Senior Manager, Product Development – Cosmetics & OTC Drugs

Sam's Club; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager of Product Development specializing in Cosmetics and OTC Drugs. This pivotal role involves driving product innovation and lifecycle management, ensuring products exceed customer expectations while staying ahead of industry trends. You'll collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and resolve issues effectively. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will shape the future of consumer products and make a significant impact in a company committed to diversity and community involvement.

Benefits

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Paid maternity leave

Paid parental leave

Flexible time off

Multiple health plans

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of product development experience in Cosmetics and OTC Drugs.
• Strong commitment to understanding customer needs and driving innovation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage product specifications throughout the lifecycle.
• Lead root cause analysis for product issues and recommend solutions.

Skills

Product Development

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Customer-Centric Approach

Innovative Thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry

Job description

Senior Manager, Product Development – Cosmetics & OTC Drugs

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr

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Working at Sam’s Club means a career without boundaries. There’s always room to grow, to take on another challenge, to roll up your sleeves and contribute, and to find professional rewards for your hard work.

Yes, we are a division of the Fortune #1 company, Walmart, Inc. But you’ll quickly find that we’re a company that wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Sam’s Club is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our clubs. Join us and you'll discover why our company is a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life.

This role will be based out of our home office location in Bentonville, Arkansas. Please note that this role will not support immigration-related employment benefits such as H-1B, TN, L-1, or STEM Extension.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of consumer products? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and customer-centricity drive success? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you!

As a Senior Manager of Product Development specializing in Cosmetics & OTC Drugs, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development and lifecycle management of our product portfolio. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring that our products not only meet but exceed customer expectations while staying ahead of industry trends and innovations.

What you'll do:

• Strategic Product Development: Develop, monitor, and manage product specifications throughout the lifecycle, ensuring alignment with merchandising strategies and private brand financial goals.
• Supplier Partnership: Partner with suppliers/manufacturers of Cosmetics, Over-the-Counter Drugs and Pharmacy items to drive innovation and quality improvements.
• Innovation and Trends: Benchmark industry trends to identify growth opportunities and enhance product offerings, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement new strategies.
• Issue Resolution: Lead root cause analysis for product issues, recommend solutions, and ensure timely resolution to minimize business disruption.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders (e.g., Sourcing, Creative, Regulatory, Merchants) and external partners to develop new products and renovate existing ones.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the Quality team to investigate and resolve member complaints, ensuring product excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Project Management: Have experience leading product development projects from ideation to item launch

What you'll bring:

• Education & Professional Background: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry or a related field with 4 – 6 years of product development experience
• Expertise in Product Development of Cosmetics and OTC Drugs: Previous experience in managing Cosmetic & OTC Drug product development projects is essential.
• Customer-Centric Approach: A strong commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs.
• Analytical Skills: Comfortable digging into data and conducting thorough analysis to drive decisions.
• Innovative Thinking: Proven ability to solve complex challenges and drive continuous improvement.
• Leadership and Influence: Ability to lead teams, manage stakeholders, and effectively communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Agility and Adaptability: A test-and-learn mentality, able to pivot strategies based on results and market dynamics.

You’ll Make an Impact By:

• Driving Product Innovation: Leading the development of new products and enhancements that align with market demands and company goals.
• Optimizing Supplier Relationships: Collaborating with suppliers to maintain product specifications and drive improvements in quality and cost.
• Ensuring Compliance: Promoting company policies, procedures, and ethical standards in all business activities.

Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, FTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management, Project Management, and Research

• Industries

  Retail and Retail Health and Personal Care Products

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