Director, Product Development

ABOUT THE JOB

We're looking for a Director of Product Development to lead innovation and launch programs from first concept to production start-up. You'll own formula and shade development across our color cosmetics portfolio, spanning lip, eye and cheek, turning brand strategy and consumer insight into products that perform for artists and everyday wearers alike.

You’ll partner closely with the VP of Product Development, Marketing, Operations and Regulatory, and with our lab and vendor partners. You'll also lead and grow a junior team member(s). This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who loves the bench as much as the launch calendar. This role is onsite in our West Hollywood, CA corporate headquarters.

ABOUT PATRICK TA BEAUTY

Patrick Ta Beauty was founded in 2019 by celebrity makeup artist Patrick Ta alongside his business partners Rima Minasyan and Avo Minasyan. The brand is rooted in Patrick’s decades of artistry and his signature red‑carpet glow. The brand launched with a mission to make red carpet artistry accessible to all – creating luxurious, easy‑to‑use formulas designed for both professionals and everyday beauty lovers. The brand is built on intentional innovation, focusing on products that elevate and simplify makeup application.

Patrick Ta Beauty is best known for its award‑winning duoblushes and its glow‑enhancing formulas, which emphasize the power of layering and multi‑dimensional color. Since launch, the brand has achieved top‑tier rankings at Sephora, with a cult following among makeup artists, celebrities, and everyday beauty enthusiasts alike. Patrick Ta Beauty is shaping the future of modern luxury beauty, pushing boundaries with pro‑inspired innovation that meets consumer‑friendly functionality.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Innovation and concept development

• Partner with the VP of Product Development and Marketing to identify, evaluate and develop new color cosmetics concepts that align with brand strategy, consumer needs and market whitespace.
• Track color cosmetics trends, artistry techniques and competitive launches, and scout new ingredients, pigments, textures and technologies for the pipeline.
• Represent the brand at vendor meetings, lab visits and industry trade shows to build the innovation funnel.

Formula and shade development

• Write clear, detailed development briefs and manage recurring formula submissions from labs and contract manufacturers.
• Lead formula and shade evaluation and approvals, coordinating feedback between vendors and brand stakeholders.
• Evaluate color performance, including payoff, blendability, wear, transfer resistance, undertone accuracy and batch‑to‑batch shade consistency.
• Own shade analysis across lip, eye and cheek: identify shade gaps, build inclusive ranges across skin tones and undertones, recommend lineups and curate assortments, then present findings to leadership.
• Attend on‑site approvals as needed, including lab development, pilot batches, line trials and production start‑up.

Testing, claims and regulatory

• Work closely with Regulatory, who facilitate safety and sensory testing, to define testing needs, provide formula and claims inputs, and review results. Partner closely with third‑party testing facilities on clinical and consumer testing, from study design and protocols through results, to substantiate product claims. Coordinate stability and wear testing.
• Ensure claims and product information meet regulatory requirements for marketing and education use.
• Partner with Operations and Regulatory on product registration and compliance requirements for each launch market.

Launch program management

• Work closely with Operations on new product development, ensuring every program adheres to its milestones and launch dates.
• Collaborate in regular cross‑functional meetings with Operations (NPD), Regulatory and Marketing; flag risks early and drive solutions.
• Present new launches to field and sales education teams, sharing formula benefits, shade stories, claims and application tips so they can educate and sell with confidence.
• Build and improve stage‑gate processes, tools and documentation to deliver high‑quality, on‑time, in‑full (OTIF) launches.
• Manage product profiles and retailer‑specific PDP content to ensure accurate, compliant product information at launch.

People leadership

• Lead, coach and develop a junior team member(s), setting clear goals and supporting their growth.
• Model a collaborative, solutions‑oriented culture across the product development function.

What success looks like

• First 90 days: You know the portfolio, pipeline and vendor base, and you're partnering with Operations to keep active launches on their milestones.
• First 6 months: Briefs, submissions and approvals run on a predictable cadence, and stakeholders see program risks before they hit dates.
• First year: Launches ship on time and in full, shade and assortment recommendations shape the roadmap, and your team member is growing in scope.

TRAVEL

This role requires a minimum of 60% of work travel for lab visits, line trials, production and trade shows.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of product development experience in beauty, with a strong focus on color cosmetics.
• 2+ years managing people or leading project teams.
• Bachelor's degree
• Proven record of taking products from concept to launch with contract manufacturers and labs, domestic and international.
• Deep knowledge of color cosmetics formulation, pigment chemistry, shade development and color matching across categories such as lip, eye and cheek.
• Strong, current knowledge of beauty trends, consumer behavior and the competitive landscape, with a passion for staying ahead of what's next.
• Working knowledge of claims substantiation and cosmetic regulations (for example FDA and MoCRA, EU and UK cosmetics regulations, Health Canada).
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to run multiple launches at once.
• Clear, confident communicator who can present recommendations to senior leadership.
• Ability to work onsite in West Hollywood and travel as needed.

Nice to have

• Experience at a fast‑growing, founder‑led or prestige beauty brand.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Bonus Opportunity
• Health Benefits
• 401(k) With a Company March
• Product Discount Program
• Flexibility & Wellness Stipend
• Paid Leave Programs
• Paid Holidays & Summer Fridays

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Salary Range Opportunity

• The hiring range for this role is $145,000-$165,000 USD

Our salary ranges are informed by verified market data and reflect our commitment to competitive pay within our size and industry. Individual compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including role requirements, experience, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Final base pay may also vary based on geographic location and job‑related expertise. In addition to base salary, the total compensation package may include a bonus and a comprehensive suite of medical, financial, and other benefits, depending on the level and position offered.