do not accept unsolicited assistance from headhunters or recruitment firms. Any resumes or profiles submitted without a valid, signed agreement approved by Luxury Brand Partners, will become the property of our company, and no fee will be paid if the candidate is hired based on an unsolicited referral.

The role will generally accept applications for at least seven calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

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