Product Developer, Personal Care

American Exchange Group • New York, NY

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Product Developer to join our Personal Care Division, reporting to the VP of Product Development & Merchandising. This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end development process for a range of personal care products, including loofahs, bath sponges, towels, beauty tools, nail tools, and related accessories.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Industrial Design, Packaging, Cosmetics Science, Merchandising, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in product development within personal care, beauty, cosmetics, fashion accessories, or a related consumer goods category.
• Experience managing end-to-end product development from concept through production.
• Knowledge of packaging development, including components, materials, finishes, and secondary packaging.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with design, production, sourcing, and sales teams.
• Experience working directly with overseas vendors and manufacturers, providing sample feedback and managing revisions.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to track multiple development timelines simultaneously.
• Experience sourcing new packaging components, materials, and production techniques.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly document and communicate detailed feedback to vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end product development for personal care items including implements, accessories, and liquid formulations from concept through production.
• Partner closely with the design team to review samples, ensuring design intent, functionality, and quality standards are met.
• Communicate detailed sample feedback to vendors and manage the revision process to ensure accurate execution.
• Track and manage sample timelines, ensuring samples are delivered to retail customers in a timely manner.
• Develop and execute packaging design direction, including component selection, materials, finishes, and secondary packaging.
• Collaborate with production team to ensure a smooth transition from development to production, resolving issues as needed.
• Partner with vendors and manufacturers to confirm product feasibility, meet cost targets, and adhere to development timelines.
• Execute packaging design direction, including component selection, materials, finishes, and secondary packaging.
• Source new packaging components, materials, and techniques in partnership with vendors and manufacturers.
• Track development timelines and proactively follow up with vendors to ensure on-time sample delivery for customer meetings and line reviews.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Half Day Fridays with shortened hours during both Summer and Winter seasons
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• Exclusive employee merchandise discounts

What This Job Offers

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