Product Development Manager | about-face + af94
Los Angeles | Hybrid
WHO ARE WE?
We are about-face and af94 beauty brands, makeup for everyone, everywhere created by Ashley Frangipane a.k.a. Halsey. Made with intention and integrity, we create makeup inspired by and for our diverse and artistic community, for all stages of life. We are built on the truth that no one is just one thing— humans are weird, complex, and entirely beautiful because of it. Everyone has their own messy, mad, and personal method to become our greater selves.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented team member to serve as our Product Development Manager. In this role you will help develop innovative products that meet brand strategies to drive and sustain growth. The Product Development Manager will be responsible for managing and executing the product development process from conception to final approval, including formula testing and packaging sourcing. You will interface with vendors, suppliers and operations, crossing categories including color and complexion cosmetics, accessories and sampling and work directly with the co-founder of both brands.
The Product Development Manager position will report to the SVP of Product Development. The salary range for this position is $90,000-$115,000.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Support 360 product development of all programs from concept through launch
- Responsible for executing all formula, primary and secondary packaging approvals for aesthetics and desired attributes on time and within COGs
- Update project trackers for both internal cross-functional teams and supplier network in weekly touch-bases
- Responsible for tracking, labeling and distribution of all samples including benchmarks, formula and shade submissions, production standards and competitive market samples
- Review and manage formula submissions, logging samples received and formula feedback both internally and with external artists
- Support cross functional communication and attend internal development meetings to provide department updates to various teams
- Proactively anticipate issues and communicate updates and changes in projects
- Research and present relevant trends, new product launches and consumer insights to the product development team
- Help identify new product opportunities and create comprehensive Product Development Briefs, including launch concept, formula direction, shade direction, packaging direction and target costs
- Manage communication with contract manufacturers and relevant suppliers
- Research, compile data, and deliver reporting on any requested product performance metrics
- Support the retail team and sales force by providing necessary documents/information on products
- Provide product details and review all product artwork including final proofing of labels and marketing materials for technical accuracy, fact-checking, typos, design incongruence, etc. with the Director of Regulatory + Compliance.
- Maintain package delivery tracker, formula submission and feedback tracker, and PD Bible
- Maintain raw material & ingredient database and CM formula database
- Present biweekly new launch recaps quarterly trend insights
- Create texture and color mood board, and manage all formula submissions
- Prepare competitive analysis and data deep dive for product concept & shading
- Maintain master project folder regarding development (approval forms, marketing literature, packaging DTOs etc)
- Need to be available for travel
WHAT YOU HAVE
- Bachelor's Degree in related fields
- 3-5 years of product development experience in beauty required
- Beauty experience required; cosmetics experience preferred
- Start-up experience in a similar role at a consumer brand required
- Excellent project management and organization skills, attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present insights clearly
- Thrives in an entrepreneurial, start-up environment
- Confident navigating through fast-paced, competing workstreams
- Based in Los Angeles
WHAT WE OFFER
- Unlimited PTO
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K
- Company Gratis
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Hybrid working
- Monthly Class Pass