Product Developer

Refybeauty; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25+ Days Holiday

Bonus Scheme

Flexible Working

Career Growth

Job summary

Refybeauty is looking for a proactive Product Developer to support the creation of innovative beauty products in Manchester. You will lead product development projects, ensuring alignment with the brand vision while managing timelines and supplier negotiations.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years experience in product development within the beauty industry and possesses strong strategic thinking skills. Enjoy generous perks, including 25+ days holiday, flexible working, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in beauty/skin care product development.
• Full knowledge of end to end product development process.
• Formulation experience and awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development projects from initial concept through to first production.
• Manage project timelines and critical paths.
• Own product costings and supplier negotiations.

Skills

Leadership, project ownership, delivery and accountability

Decisiveness & stakeholder confidence

Strategic thinking & problem solving

Negotiation

Communication and collaboration

Confidence

Job description

Product Developer

Department: Product Development

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Manchester

Description

This role will support the development of innovative, world-first product concepts. Reporting to the Product Manager and working closely with the PD team, you will drive conception through to reality. This role combines technical expertise, and strategic thinking to deliver high-impact, best-in-class products that are built with and for the REFY community.

Product includes (not limited to) formula, component, box packaging and merch.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead product development projects from initial concept through to first production, ensuring alignment with brand vision, quality standards, and business objectives.
• Manage project timelines and critical paths, ensuring clear planning and on-time delivery of all key milestones.
• Own product costings and supplier negotiations to achieve target margins while maintaining product quality and performance.
• Plan and execute product testing strategies, ensuring products are inclusive, consumer-led, and resonate with the REFY community.
• Leverage research, consumer feedback, market insights, and testing results to drive product improvements and inform decision-making.
• Ensure all projects adhere to REFY's quality assurance and quality control processes.
• Partner with Product Marketing to ensure product performance supports claims, messaging, and launch objectives.
• Lead supplier relationships, project meetings, and deliverables, driving accountability and excellence throughout the development process.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Packaging, Technical, Quality, and Marketing teams to deliver innovative, functional, and high-quality products.
• Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate risks across product development, quality, cost, and timelines.
• Create compelling product presentations, development updates, and recommendation decks for internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay informed on market trends, emerging technologies, ingredients, and competitor activity to identify opportunities for future innovation.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 3 years experience within a similar beauty/ skin care product development role, demonstrating:

• Full knowledge of end to end PD process.
• Ability to lead and deliver multiple projects.
• Problem -> solution mindset
• Formulation PD experience and technical awareness
• Colour expertise & shade development
• Formulation experience and awareness

Skills required:

• Leadership, project ownership, delivery and accountability
• Decisiveness & stakeholder confidence (decision-making, difficult conversations)
• Strategic thinking & problem solving
• Proactive
• Agility and adaptability
• Negotiation
• Communication and collaboration
• Confidence

OUR PERKS

• 25+ Days Holiday: Start with 25, earn one for every year's service (up to 5)
• Extra Holidays: Option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Sabbatical Leave: Take up to 3 months off after 4 years of service.
• Community First Day: A day to support a cause you love.
• Bonus Scheme: Rewards for your hard work and success.
• Family Leave: Enhanced support for new parents.
• EV Scheme: Drive electric with salary sacrifice options.
• Financial Coaching: Guidance to boost your money mindset.
• Flexible Religious Holidays: Flexibility to honour days that matter to you.
• Flexible Working: Flexi start and finish times with the option to work one day per week from home.
• REFY Product Perks: Annual allowance, exclusive discounts, and be the first to try new REFY products before any launches!
• Regular Social Events: Team-Building days and seasonal parties.
• Career Growth: Tailored training and development opportunities.
• Vitality Health Insurance: Health coverage with added benefits.