TOPIX Skin Health
New York City Metropolitan Area
TOPIX Skin Health
2024-12-24
***NYC or Long Island Candidates***
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Manager of Product Development to join our dynamic skincare team. The ideal candidate will support the product development process from concept to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful introduction of innovative skincare products.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Product Conceptualization/Ideation: Support NPD team in brainstorming and concepting for product ideation, competitive product research, product brief creation, and product package copy sheets
Product Evaluation Coordination and Feedback Analysis: Gather and analyze feedback from consumer testing panels and internal stakeholders to help refine new product formulations
Packaging Coordination: Support packaging options evaluation within NPD team. Provide feedback to Packaging and OPS teams. Coordinate packaging components and samples (with OPS team), as needed.
Market Research: Help to conduct research on market trends, competitor products, and consumer preferences to inform product development strategies. Coordinate consumer user tests and online surveys, as needed.
Trend Monitoring: Stay updated on emerging trends in skincare and beauty, contributing insights to product development discussions and ideation
Clinical and consumer skin care (before and after’s) trials: Assist with planning the key activities, from start to finish, that include survey and questionnaire creation, participant recruitment and interface management, product regimen coordination
Project Coordination: Support product project management activities, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring projects stay on track
Working Relationships
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build strong, mutually respectful relationships with marketing, packaging, and production teams to ensure cohesive product development and launch strategies.
Interface with key Topix Skin Health departments, as needed: R&D, Operations, Brand Marketing, E-Commerce, Sales, and Creative.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
Degree in Marketing, New Product Development or a related field preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 3-4 years of new product development experience or related roles within Beauty, Skin Care, or other Personal Care industry preferred.
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent organizational abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and familiarity with project management tools (Asana).
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
Passion: A genuine interest in skincare and beauty products, with a keen understanding of consumer needs.
Skills:
Strong understanding of product marketing and new product development process/stage gates
Ability to successfully collaborate cross-functionally in a remote and / or (as-needed) in an in-office team environment
Strong administrative and organizational skills with superb attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate confidently yet diplomatically
Ability to multi-task and handle numerous on-going projects simultaneously
A positive, can-do attitude and helpful, problem-solving work ethic
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for professional development and growth
A collaborative and creative work environment
We look forward to finding a dedicated individual to join our team and contribute to the exciting world of skincare product development!
Seniority Level
Associate
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Product Management, Marketing, and Research
Industries
Personal Care Product Manufacturing and Wellness and Fitness Services
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