Manager, Product Development

Position Summary The Manager, Product Development will support the innovation and development of luxe, sustainable, and ethically sourced cosmetics. This role will work closely with a team of talented professionals to bring new products to life, while ensuring products are aligned with brand and founder ethos. Responsibilities Support Director & VP in overseeing the product development lifecycle – tracking key deliverables and timelines to ensure on‑time delivery of new product launches. Manage all internal trackers and documents, ensuring information is updated consistently and in a timely manner (shade names, formula numbers, product profiles, preliminary ILs, etc.). Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including marketing, packaging, and operations to ensure seamless execution and communication from concept to commercialization. Communicate with suppliers to coordinate all necessary samples throughout the development process. Assist in identifying opportunities for innovation and growth within the clean beauty space by conducting competitive research & analysis. Work closely with Director on the formulation process from concept to launch, ensuring products meet clean beauty standards, regulatory requirements, and performance expectations. Create lab briefs for new projects in all makeup and skincare categories. Ensure all new formulas are tried and tested, providing insightful feedback and ideating on testing questionnaires with marketing and PD team. Manage and approve pre‑production samples for open orders of products, tracking and performing all batch approvals. Oversee all creative assets ensuring accurate product depiction in brand visuals; be on‑site for arm swatch photo shoots as needed. Requirements 3–5 years of experience in product development within the beauty or cosmetics industry, with a focus on clean beauty products. Impeccable attention to detail. Proactive, detail‑oriented approach to projects, able to manage time and prioritize based on urgency. Deep understanding of clean beauty principles, ingredient sourcing, formulation techniques, and regulatory requirements. Solid project management abilities, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and external partners. Passion for the makeup/skincare industry with a keen eye for color and innovation. Ability to be flexible and agile on project changes, working with a sense of urgency in a fast‑paced environment. Can‑do attitude, willing to jump in on any task needed to help the team. Ability to travel as needed. In‑office 3 days/week. Compensation & Benefits Westman Atelier offers a holistic total compensation package designed to support employees in all aspects of life, including a robust suite of health benefits, wellness perks, 401(k), and paid parental leave. The base salary for this position will range from $95,000–$108,000. Exact compensation may vary based on job‑related skills, experience, and location. This role is hybrid, with an expectation to be in our NYC office 3 days/week. #J-18808-Ljbffr Westman Atelier, LLC