Product Development Manager

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Ownership of projects

Clear growth path

Job summary

Product Society is seeking a Product Development Manager in Los Angeles to lead product development projects from concept through launch. You will own client-facing accounts, manage timelines and budgets, coordinate samples and documentation, and work with packaging vendors to keep projects on track.

You will collaborate across R&D, Regulatory, Quality, Operations, and Finance, while thinking ahead to prevent delays and drive forward each development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of product development or project management in cosmetics or consumer goods.
• Proven ability to manage client-facing projects end to end within timelines and budgets.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication with vendors and clients.
• Proficiency with Office/Workspace tools and PM software (Monday.com, Asana).

Responsibilities

• Own assigned client accounts and PD projects end to end, managing timelines and budgets.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, leading meetings and prep materials.
• Oversee samples, documentation, and shipment for internal review and client evaluation.
• Partner with packaging vendors to source components and manage lead times.
• Collaborate across R&D, Regulatory, Quality, Operations, and Finance to align milestones.
• Think ahead to anticipate risks and resolve or escalate issues early.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing

Communication

Team collaboration

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Business, Marketing, PM, Chemistry or related)

Tools

MS Office/Google Workspace

Monday.com

Asana

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Product Development Manager leads product development (PD) projects from concept
through launch, owning client-facing accounts end to end. This role combines strong project
leadership with deep organization, attention to detail, and proactive communication. You will
manage timelines and budgets, coordinate samples and documentation, work with packaging
vendors, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients. Above all, we are looking for
someone who thinks ahead — anticipating problems before they arise, staying current with
industry trends, and taking the extra step to move each development forward. Over time, this role
may also guide a Product Development Coordinator.

Product Society provides full product development services: from turnkey solutions and custom
formulation to packaging and manufacturing. This role gives you ownership over the complete
lifecycle of product creation in the cosmetics and personal care industry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Leadership: Own assigned client accounts and PD projects end to end, managing against set timelines to execute each development from concept through launch, and keeping budgets and deliverables on track.

• Client Relationship Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, leading communication, vetting inquiries, preparing meeting materials, and managing expectations.


• Samples & Documentation: Oversee the preparation, organization, and shipment of samples for internal review and client evaluation, ensuring records stay accurate and current.


• Vendor Management: Partner with packaging vendors to source components, negotiate quotes, and manage lead times against project schedules.


• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely across R&D, Regulatory, and Quality — as well as Operations and Finance — to align milestones and keep projects moving and on spec.


• Proactive Problem-Solving: Think ahead of the project, anticipating risks, bottlenecks, and delays before they surface, and resolving or escalating them early to keep work on track.

Trends & Innovation: Stay current with industry trends and new developments, bringing fresh ideas and taking the extra step to strengthen each development.

• Process & Systems: Maintain trackers, files, and systems, and improve PD processes so data and documents stay accessible and up to date.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Project Management, Chemistry, or a related field (or equivalent experience).


• 3–5 years of experience in product development or project management within the cosmetics, personal care, or consumer goods industry.


• Proven ability to manage client-facing projects end to end, balancing timelines, budgets, and quality.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities at once.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a professional, confident manner with vendors and clients.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and project management tools (e.g.,Monday.com, Asana).


• A proactive mindset — someone who anticipates problems early and takes the initiative to solve them.


• Genuine enthusiasm for staying on top of industry trends and going the extra step to elevate each development.


• Detail-oriented and adaptable in a fast-paced, full-service environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.


• Ownership of client-facing product development projects and accounts.


• Hands-on exposure to full-service product development and turnkey manufacturing.


• Clear path for growth as the product development function scales.

OFFER LETTER SUMMARY

Role: Product Development Manager

As Product Development Manager, you will lead product development projects and own client-facing accounts from concept through launch. Responsibilities include managing project timelines and budgets, overseeing sample preparation and documentation, working with packaging vendors, and serving as the primary point of contact for clients. You will collaborate closely across R&D, Regulatory, and Quality, as well as Operations and Finance, and are expected to think proactively — anticipating problems early and staying current with industry trends. Product Society provides full product development services, from turnkey solutions and custom formulation to packaging and manufacturing, giving you ownership over the entire lifecycle of product creation.