Manager, Product Development

Kiss Products, Inc.•Port Washington, NY

1d•$69,000 - $137,000

About The Position

The Manager, Product Development/Management leads product innovation, portfolio growth, and business performance within the Lash, Brow, and Lash/Brow Care categories. The role oversees development and commercialization of new products, category and retailer strategies, and portfolio planning in support of long-term business objectives. It leads a team of Product Development professionals and is accountable for product lifecycle management, retailer planning, cost optimization, commercialization execution, and strategic business planning. In partnership with internal cross-functional teams and external manufacturing partners, the Manager develops and executes product strategies that support profitable growth and strengthen retailer partnerships. The role also owns category roadmaps, innovation pipelines, and three-year business planning initiatives aligned with organizational objectives. The position includes developing annual business plans and category growth strategies; managing product profitability, pricing, costs, forecasts, margins, inventory risks, and operating costs; and overseeing retailer-specific product planning and business management. It leads retailer line reviews, product presentations, innovation discussions, and annual planning meetings, and serves as the product-management representative for key retailer initiatives and strategic partnerships. The Manager directly leads and develops Product Assistants, Product Specialists, and Assistant Managers as assigned. It also leads commercialization planning, reviews product positioning and launch materials, presents strategies and business updates to senior leadership, and provides strategic oversight of supplier relationships, sourcing, timelines, and technical execution. Products must meet quality, regulatory, timing, and profitability requirements. The anticipated annual compensation range is $69,000–$137,000 USD. Actual compensation depends on factors including qualifications, education, experience, and location, and the range may change. The Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.).
4–8 years of relevant experience or industry exposure in a related field.
Skills in business management, market research, team management, and teamwork.
Korean language.

Responsibilities

Lead development and commercialization of new products in the Lash, Brow, and Lash/Brow Care categories.
Own category innovation roadmaps and product portfolios to support long-term growth.
Manage product lifecycle strategies, including launches, portfolio optimization, refreshes, line extensions, phase-outs, and discontinuations.
Set annual innovation priorities and align development resources with business objectives.
Oversee multiple development projects and ensure timely execution across the product pipeline.
Develop and manage annual business plans and three-year category growth strategies.
Create long-range innovation roadmaps, category expansion plans, and portfolio architecture strategies.
Lead profitability initiatives through pricing optimization, cost reduction, sourcing improvements, and operational efficiencies.
Monitor business performance, margins, forecasts, inventory risks, and operating costs.
Partner with Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations to improve profitability and support business targets.
Identify opportunities to improve product cost structures through supplier negotiations, packaging improvements, product engineering, and process improvements.
Own product planning and business management across multiple retailer accounts and distribution channels.
Develop retailer-specific assortment strategies, innovation recommendations, and category growth plans.
Lead retailer line reviews, product presentations, innovation discussions, and annual planning meetings.
Partner with Sales leadership to identify growth opportunities and develop retailer-specific strategies.
Represent product management in key retailer initiatives and strategic partnerships.
Directly manage Product Assistants, Product Specialists, and Assistant Managers as assigned.
Set team goals, priorities, workload allocation, and performance expectations.
Coach, mentor, and develop team members; lead onboarding, training, career development, and succession planning.
Foster a collaborative culture focused on innovation, accountability, continuous improvement, and business results.
Lead commercialization planning with Marketing, Creative, Sales, Retail Engagement, and Supply Chain.
Review and approve product positioning, claims, launch strategies, selling stories, and marketing support plans.
Align product strategy with retailer objectives, marketing execution, and commercial goals.
Present category strategies, innovation pipelines, business updates, and growth recommendations to senior leadership.
Drive cross-functional alignment for product launches and retailer execution.
Provide strategic oversight of supplier relationships, sourcing plans, product-development timelines, and technical execution.
Support supplier negotiations related to cost, quality, innovation capabilities, and service levels.
Ensure products meet quality, regulatory, timing, and profitability requirements.
Evaluate and recommend vendor partnerships that support category growth objectives.

Benefits

Premium medical insurance coverage.
401(k) savings plan.
Paid time off (PTO) based on seniority.
Paid holidays.
Annual bonus plan.
Onsite employee fitness center with indoor racquetball court and yoga room.
Summer Fridays.
Complimentary gourmet breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Relocation support for new hires.
Work anniversary recognitions.
Congratulatory and condolence gifts.
Employee referral bonus program.
License/certification reimbursements.
Corporate employee discounts.
Company-paid visa sponsorship, including new H-1B, H-1B transfer, O-1, and Green Card.
Commuter support, including shuttle bus program and EZPass support.
Vehicle perks.