Product Associate

Kiss Beauty Group; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Medical Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Summer Fridays

Relocation Support

Visa Sponsorships

Job summary

Kiss Nail Products, Inc. in New York is seeking a strategic Associate to support lash product innovation, development, and lifecycle management across domestic and international markets.

You will help drive category growth through market analysis, product planning, and cross-functional execution while supporting retailer programs and global collaboration to deliver consumer-relevant solutions. Responsibilities include coordinating packaging updates, pricing inputs, regional adaptations, and

Qualifications

• Experience in category planning and cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with market analysis and retail/channel strategy.
• Ability to support global collaboration and localization.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of lash category strategies aligned with global brand goals and regional market needs.
• Coordinate product development tasks including packaging updates, pricing inputs, and regional adaptation needs.
• Partner with domestic and international teams—including R&D, sourcing, packaging, and design—to ensure alignment on product specs, timelines, and market requirements.
• Assist in preparing product samples and presentations for domestic and international partners.
• Track competitor activity and beauty trends across global markets.

Skills

Category Planning

Collaboration

Communication

Global Mindset

Market Trend Research

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S)

Bachelor of Science (B.S)

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Associate to support the innovation, development, and lifecycle management of our lash product portfolio across domestic and international markets. This role will help drive category growth by assisting in product planning, market analysis, and cross-functional execution, while supporting retailer programs and global collaboration to deliver consumer-relevant solutions.

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Associate to support the innovation, development, and lifecycle management of our lash product portfolio across domestic and international markets. This role will help drive category growth by assisting in product planning, market analysis, and cross-functional execution, while supporting retailer programs and global collaboration to deliver consumer-relevant solutions.

Job Description

Category Strategy & Planning

• Support the development of lash category strategies aligned with global brand goals and regional market needs
• Assist in identifying white space opportunities through market research and trend tracking

Product Development & Global Collaboration

• Coordinate product development tasks including packaging updates, pricing inputs, and regional adaptation needs
• Partner with domestic and international teams—including R&D, sourcing, packaging, and design—to ensure alignment on product specs, timelines, and market requirements
• Support localization efforts for product claims, artwork, and regulatory needs across global markets

Retailer & Channel Strategy

• Collaborate with sales, marketing, retail engagement, and other cross-functional teams to support tailored assortments and promotional plans by market and channel
• Assist in preparing product samples and product presentations for both domestic and/or international partners
• Support the planning and execution of promotional item launches tied to retailer tentpole moments (e.g., holiday, back-to-school, seasonal resets), including strategy development, timeline tracking, and post-launch performance monitoring

Competitor & Market Analysis

• Track competitive activity and beauty trends across global markets
• Monitor regional consumer behavior and influencer impact to inform product strategy

Benefits

• Premium Medical Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) based on seniority
• Paid Holidays

Additional Workplace Offerings (subject To Change Or Eligibility.)

• Annual Bonus Plan
• Onsite Employee Fitness Center with Indoor Racquetball Court and Yoga Room
• Summer Fridays
• Complimentary Gourmet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Relocation Support for New Hires
• Work Anniversary Recognitions
• Congratulatory & Condolence Gifts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• License/Certification Reimbursements
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Visa Sponsorships (100% paid by the company) i.e., New H-1B, H-1B Transfer, O-1, and Green Card
• Commuter Support (Shuttle Bus Program and EZPass Support)
• Vehicle Perks

Qualification(s)

Education(s):

Bachelor of Science (B.S), Bachelor of Science (B.S)

Work Experience

Experience Range I: 0 - 2 years of relevant experience or industry exposure in a related field

Skill(s)

Category Planning, Collaboration, Communication, Global Mindset, Market Trend Research

Language(s)

Korean

Certification(s)

Not Applicable

Compensation

The anticipated compensation range is

19.25 - 36.55 USD Hourly

Kiss Nail Products, Inc., KDC GA Corp., Ivy Enterprises, Inc., AST Systems, LLC, Red Beauty, Inc., or Dae Do, Inc. (collectively, the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.