Manager, Product Development (Formulation)

Sol de Janeiro • New York, NY

2h • $100,000 - $120,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Product Development, leads the creation, optimization, and commercialization of formulas from concept through production. This role ensures that products consistently meet brand expectations, performance standards, cost targets, quality requirements, and regulatory compliance. The Manager collaborates closely with Marketing, Packaging, Procurement, Regulatory, Operations, Quality, external manufacturers, and suppliers to deliver innovative products with strong technical execution, meticulous documentation, and scalable formulation processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, Biology, or related field.
• 5+ years of product development/formulation experience within beauty, personal care, skincare, haircare, body care, fragrance, or related consumer products.
• Experience partnering with contract manufacturers and ingredient suppliers.
• In-depth knowledge of formulation, scale-up, and manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated success leading products from concept through commercialization.
• Understanding of cosmetic regulatory requirements and product compliance.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical information to non-technical teams.
• Demonstrated organizational agility—effective working independently and as part of a team.
• Proven project management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Some travel required.

Responsibilities

• Directs end-to-end formulation development for new products and reformulations, ensuring formulas deliver on performance, stability, safety, manufacturability, quality, cost, and consumer experience.
• Partners with Marketing, Packaging, Procurement, Regulatory, Operations, and Quality to translate concepts into viable formulas, manage technical risks, support project timelines, and drive execution from concept through commercialization.
• Works closely with contract manufacturers and ingredient suppliers to develop, test, refine, and scale formulas, ensuring alignment on quality, cost, feasibility, and production readiness.
• Defines, reviews, and aligns formula specification ranges with suppliers prior to production. Ensures capture of all required technical data for formulas.
• Identifies new ingredients, technologies, and formulation approaches that build future innovation pipelines, drive ingredient storytelling, and contribute to unique Sol de Janeiro product experiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus program for full-time team members
• Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
• Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
• The chance to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand

What This Job Offers

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