Job Summary:
The Product Development Manager - Bath, Beauty and Personal Care (BBPC) is responsible for all phases of new product development and product reformulation processes from concept to consumer in the Skincare and Personal Care Categories. This position will manage the entire lifecycle of the existing product portfolio of 200-300 SKUs. The PD Manager will work with the onboarded vendor roster while identifying new manufacturers and suppliers to potentially transition current products and create new products and product lines. Product design is to be consistent with market trends and business strategy while ensuring product quality and efficacy. This role will manage multiple, complex projects and drive outcomes and optimal results.
Job Expectations:
- Work with strategic partners to identify novel ingredients, products, and formats for the personal care and skincare category to ensure product quality and efficacy
- Continuously grow manufacturer base and capabilities
- Evaluate and manage the full lifecycle of the existing product portfolio of 200-300 SKUs
- Ensure formulations are high quality, cost-effective, efficacious, and meet brand guidelines
- Build awareness and communicate emerging trends in the marketplace regarding the demand for key ingredients as it relates to the organization
- Create products and product lines for platform growth in key consumer areas
- Work with marketing and purchasing to generate new product ideas and sourcing options
- Understand domestic industry regulations (FDA, OTC, 21CFR, FPLA) and global regulations that could impact our products. Understand manufacturing practices and quality management requirements
- Prepare product formula and packaging specifications for quotations and negotiate pricing and MOQs
- Responsible for approving regulatory documentation requested and prepared by the Product Development Associate and advising of any unique document requests outside of the standard regulatory package, i.e. Organic Certifications.
- Prepare and write all label COPY; provide romance COPY, while ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and brand alignment
- Collaborate in internal communication with cross-functional partners as it relates to pricing, timelines, formula evaluation, copy and claims, artwork, and regulatory
- Stay cognizant of potential sourcing supply issues to prevent production complications. Provide solutions to maintain a consistent supply and to avoid market price fluctuations where possible
- Build and manage project timelines to track key project milestones for review with the Product Development Director
- Troubleshoot and improve efficiencies through proactive recommendations for workflow
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required:
- Agility, flexibility, and the ability to pivot in a constantly changing environment
- This position requires a solid understanding of product development fundamentals with expertise in Personal Care and Beauty.
- Extensive knowledge of competitive beauty products and the beauty industry at large
- Strong interpersonal skills and to be able to communicate effectively
- Detail-oriented, strong analytical skills, team-player
- Proven ability to perform in a complex, fast-paced environment
- Work in a cross-functional team environment
- Demonstrated success in being solution driven with strong ability to think critically to overcome potential business hurdles
- Coach and develop direct reports
Equipment Knowledge:
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience with Google Business Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms) preferred
Experience Requirements:
Generally requires a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of consumer product development with a minimum of three (3) years of direct management experience in the skincare & personal care industry. Must understand manufacturing, packaging, copywriting, and consumer trends/behavior in beauty & personal care. E-commerce experience is highly preferred.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Business, or related field preferred, or a combination of education and equivalent work experience.
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The anticipated pay scale for this position can be found below, however the pay range applicable to you may vary by geographic location based on where the job is located or where you work. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry, education, etc. iHerb, LLC is a multi-state employer and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations.
Employees (and their families) that meet eligibility criteria as outlined in applicable plan documents are eligible to participate in our medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance programs and may enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan. Employees will also be eligible for Time Off and Paid Sick Leave pursuant to the company’s policies. Employees will enjoy paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents.
Hired applicant may be awarded Restrict Stock Units and receive annual bonuses pursuant to eligibility and performance criteria defined in the respective plan documents and policies.
For more information on iHerb benefits, visit us at iHerbBenefits.com.
Anticipated Pay Scale:
$84,957—$173,775 USD
Staffing Agency Submission Notice
iHerb does not accept unsolicited 3rd party ("Agency") candidates. If you are an Agency, please send any requests to be considered as a supplier in our Vendor Management System to [email protected]. Do not contact iHerb employees directly. If requested to work on a role, any Agency candidates would be presented through the internal recruiting organization.
About iHerb
iHerb is on a mission to make health and wellness accessible to all. We offer Earth’s best-curated selection of health and wellness products, at the best possible value, delivered with the most convenient experience.
We’re the world’s largest eCommerce platform dedicated to vitamins, minerals, and supplements, and other health and wellness products. For more than 25 years, we’ve been making it simple for people all over the world to purchase the highest quality products. From supplements to skincare to grocery items, we ship over 50,000 products, from over 1,800 brands direct to our customers in 180+ countries.
Our vision is to become the #1 destination for health and wellness across the world.
With a passion for wellness and a mind for innovative solutions, iHerb team members share a vision for a healthier world that drives them each day. Our 5 Shared Values unite our global team:
Focus on the Customer · Empower Our People · Be Entrepreneurial & Pivot Quickly ·
Embrace Diversity & Inclusion · Strive for Simplicity
iHerb Benefits
At iHerb, we are dedicated to offering programs designed to help our employees and their families stay healthy, live well, and plan for their financial future. Built on a strong foundation, our programs provide options and upgrades with flexibility, protection, and security in mind. For the comprehensive benefits list, visit www.iHerbBenefits.com. For our international team members, you may be eligible for benefits depending on the country where you are employed. The Talent Acquisition Partner/local HR representative will go over the benefits you are eligible for.
iHerb is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. iHerb provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.
What We Do
iHerb is the world’s largest eCommerce platform dedicated to vitamins, minerals, and supplements, and other health and wellness products.
For more than 28 years, we’ve been making it simple for customers all over the world to purchase the highest quality health and wellness products. From supplements to skincare to grocery items, we ship over
50,000 products, from over 1,800 brands to more than 180 countries, and we’re proud to provide the very best value.
Since our founding in 1996, we have been dedicated to offering Earth’s best-curated selection of health and wellness products, at the best possible value, delivered with the most convenient experience. We believe that health and wellness should be a universal right made possible through compassion and our collective action. This belief will continue to guide us as we endeavor to make our mission a reality.
As we are continuously innovating and expanding, we are committed to bringing the best in health and wellness products around the world, and offering our people exciting opportunities to build long-term careers.
Why Work With Us
Our Shared Values: Our values define what we believe in as a collective, and help us work together to achieve our mission.
Focus on the Customer - Empower our People - Be Entrepreneurial & Pivot Quickly - Embrace Diversity & Inclusion - Strive for Simplicity
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