Product Development Assistant Manager(Beauty)-LA/hybrid

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and testing of new product formulas.
• Conduct competitive research on products, ingredients, technologies, and market trends to support new concept development.
• Manage multiple product development projects across various formats with strong attention to detail and flexibility.
• Work directly with contract manufacturers to monitor timelines and drive project progress throughout development.
• Request formulas, marketing samples, and technical documentation from suppliers while maintaining quality standards.
• Possess strong collaboration with cross-functional teams to establish formula performance and shade prototypes for new launches and reformulations.
• Support on-site formula development, shade matching, pilot runs, scale-up activities, and production batching as needed.
• Track, catalog, and organize formula and shade submissions.
• Maintain product development storage rooms and materials in an organized manner.
• Attend trade shows, supplier meetings, and industry events to stay informed on emerging trends and technologies.

Qualifications

• MUST have 3+ years of experience in skincare and color cosmetics product development, preferably within clean beauty.
• Experience supporting the full product development lifecycle from concept through market launch.
• Background in omni-channel beauty brands, including indie and high-growth environments.
• Experience with direct-to-consumer, digital, and e-commerce channels is a plus.
• Strong understanding of the U.S. market; global experience is an advantage.
• Demonstrated strength in color matching.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and relevant industry tools or databases.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Strong passion for beauty, color cosmetics, consumer behavior, and market trends.
• Collaborative mindset with an entrepreneurial spirit and professional presence.

Pay

$75,000K-$85,000K

Schedule

Full-Time/Hybrid-San Fernando Valley