Assistant Manager, Product Development – Hair Product

Vivace; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Medical Insurance Coverage

401(k) Savings Plan

Job summary

Vivace is seeking an Assistant Manager, Product Development – Hair Product to drive development from concept through commercialization. You will collaborate with Product, IPM, Design, Sales, and overseas vendors/factories to manage concepts, samples, cost, quality, and timelines for Hair Brand initiatives.

The role requires 4–8 years in related fields, a BA/BS preferred, and proficiency in MS Office. A Korean-English bilingual is a plus as travel domestically and internationally may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration/management or related field.
• 4–8 years of relevant experience in hair/beauty product development, management, or sourcing.
• Experience with overseas vendors/factories is preferred.
• Korean-English bilingual is a plus.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of market trends in hair, beauty, and fashion.

Responsibilities

• Research market trends to identify new hair product opportunities.
• Develop concepts based on market needs and business objectives.
• Manage sample development from concept to final approval.
• Coordinate with overseas vendors/factories on development.
• Establish product specifications, materials, colors, and quality standards.
• Review samples and coordinate modifications and improvements.
• Collaborate with design on packaging and presentation requirements.
• Work with IPM to support production transition and initial PO.
• Monitor trends and competitor products to identify opportunities.
• Support development activities for existing Vivace products and new hair brand initiatives.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Skills

Product Development

Project Management

Market Research

Vendor/Sourcing

Communication

Costing/Specifications

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Business Administration/Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Summary:

The Assistant Manager, Product Development – Hair Product position is responsible for supporting the development of new Hair & Beauty products from initial concept through commercialization. The role will work closely with Product, IPM, Design, Sales, and overseas vendors/factories to manage product concepts, samples, specifications, cost, quality, and development timelines for existing and new Hair Brand initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Research market trends and identify opportunities for new Hair Product development.
• Develop product concepts based on market trends, customer needs, and business objectives.
• Manage the sample development and evaluation process from initial concept through final approval.
• Source and communicate with overseas vendors/factories regarding product development.
• Establish and maintain product specifications, materials, colors, styles, and quality standards.
• Review product samples and coordinate necessary modifications and improvements.
• Work with vendors and internal teams on product cost, quality, packaging, and development timelines.
• Coordinate with Design on packaging and product presentation requirements.
• Partner with IPM to support production transition and initial purchase orders following product approval.
• Monitor Hair / Beauty / Fashion trends and competitor products to identify new product opportunities.
• Support development activities for both existing Vivace products and new Hair Brand initiatives.
• Maintain product development documentation, sample records, and project timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Education(s): Bachelor of Arts (B.A): Business Administration/Management
• Work Experience: Experience Range III: 4 - 8 years of relevant experience or industry exposure in a related field
• Skill(s): Product Development
• Language(s): Korean
• Certification(s): Not Applicable
• Experience in Hair / Beauty Product Development, Product Management, or Sourcing preferred.
• Experience with Human Hair, Wigs, Extensions, Braiding Hair, Crochet Hair, or related Hair Products is highly preferred.
• Experience working with overseas vendors/factories is preferred.
• Knowledge of product development processes including sampling, costing, specifications, and quality control.
• Strong understanding of Beauty, Fashion, and consumer trends.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Korean-English bilingual preferred.

Benefits

• Premium Medical Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan