Assistant Manager, Global Product Development, Too Faced

ELC Beauty LLC • New York, NY

3d • $75,350 - $106,900

About The Position

The Assistant Manager, Global Product Development supports the development and execution of innovative beauty products from concept through launch. The role partners with Marketing, Packaging, Operations, R&D, Regulatory, Quality, and external vendors to bring new products to market while ensuring timelines, quality standards, and business objectives are met.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about beauty innovation. They thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving problems, and have a strong eye for product, trends, and execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Biology, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in Product Development, Product Marketing, or a related beauty industry function.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Beauty, skincare, or cosmetics industry experience.
• Experience working with product development timelines and launch processes.
• Knowledge of cosmetic formulations and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end product development process across multiple product categories.
• Manage project timelines, critical paths, and key deliverables to ensure timely execution.
• Coordinate formula submissions, product evaluations, shade reviews, testing, and approval processes.
• Maintain project documentation, product specifications, and development records.
• Assist with sample management, tracking, and distribution.
• Partner with Marketing, Packaging Development, Supply Chain, R&D, Regulatory, Quality, and Operations to support product launches.
• Coordinate communication between internal teams and external vendors, laboratories, and manufacturers.
• Assist in preparing development updates and materials for milestone meetings.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking and monitor emerging beauty trends, ingredient technologies, and consumer insights.
• Support concept ideation by identifying whitespace opportunities and translating trends into compelling product ideas.
• Stay current on industry innovations, retail landscape, and competitive launches to inspire future development.
• Track project milestones and proactively escalate risks or delays.
• Support commercialization activities to ensure products are launch-ready.
• Assist with launch readiness reviews and cross-functional coordination.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness and family support programs
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plans
• Paid leave programs
• Education-related programs
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Competitive bonus program, with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager