Hybrid New Product Development Manager – Skincare

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About the role

  • NPD Manager leading product development from concept to launch at Sand & Sky in skincare. Managing timelines, budgets, and product lifecycle in a hybrid role in London.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end NPD process from ideation through to launch, managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards
  • Identify market trends, consumer insights, and whitespace opportunities in skincare/beauty
  • Develop product briefs and collaborate with R&D partners and contract manufacturers to create innovative formulations
  • Manage relationships with suppliers, labs, and packaging vendors to ensure quality and cost-efficiency
  • Coordinate stability testing, regulatory compliance, and claims substantiation
  • Work closely with Marketing on positioning, packaging design, and launch strategy
  • Manage product costs, margins, and MOQs to meet commercial targets
  • Stay current on ingredient trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory changes in key markets (US, UK, AU, EU)
  • Support existing product improvements, reformulations, and line extensions

Requirements

  • 3+ years of NPD experience in skincare, beauty, haircare, or personal care
  • Proven track record of launching successful products in competitive beauty markets
  • Strong understanding of cosmetic formulation, ingredients, and manufacturing processes
  • Experience with regulatory requirements across US, EU, UK, and Australian markets
  • Excellent project management skills with ability to manage multiple launches simultaneously
  • Experience working with contract manufacturers and third-party labs
  • Strong commercial acumen with understanding of margin optimization and cost negotiation
  • Passion for skincare and a finger on the pulse of industry trends
  • Nice to Have
  • Cosmetic science degree or equivalent qualification
  • Experience with DTC/e-commerce brands
  • Experience launching on Amazon marketplace
  • Knowledge of clean/natural beauty formulation and claims
  • Experience with sustainability initiatives and eco-friendly packaging

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Job title

New Product Development Manager – Skincare

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

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Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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