Product Developer

Slate Brands; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 52,348; Part time

Job summary

A digital beauty brand incubator is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Product Development Specialist to support product development projects. This part-time role is remote and involves project management, cross-functional coordination, and supplier liaison. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and high attention to detail. Compensation ranges from $20-$38 per hour, depending on experience, with significant growth potential.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in product development, project coordination, or a related field.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Track and execute daily tasks to keep development timelines on schedule.
• Act as a liaison between packaging, regulatory, design, and product development teams.
• Connect internal teams with suppliers, manufacturers, and agencies.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Product Development – Part-Time

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Product Development Specialist to support the day‑to‑day execution of ongoing product development projects. This role will function as a key coordination point across packaging, regulatory, design, and development timelines, while providing creative and operational support to our brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day project management – track and execute daily tasks to keep development timelines on schedule.
• Cross‑functional coordination – act as a liaison between packaging, regulatory, design, and product development teams to maintain alignment.
• Internal & external liaison – connect internal teams with suppliers, manufacturers, fragrance houses, and agencies.
• Creative brand support – provide hands‑on creative and organizational support to brand teams throughout the product development process.
• Supplier & factory coordination – work with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure products are developed according to specifications and agreed timelines.
• Formula & sample support – assist with new formula development, manage sample reviews, collect feedback, and coordinate revisions.
• Project documentation – maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of product development stages, timelines, budgets, and specifications.
• Logistics & shipments – coordinate sample shipments, tracking, and follow‑ups across multiple suppliers and regions.
• Quotations & timelines – request and organize quotations, manage comparisons, and support timeline planning.
• AI‑supported execution – use AI tools to assist with drafting, documentation, and workflow optimization.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in product development, project coordination, or a related field, preferably within beauty or fragrance.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
• High attention to detail and follow‑through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience working with cross‑functional and international teams is a plus.

Details

Location: Remote (Company office based in Brooklyn, NY)
Compensation: $20‑$38 per hour, depending on experience with high room for growth

About Slate Brands

Slate Brands is a digitally native beauty brand incubator. We strategically partner with talent and businesses to provide end‑to‑end services needed to build and scale beauty brands. Our portfolio includes talent‑led, white‑label, and in‑house brands.

We formulate and manufacture across beauty categories including skincare, haircare, color cosmetics, beauty tools, personal care, supplements, and fragrance. Leveraging proprietary data and a premier cross‑functional team, we guide development and growth strategies to rapidly bring ideas to life with industry expertise, insights, and long‑standing partnerships.