Product Development Assistant Manager

***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!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: Remote