NPD Brand Innovator - Assistant Manager, Marketing

Unilab, Inc.; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Unilab, Inc. in the Philippines seeks a Product Developer (Assistant Manager - Marketing) to lead new beauty & personal care projects from concept to finished goods. You will drive brand creation, collaborate with regional marketing, R&D, regulatory, supply, and sales on concepts and go-to-market plans.

Manage NPD through stage-gate or agile processes, monitor risks, remove roadblocks, and advocate consumer insights across markets to balance creative vision with execution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in brand management, product innovation, or category development (personal care or FMCG experience strongly preferred).
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and successfully launch products in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional project management skills with expertise in stage-gate or agile development processes.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate market data, identify opportunities, and prioritize initiatives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and development of new brands, product lines, and extensions that deliver breakthrough value propositions.
• Partner with Regional and Local Marketing, R&D, Regulatory, Supply, and Sales to develop compelling product concepts, positioning, and go-to-market strategies.
• Manage NPD projects through stage-gate processes and drive accountability across cross-functional teams from relevant markets.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication & presentation

Creative problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Product Development, or related field

Job description

Unilab, Inc. in the Philippines seeks a Product Developer (Assistant Manager - Marketing) to lead new beauty & personal care projects from concept to finished goods. You will drive brand creation, collaborate with regional marketing, R&D, regulatory, supply, and sales on concepts and go-to-market plans.

Manage NPD through stage-gate or agile processes, monitor risks, remove roadblocks, and advocate consumer insights across markets to balance creative vision with execution.