Manager, Global Product Development, MAC
About The Position
The Manager, Global Product Development, MAC partners with the Executive Director and Vice President to develop high-quality Face and Skincare products that align with brand strategy and Marketing Calendar timelines. The role manages day-to-day product development, including formula evaluation, shade matching across diverse skin tones and undertones, and research into ingredients, technologies, and trends to identify innovation opportunities. The position manages the product development lifecycle from concept through execution, collaborating with Marketing, Research and Development, Brand Value Chain, Packaging, Creative, Legal, outside vendors, and other teams. Responsibilities include developing launch concepts and shade lineups, managing formula and claims approvals, reviewing product submissions, coordinating product timelines and samples, and ensuring clear and consistent product communication. The role also monitors market performance, competitors, trends, and new product and packaging directions, and supports domestic and international product development and production approvals. The successful candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, organized, flexible, and able to work independently in a fast-paced global environment. The position requires strong communication and presentation skills, professional discretion when interacting with senior management, proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, and flexibility for domestic and foreign travel.
Requirements
- Undergraduate college degree.
- At least 5 years of product development experience in a fast-paced, high-pressure corporate environment requiring little supervision.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; advanced proficiency is specified for these applications, as well as Windows.
- Strong tactile and aesthetic evaluation skills for cosmetic products and the ability to communicate product understanding.
- Creative thinking and ability to brainstorm ideas to stay ahead of market trends.
- Excellent organization, communication, follow-through, and time-management skills, with attention to detail.
- Flexibility to handle changing priorities and work well under pressure in a fast-paced global business environment.
- Strong written, oral, and presentation-based communication skills.
- Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
- Familiarity with social media, social networks, and related trends.
- Mature professional demeanor, particularly in interactions with senior management, and ability to handle highly confidential matters.
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional discretion and judgment.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and prioritize effectively.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the Executive Director and Vice President to present product launch options for the three-year innovation calendar, analyzing competitive offerings and evaluating innovation with vendors.
- Manage the product development lifecycle from concept through execution, working with Marketing on communication that explains the concept, benefits, point of difference, and MAC positioning.
- Manage the formula approval process between outside vendors and Research and Development, ensuring formula and shade issues are understood and addressed.
- Analyze past performance and market trends to create shade lineups for consideration by the Executive Director, and issue approved lineups following Vice President approval.
- Present concepts and innovation in cross-functional and leadership meetings.
- Review and redirect product submissions until desired attributes and performance are achieved, from lab standard through first production.
- Develop targeted Face and Skin launches with the Executive Director that address trends and broader objectives and insights.
- Propose market white-space and anniversary opportunities to the Executive Director.
- Manage the claims process from Product Profile origination through cross-functional alignment and final claims and language approval with Legal.
- Coordinate with Marketing, Research and Development, Brand Value Chain, Packaging, and Creative to support product introduction and execution in market.
- Coordinate with Brand Value Chain to ensure key timetable dates are met.
- Participate in domestic and international on-site shade and formula development and production approvals.
- Review artist- and consumer-facing copy with Marketing to ensure consistency and clear benefit communication hierarchy.
- Manage distribution of sample products to Marketing and other counterparts after lab standards are established.
- Purchase, evaluate, and track new competitive Face and Skin products where applicable.
- Track trends and competitors, and participate in brainstorming for new product concepts.
- Attend industry conferences and lectures to stay informed about product and packaging trends and present findings to the larger team.
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.
- Participation in a competitive bonus program, with potential for overachievement based on performance and company results.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
