Product Development Manager

Easy And Fast To Upload Your CV; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cosmetics company is seeking an experienced Product Development Manager to oversee the lifecycle of new perfume and cosmetic products. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years in the cosmetics industry, strong project management and leadership skills, and a deep understanding of fragrance formulation. Responsibilities include managing the development process, collaborating with multiple departments, and ensuring product quality and compliance. This position offers a dynamic environment to drive innovative product initiatives in alignment with market trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or related field required.
• 8+ years of experience in product development in cosmetics or perfume industry.
• Strong knowledge of fragrance formulation and industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee product development lifecycle from conception to launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product strategies.
• Monitor product performance post-launch and implement improvements.

Skills

Project management

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Market trend analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cosmetic Science or related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Product Development Manager to lead our product development initiatives within the perfume or cosmetics sector. This role involves overseeing the entire lifecycle of product creation from conceptualization and formulation to launch and market introduction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cosmetic science fragrance formulation or related fields combined with project management and leadership skills to drive new product innovations that align with market trends and consumer needs.

Key Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Innovation

• Develop and execute product development strategies aligned with company goals and market demands.
• Identify emerging trends, customer preferences and competitive landscape to inform new product ideas.
• Collaborate with marketing, R&D and sales teams to define product concepts and unique selling propositions.

Product Development Lifecycle Management

• Lead the end-to-end development process for new perfume products including ideation, formulation, testing, packaging and launch.
• Manage timelines, budgets and resources to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within scope.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers/vendors for sample development/testing, regulatory compliance and production.

Technical Expertise & Quality Assurance

• Oversee formulation development ensuring safety, efficacy, stability and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure all products meet quality standards and certifications required by industry regulations.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges during product development phases.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, mentor and develop the product development team members.
• Foster cross‑functional collaboration with marketing, sales, supply chain, regulatory affairs and manufacturing departments.
• Communicate progress and challenges effectively to senior management.

Market Launch & Post‑Launch Monitoring

• Collaborate with marketing for successful product launches including packaging design and promotional materials.
• Monitor product performance post‑launch and implement improvements based on customer feedback and sales data.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field. Advanced degrees preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in product development within the perfume or cosmetics industry.
• Strong knowledge of fragrance formulation, cosmetic ingredient functionality, industry regulations and quality standards.
• Proven track record of managing multiple product development projects from concept to launch.
• Excellent project management skills and experience using relevant tools/software.
• Strong leadership abilities with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Exceptional communication, problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Passion for beauty trends, innovation and consumer insights.