Junior Project Manager

HCT by kdc/one; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Wellness resources

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

HCT by kdc/one is seeking a Junior Project Manager to support our Sales team and manage beauty packaging and turnkey development projects. This role offers hands-on experience across concept to commercialization, working with Sales, Product Development, Design, Sourcing, Operations, and external suppliers.

The successful candidate will gain exposure to packaging development, turnkey product development, and customer-facing programs, while growing into a fully independent Project Manager in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in beauty packaging, cosmetic product development, project management, project coordination, or a related field.
• Experience supporting Sales teams and customer-facing projects preferred.
• Experience working with turnkey beauty programs strongly preferred.
• Understanding of cosmetic packaging components, development timelines, and supplier coordination.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Sales Representatives in managing active customer programs.
• Coordinate project timelines, development schedules, and deliverables.
• Maintain project trackers and communicate status updates to internal teams and customers.
• Participate in customer meetings and assist with follow-up actions.
• Help manage customer expectations regarding timing, development, and deliverables.
• Coordinate stock and custom packaging development projects.
• Work closely with approved suppliers and factory partners on component development.
• Track tooling schedules, development milestones, lead times, and production readiness.
• Review development samples and coordinate customer submissions.
• Maintain packaging specifications and technical documentation.
• Support turnkey projects involving packaging, formulation, filling, accessories, testing, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate formula submissions, compatibility testing, artwork approvals, and development milestones.
• Ensure packaging and formula timelines remain aligned throughout the development process.
• Assist in identifying and resolving project challenges before they impact launch timing.
• Prepare quotations, cost sheets, and pricing documentation.
• Issue and manage Purchase Orders.
• Assist with freight estimates and supplier communications.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and customer files.
• Monitor project timelines and escalation risks when necessary.
• Partner with Sales, Product Development, Design, Sourcing, Operations, and Quality teams.
• Coordinate communication between suppliers, factories, and internal stakeholders.
• Support problem-solving efforts related to development, timing, quality, and cost.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

At HCT by kdc/one, we bring beauty brands to life through innovation in packaging, formulation, and full-service execution. From concept to shelf, we partner with leading beauty brands to deliver innovative packaging and turnkey solutions that drive successful product launches around the world.

We are seeking a Junior Project Manager to support our Sales team and manage beauty packaging and turnkey development projects. This role is ideal for someone with experience in cosmetic packaging, product development, or project coordination who is ready to take the next step into a Project Management career.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of beauty packaging, supplier coordination, sampling, and turnkey development, while possessing the drive and ambition to grow into a fully independent Project Manager.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Junior Project Manager will support the development and execution of beauty packaging and turnkey programs from concept through commercialization. This individual will work closely with Sales, Product Development, Design, Sourcing, Operations, and external suppliers to ensure projects remain on track, customer expectations are met, and launch timelines are successfully achieved.

This role requires a proactive, organized, and solutions-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn all aspects of beauty packaging and turnkey development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management & Customer Support

• Support Sales Representatives in managing active customer programs
• Coordinate project timelines, development schedules, and deliverables
• Maintain project trackers and communicate status updates to internal teams and customers
• Participate in customer meetings and assist with follow-up actions
• Help manage customer expectations regarding timing, development, and deliverables

Packaging Development

• Coordinate stock and custom packaging development projects
• Work closely with approved suppliers and factory partners on component development
• Track tooling schedules, development milestones, lead times, and production readiness
• Review development samples and coordinate customer submissions
• Maintain packaging specifications and technical documentation

Turnkey Product Development

• Support turnkey projects involving packaging, formulation, filling, accessories, testing, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate formula submissions, compatibility testing, artwork approvals, and development milestones
• Ensure packaging and formula timelines remain aligned throughout the development process
• Assist in identifying and resolving project challenges before they impact launch timing

Commercial & Administrative Responsibilities

• Prepare quotations, cost sheets, and pricing documentation
• Issue and manage Purchase Orders
• Assist with freight estimates and supplier communications
• Maintain accurate project documentation and customer files
• Monitor project timelines and escalation risks when necessary

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Sales, Product Development, Design, Sourcing, Operations, and Quality teams
• Coordinate communication between suppliers, factories, and internal stakeholders
• Support problem-solving efforts related to development, timing, quality, and cost

WHAT MAKES SOMEONE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE

• Understanding of beauty packaging and turnkey development processes
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment
• Strong sense of urgency and ownership
• Desire to develop into a fully independent Project Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 2-5 years of experience in beauty packaging, cosmetic product development, project management, project coordination, or a related field
• Experience working with turnkey beauty programs strongly preferred
• Understanding of cosmetic packaging components, development timelines, and supplier coordination
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience supporting Sales teams and customer-facing projects preferred

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT HCT BY KDC/ONE

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, wellness resources, employee programs, and a collaborative environment where innovation, ownership, and professional growth are valued.

Join us and help bring the next generation of beauty products to life.