Manager, Product Development

Kiss Nail Products • 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. This role oversees new product development and commercialization, category and retailer strategies, and portfolio planning in support of long-term business objectives. The Manager leads Product Development professionals and is accountable for product lifecycle management, retailer planning, cost optimization, commercialization execution, and strategic business planning.

Working closely with Marketing, Creative, Sales, Supply Chain, R&D, Packaging, Regulatory, Quality Assurance, Finance, and external manufacturing partners, the Manager develops and executes product strategies that support profitable growth and strengthen retailer partnerships. The role owns category roadmaps, innovation pipelines, and three-year business planning initiatives aligned with organizational objectives. It also oversees supplier relationships and technical development, and presents category strategies, innovation pipelines, business updates, and growth recommendations to senior leadership.

The anticipated compensation range is $69,000–$137,000 USD annually. Actual compensation depends on factors including qualifications, education, experience, and location. The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree.
• 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 the 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 objectives.
• Manage product lifecycle strategies, including launches, portfolio optimization, refreshes, line extensions, phase-outs, and discontinuations.
• Establish 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 programs, 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 product cost-structure improvements 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 business strategies.
• Represent product management for key retailer initiatives and strategic partnerships.
• Directly manage Product Assistants, Product Specialists, and Assistant Managers as assigned.
• Establish 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 teams.
• Review and approve product positioning, claims, launch strategies, selling stories, and marketing support plans.
• Align product strategy, retailer objectives, marketing execution, and commercial goals.
• Present category strategies, innovation pipelines, business updates, and growth recommendations to senior leadership.
• Drive cross-functional alignment to support successful product launches and retailer execution.
• Provide strategic oversight of supplier relationships, sourcing plans, product-development timelines, and technical execution.
• Support supplier negotiations concerning 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 sponsorship.
• Commuter support, including shuttle bus and EZPass support.
• Vehicle perks.

What This Job Offers

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