Product Development Manager

We are currently recruiting for a fast-growing and disruptive beauty brand shaking up the haircare industry in the UK. They are looking for a passionate and innovative Product Development Manager to join their team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in bringing new cutting-edge beauty products to market.

They are a fast-growing, founder-led beauty brand known for cruelty-free, innovative haircare products. Based in the UK, they’ve won awards including ‘Best New Brand’ and featured in the Sunday Times.

With a presence in top UK retailers and a commitment to sustainability and simplicity, they are transforming the haircare and beauty landscape.

As the Product Development Manager, you’ll lead in the end-to-end delivery of new, innovative beauty products / categories, from creative conception through to launch.

Reporting directly to the Co-Founder, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to create impactful and trend-driven beauty products.

Responsibilities :

Drive product innovation aligned with brand and market trends

Oversee the full product development lifecycle

Conduct consumer, market, and competitor research

Partner with design, marketing, and supply chain teams

Manage formulation, packaging, and compliance processes

Develop and track timelines, budgets, and key milestones

Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers

Champion sustainability in product creation

Monitor and improve post-launch product performance

Requirements :

Experience in beauty product development, preferably skincare and hair.

Team and project management experience

Strong supplier relationship management skills

In-depth knowledge of skin / hair care ingredients and claims

Understanding of the EU beauty regulatory landscape

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