Product Development Junior Manager

IL MAKIAGE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing consumer tech company in New York seeks a Junior Manager to support product launches, coordinate project timelines, and collaborate with various teams. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of experience in a high-intensity role and a BA/BS degree from a top university. This role offers an excellent opportunity to learn and grow within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in consulting, investment banking, private equity, or high-growth start-up.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive and comfortable managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate timelines and track milestones for product development projects.
• Collaborate with R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Design teams.
• Conduct research on consumer trends and competitor products.

Skills

Project management skills

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

BA/BS degree from a top university

Job description

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As a Junior Manager for IL MAKIAGE, you will support the full lifecycle of new product launches from initial concept to launch in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure timelines are met, quality is upheld, and innovation stays at the forefront. This is an ideal role for a driven, detail-oriented person eager to learn, contribute, and grow into a leadership position.

Responsibilities

• Support product development projects by coordinating timelines, tracking milestones, and ensuring deliverables are met.
• Collaborate with R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Design teams to move products from concept to market.
• Assist in sourcing and managing supplier relationships, monitoring production progress, and ensuring quality standards.
• Conduct research on consumer trends, competitor products, and market gaps to inform product innovation.
• Organize product samples and testing processes and feedback for continuous product improvement.
• Assist in consumer testing initiatives such as surveys and focus groups.
• Maintain clear documentation on specifications, testing results, and timelines.
• Stay informed on industry trends and emerging innovations.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in consulting, investment banking, private equity, high-growth start-up, or similar high-intensity role.
• BA/BS degree from a top university, preferably in Business, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Analytical thinker with ability to interpret data into actionable insights.
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong collaborator and communicator across teams and functions.

This is a rare opportunity to get hands-on experience with a fast-growing consumer tech brand, making a significant impact from day one. If you’re eager to learn, grow, and bring your operational and analytical skills to life, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Company

ODDITY is a consumer tech company that builds and scales digital-first brands to disrupt the offline-dominated beauty and wellness industries. The company serves over 40 million users with its AI-driven online platform, deploying data science to identify consumer needs, and developing solutions in the form of beauty and wellness products. ODDITY owns IL MAKIAGE and SpoiledChild, and are currently working on the development of additional brands. ODDITY operates with business headquarters in New York City, an R&D center in Tel Aviv, Israel, and a biotechnology lab in Boston. Our culture is fast-paced, innovative, agile, and offers every team member the opportunity to drive a big impact.