Senior Product Manager

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. Strategic and creative ownership of the product roadmap .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeCologne • GermanySeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strategic and creative ownership of product roadmaps, with a strong focus on product management within the D2C, FMCG, or beauty sectors. Proficient in analyzing market trends, managing product KPIs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product innovation and quality improvements.

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Product ManagementSkincare ExpertiseCategory ManagementData-Driven Strategy DevelopmentFluent German and English

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Hard Skills

Product Roadmap DevelopmentMarket AnalysisKPI MonitoringMargin CalculationsProduct DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceTrend IdentificationPerformance Data AnalysisProduct Concept DevelopmentNegotiation with External Partners

Soft Skills

Creative ThinkingCollaborationStrategic ThinkingCommunication

Industry Keywords

D2C BrandFMCGBeauty IndustryConsumer NeedsProduct LaunchSkincare FormulationsIngredientsFragrance HousesInternational Portfolio AdaptationsCustomer Feedback

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Strategic and creative ownership of the product roadmap
End-to-end ownership of new product development within the category, from ideation and concept development through to market launch
Development of future-proof product concepts
Ongoing evaluation and optimization of existing products
Driving quality improvements and strategically developing the category
Analyzing market, trend, and competitor data, as well as customer feedback
Identifying emerging product trends at an early stage and translating them into innovations
Monitoring relevant product KPIs, including unit sales, revenue, margins, and contribution margins
Deriving data-driven recommendations for the existing and future product portfolio
Agile collaboration with Procurement/Operations, Brand/Marketing, and Sales
Independently managing external partners, including manufacturers, formulators, suppliers, and fragrance houses
Driving strategic launches and international portfolio adaptations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of substantial professional experience in Product Management, specifically within a D2C brand, FMCG, or beauty environment
Practical experience and in-depth expertise in skincare, including formulations, ingredients, regulatory requirements, and textures
Strong understanding of category management
Passion for global beauty trends and a strong feel for consumer needs
Confident handling of product KPIs, margin calculations, and performance data
Ability to derive strategies from data
Experience negotiating and coordinating with external partners and internal stakeholders
Fluent German and English, both written and spoken

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fair compensation based on your qualifications and experience
A true ownership role with a high level of trust and room to shape the business
Growth potential: take on responsibility and contribute your ideas directly
€1,300 annual professional development budget for your personal growth
Nilo Health, because mental health matters to us—and your access is included
Urban Sports membership
Co-working space or home office equipment, with costs covered
Team events across Europe