Senior Skincare NPD Lead: Strategy, Launch & Growth

The Talent Edit Group; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Talent Edit Group seeks a Senior NPD leader to shape a science-led skincare brand's future. You will partner with the founders to define strategy, manage complex roadmaps, and ensure launches meet quality and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in senior NPD roles within science-led or luxury skincare, with a strong background in marketing, chemistry or related fields. A master’s degree is welcome.

Qualifications

• At least seven years in senior or head of NPD roles with skincare development focus.
• Experience in science-led, clinical or luxury skincare brands.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, chemistry or related field; a master’s degree would be welcome.

Responsibilities

• Shape the NPD and EPD strategy with the founders.
• Build and manage detailed project timelines and critical paths to land milestones and launches on time.
• Lead costing and financial analysis for each product, from BOM to supplier quotes.
• Protect target margins on every launch.
• Coordinate with contract manufacturers to meet brand guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Report status, risks and decisions to the leadership team.

Skills

NPD leadership

Skincare development

Project management

Costing & BOM

Regulatory knowledge

Supplier coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, chemistry or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Talent Edit Group seeks a Senior NPD leader to shape a science-led skincare brand's future. You will partner with the founders to define strategy, manage complex roadmaps, and ensure launches meet quality and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in senior NPD roles within science-led or luxury skincare, with a strong background in marketing, chemistry or related fields. A master’s degree is welcome.