Product Development Coordinator

Beekman 1802; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Beekman 1802 in Orlando, Florida, is seeking a Product Development Coordinator to move new products from concept to launch. You will collaborate with Product Development, Marketing, Operations, Regulatory, Quality, Packaging, and external manufacturers to manage timelines, run trials, and track milestones.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in beauty product development, knowledge of skincare formulation basics, INCI, and packaging components, plus experience with contract manufacturers.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years in beauty or personal care product development or related role.
• Knowledge of skincare formulation basics, INCI, and packaging components.
• Experience with contract manufacturers and overseas vendors.
• Strong organization and follow-through with multiple projects.
• Proficiency with trackers/project tools (Excel/Smartsheet/Asana).
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Support full development process for core skincare and beauty SKUs from brief to commercialization.
• Act as day-to-day point of contact for vendors, chemists, and packaging engineers.
• Lead intake, organize, and review incoming formula and packaging samples; document results and provide feedback.
• Coordinate commercialization activities including line trials, stability testing, and compatibility testing.
• Review ingredient lists, INCI declarations, label claims, and artwork for accuracy and consistency.
• Conduct competitive and market research; build comps for new products and share benchmarks.
• Assist with costing and pricing by gathering vendor quotes and tracking cost changes.
• Maintain RACI tracker, timelines, and launch calendar to keep milestones clear.
• Coordinate samples for photography, education, marketing, influencer, PR, retail, and client needs.
• Develop educational content alongside marketing and sales teams.

Skills

Product development

Vendor feedback

Organization

Time management

Communication

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Smartsheet

Asana

Job description

Beekman 1802 is the world's biggest goat milk beauty company! We are a skin health company based on the clinical science of two ingredients Goat Milk + Kindness. We create safe, yet effective, skin and body care that's Kind to sensitive skin and the microbiome. We are proud to be sold in thousands of retailers across the country including Ulta, Amazon, Beekman1802.com, QVC/HSN, and internationally.Research shows that women and other underrepresented groups apply only if they meet 100% of the criteria. We want to level the playing field, so we encourage women, people of color, those in the LGBTQ+ communities, those with disabilities, and Veterans to apply even if they don't necessarily check every box outlined in the job description. If this job posting or our company mission sounds like they'd be a good fit for you, get in touch - we'd love to connect. We believe that an inclusive and equitable environment is the right way to operate a business, and we're proud to be an equal-opportunity employer of all qualified people.Job SummaryThe Product Development Coordinator plays a critical role in bringing all new products and reformulations from concept to launch. This position partners closely with Product Development, Marketing, Operations, Regulatory, Quality, Packaging, and external manufacturing partners to help manage timelines, coordinate product testing, distribute samples, track project milestones, and support day-to-day development activities. This is a full time, in office role located in Orlando, Florida.The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about beauty. They do well in a fast-paced environment, can move between vendor issues, sample reviews, and launch deadlines in the same day, and process a lot of technical information quickly. They are comfortable working with chemists, engineers, packaging suppliers, and internal teams, to make sure products launch on time, meet quality standards, and support business goals.The role sits in our Orlando office, the central hub for new product development, where all domestic, China, and packaging samples arrive. It reports to the Director of Product Development and has exposure to all levels of the organization.You will:Support the product development team through the full development process for all core skincare and beauty, promotional, and redesigned SKUs, from brief through commercializationAct as a day-to-day point of contact for vendors, chemists, and packaging engineers. Troubleshoot formula, packaging, pricing, and quality issues and escalate them as neededLead intake, organization, and review of incoming formula and packaging samples (domestic and overseas). Document results and give clear, timely feedback to vendors and internal stakeholdersCoordinate commercialization activities, including line trials, stability testing, and formula/packaging compatibility testing (e.g., PET and other components), and track results through to approvalReview ingredient lists, INCI declarations, label claims, and artwork for accuracy and consistencyConduct competitive and market research. Build comp shops for new products, and organize, test, and distribute benchmarks to internal teams and external labsSupport costing and pricing work by gathering vendor quotes and tracking cost changes on components and formulasMaintain the RACI development tracker, timelines, launch calendar, and RACI so that owners and milestones stay clear across internal and external teamsCoordinate samples for photography, education, marketing, influencer, PR, retail, and client needsManage specs and product information for cross-functional teams (quotes, ingredient lists, label claims, web copy)Partner with Creative, Production, Distribution, and Photography teams to keep launches movingDevelop educational content alongside the marketing and sales teamsWhat you bring:2–4 years of experience in beauty or personal care product development, packaging development, or a related roleWorking knowledge of skincare formulation basics, INCI, and packaging componentsExperience working directly with contract manufacturers and packaging suppliers, including overseas vendorsStrong judgment when reviewing samples, and the confidence to give direct, specific feedbackExcellent organization and follow-through. You can keep many projects and details moving at the same timeProficiency with trackers and project tools (Excel/Smartsheet, Asana, or similar)Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceYou have:Strong knowledge of beauty, skincare, fashion, and cosmetics-related industries1+ years overall in project management/coordination of beauty, fashion, or related fieldExcellent organization skills and pays attention to detailsEntrepreneurial spirit with a strong work ethic and a roll-up-your-sleeves mentalityHandles very challenging situations with a calm, assured, unflagging approachDemonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectivelyPassionate and energetic with the ability to motivate and inspire takes Initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideasBachelors degree or equivalent experience