Product Developer

Twelve NYC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading product development company in Greater London seeks a Product Developer to guide innovative products within the beauty, wellness, and lifestyle sectors. Responsibilities include project management, sourcing, and collaboration with creative teams and clients. Applicants should have over 3 years of relevant experience in product development, strong project management skills, and a meticulous attention to detail. The role offers full-time benefits, including generous paid time off and mental health days.

Benefits

Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life)

Mental Health Mondays

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in product development, preferably in beauty, wellness, or lifestyle sectors.
• Proven track record managing end-to-end product development.
• Strong knowledge of materials and finishes.

Responsibilities

• Act as key liaison between creative teams and factory partners.
• Oversee multiple projects managing budgets and timelines.
• Develop and deliver clear product and packaging instructions.
• Negotiate pricing and program details with factory partners.
• Employ solution-oriented mindset to address challenges.

Skills

Product development

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Job description

About Twelve

Twelve designs and builds the world’s most inspiring merchandise and packaging for the world’s most coveted brands. Using our end-to-end methodology, we integrate expert teams with a global supply chain to transform visionary concepts into high-impact realities. As a proudly B‑Corp certified organization, we stand out through the depth of our partnerships and commitment to social responsibility.

Position Summary

As a Product Developer at Twelve, you will be at the forefront of bringing innovative ideas to life, within GWP, promotional, and branded merchandise categories within the beauty, wellness, and lifestyle sectors. You will guide products from concept to completion, collaborating closely with creative teams and renowned clients to ensure every detail aligns with brand vision and market trends. This role requires strategic problem-solving, exceptional project management, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, globally connected environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Client & Brand Collaboration:
  • Act as the key liaison between creative teams and factory partners, ensuring seamless development of product designs and packaging concepts.
  • Gain a deep understanding of each client’s story, brand guidelines, and market positioning to deliver consistent, high-quality products.
  • Collaborate with creative teams daily to integrate newly sourced products and innovative fabrication processes into client deliverables.
• Project Management:
  • Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, managing budgets, timelines, and quality across various seasons and clients.
  • Create and maintain detailed program schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
  • Exhibit sound judgment to balance competing priorities, adapt to evolving needs, and meet tight deadlines.
• Product Development:
  • Develop and deliver clear, detailed instructions for product and packaging decks/mockups in collaboration with design partners.
  • Ideate and create spec sheets for diverse product categories, ensuring precision and attention to detail.
  • Leverage expertise in materials, finishes, and print techniques to enhance product designs.
• Sourcing & Costing:
  • Negotiate pricing and program details with domestic and overseas factory partners for multi‑SKU programs.
  • Ensure cost efficiency without compromising quality or brand alignment.
• Problem Solving:
  • Employ a solution‑oriented mindset to address challenges proactively, ensuring flawless execution.
  • Apply creativity and critical thinking to innovate within budgetary constraints.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in product development, with a focus on beauty, wellness, or lifestyle products preferred.
• Proven track record managing end‑to‑end product development, from ideation to delivery.
• Strong knowledge of materials, finishes, and print techniques.
• Exceptional project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple timelines and deliverables simultaneously.
• Experience with domestic and overseas sourcing and manufacturing.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for driving large‑scale, high‑impact programs.
• Availability to work after hours or across time zones as needed.
• Meticulous attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external partners.

What you can expect

• Full‑Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life)
• Mental Health Mondays: once a month our offices close globally (that’s 12 additional days per year)
• Generous Paid Time Off – Including your birthday, personal days, time‑off around holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave
• Discretionary bonuses

Twelve Inc. is committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and everyone is encouraged to apply. It is the policy of the Company to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, disability, or handicap, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.