Project Manager, Product Development and Launch

Deciem Inc; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation & personal days

Hybrid work model

Parental leave 6 months

Work from anywhere 4 weeks/year

Dog-friendly office

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

DECIEM, The Abnormal Beauty Company, seeks a Project Manager for Product Development & Launch to drive initiatives from planning to global rollout. You’ll coordinate with Scientific, Production, Supply Chain, Brand, and Finance teams to keep roadmaps on track and on budget.

The role demands strong leadership in cosmetics, plus a track record of managing complex launches and budgets across functions. A PMP or similar credential is a plus, with a hybrid work model often applicable.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience within the cosmetic industry and launch process.
• 5+ years in IT, Business, Science, or project management for product development/launch in cosmetics or CPG.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects across product development lifecycle from R&D to launch and ensure alignment with roadmaps and commitments.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Scientific, Production, Supply Chain, Brand, Commercial, Finance, Learning & Development and other teams.
• Develop and maintain project plans covering scope, resources, budgets, timelines, and milestones.

Skills

People management

Project management

Cosmetics industry knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, Product Management, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Wrike

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Lucidchart

Job description

Project Manager, Product Development and Launch

• Project Manager, Product Development and Launch

We are a collective of disrupters and doers, of creatives and scientists, with a mission to reimagine the world of beauty.

Since inception, our vertically integrated structure, including our own laboratories, manufacturing, retail stores, and brand infrastructure, have enabled us to rapidly identify opportunities and deliver quality. Home to The Ordinary, NIOD, AVESTAN, and other emerging brands, our goal is to create with purpose. We were founded on the principle of doing everything that others don’t. Because normal gets you nowhere.

We are DECIEM, The Abnormal Beauty Company.

We are growing rapidly and we’re looking for someone who shares this vision and wants to grow with us!

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

The Project Manager - Product Development & Launch is responsible to drive assigned projects from early-stage planning and development all the way to global launch. In addition, you will be reporting and working closely with your Senior Manager, Product Development & Launch on project mitigation, risk assessments and scope accelerations. In this diverse role, you will be the main point of contact across several cross-functional departments with the support of PD&L team, including and not limited to; Scientific, Supply Chain, Brand, and Finance teams to ensure our product roadmaps are executed, on time, and on budget.

MUST HAVES

• 5+ years of people management and/or leadership experience is required within the cosmetic industry (Must understand the fundamentals of a product launch process)
• 5+ years of work experience in IT, Business, Science, Project Management, project management for product development and product launch in the cosmetic or consumer packaged goods industry is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, Product Management, or a related field required; PMP certification or equivalent is an asset.

PAY RANGE

The anticipated base salary for this position is $100,000 to $110,000 CAD.

Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location.

WHAT YOU’D BE DOING IN THIS ROLE

• Manage projects across DECIEM’s product development lifecycle, from research and development through to product launch, ensuring alignment with product roadmaps and business commitments.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Scientific, Production, Supply Chain, Brand, Commercial, Finance, Learning and Development, and other relevant teams.
• Develop and maintain project plans covering scope, deliverables, resources, budgets, timelines, and key milestones.
• Monitor project budgets, scope, progress, and specifications, ensuring projects remain aligned with agreed requirements
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, identifying risks, dependencies, and deviations, and escalating issues appropriately.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project-related questions, updates, and requests, ensuring clear and timely communication with stakeholders.
• Define project responsibilities, deliverables, and deadlines, ensuring cross-functional teams understand expectations and accountability.
• Break complex projects into actionable tasks, establish realistic timelines, and proactively manage dependencies to support on-time delivery.
• Apply appropriate project management methodologies and consistently manage project documentation, risks, issues, resources, finances, and communications.
• Drive continuous improvement across product development processes, document business practices, conduct post-project reviews, and apply lessons learned while demonstrating strong self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and stakeholder management skills.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED TO GET THE JOB DONE

• Strong project management, organizational, and decision-making skills, with excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
• Demonstrated business acumen and ability to manage change, adapt to shifting priorities, and deliver projects within deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, MS Project, Wrike, Lucidchart, and project management methodologies, including Agile.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, Product Management, or a related field required; PMP certification or equivalent is an asset.

WHAT YOU’LL BE GAINING BY JOINING OUR TEAM

There’s a lot of good stuff that comes along with being a DECIEM team member. Here’s a few of our favourite perks and benefits, in no particular order…

• Generous Vacation & Personal Days, plus additional time off for volunteering in your community, voting, peaceful protesting, celebrating your birthday, and more.
• 6 months of paid time off for new parents (inclusive of all genders).
• Work from anywhere 4 weeks per year.
• A hybrid work model (for applicable roles).
• Summer Friday’s - get off at 1pm all summer long! (for applicable roles).
• A dog-friendly office (and lots of cute dogs to play with).
• Unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Program that includes mental health care, mindfulness programs, and more.
• Access to Development Grants & a LinkedIn Learning membership to help you keep growing and learning.
• A generous discount on DECIEM products for you, your family, and your friends.

BUILDING GROWTH TO POWER GOOD

We are a People first company that lives by our core values to…

• Play in the grey.
• Be the rabbit.

These values continue to guide us in all that we do. Along the way, we’ve been honoured to win some pretty incredible awards, including a CEW Achiever Award, Best Skincare Brand at Sunday Times Style Beauty Awards, and Most Popular Sustainable Brand by The Cosmetify Index Global. We’re still blushing!

SUSTAINABILITY AND SOCIAL IMPACT

DECIEM’s objective is to build growth and do good things while prioritizing people, animals, and the Earth.

Our Sustainability strategy is focused on fighting climate change, improved waste management, responsible packaging, responsible sourcing and product lifecycle, and water conservation.

In 2020, DECIEM established the Good Fund to support both large and grassroots charities in response to global events.

CREATING A HUMAN WORLD OF BEAUTY

DECIEM is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by creating meaningful, measurable change in the lives of our team members and in the communities where we operate. Achieving equality is critical to DEI and our future. You can learn more about our DEI commitment in our open letter, " Belonging is the Destination, Change is the Journey ".

DECIEM is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on age, colour, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are also committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted to be part of our recruitment process and require accommodation, please let us know.