New Product Development Manager Skincare

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Were looking for an NPD Manager to lead product development from concept to launch. Youll be responsible for identifying market opportunities developing innovative formulations managing the full product lifecycle and working cross-functionally to bring new products to market. This is a hands-on role requiring skincare expertise and strong project management skills.

Tasks

Lead end-to-end NPD process from ideation through to launch managing timelines budgets and quality standards
Identify market trends consumer insights and whitespace opportunities in skincare/beauty
Develop product briefs and collaborate with R&D partners and contract manufacturers to create innovative formulations
Manage relationships with suppliers labs and packaging vendors to ensure quality and cost-efficiency
Coordinate stability testing regulatory compliance and claims substantiation
Work closely with Marketing on positioning packaging design and launch strategy
Manage product costs margins and MOQs to meet commercial targets
Stay current on ingredient trends competitive landscape and regulatory changes in key markets (US UK AU EU)
Support existing product improvements reformulations and line extensions

Requirements

Requirements

3 years of NPD experience in skincare beauty haircare or personal care
Proven track record of launching successful products in competitive beauty markets
Strong understanding of cosmetic formulation ingredients and manufacturing processes
Experience with regulatory requirements across US EU UK and Australian markets
Excellent project management skills with ability to manage multiple launches simultaneously
Experience working with contract manufacturers and third-party labs
Strong commercial acumen with understanding of margin optimization and cost negotiation
Passion for skincare and a finger on the pulse of industry trends

Nice to Have

Cosmetic science degree or equivalent qualification
Experience with DTC/e-commerce brands
Experience launching on Amazon marketplace
Knowledge of clean/natural beauty formulation and claims
Experience with sustainability initiatives and eco-friendly packaging

Tasks

Lead end-to-end NPD process from ideation through to launch managing timelines budgets and quality standards
Identify market trends consumer insights and whitespace opportunities in skincare/beauty
Develop product briefs and collaborate with R&D partners and contract manufacturers to create innovative formulations
Manage relationships with suppliers labs and packaging vendors to ensure quality and cost-efficiency
Coordinate stability testing regulatory compliance and claims substantiation
Work closely with Marketing on positioning packaging design and launch strategy
Manage product costs margins and MOQs to meet commercial targets
Stay current on ingredient trends competitive landscape and regulatory changes in key markets (US UK AU EU)
Support existing product improvements reformulations and line extensions

Requirements

Requirements

3 years of NPD experience in skincare beauty haircare or personal care
Proven track record of launching successful products in competitive beauty markets
Strong understanding of cosmetic formulation ingredients and manufacturing processes
Experience with regulatory requirements across US EU UK and Australian markets
Excellent project management skills with ability to manage multiple launches simultaneously
Experience working with contract manufacturers and third-party labs
Strong commercial acumen with understanding of margin optimization and cost negotiation
Passion for skincare and a finger on the pulse of industry trends

Nice to Have