Brand & Product Development Manager

oVertone Color LLC

. Support development of skincare, cosmetics, hair color, and haircare products from concept through formulation, testing, packaging, and commercialization.

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $70,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product development within the beauty and personal care industry, including formulation, testing, and packaging processes. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for managing cross-functional collaborations and vendor relationships.

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Product Development ExperienceCosmetic Ingredients FamiliarityProject Management SkillsStrong Communication SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Product FormulationSample EvaluationTesting CoordinationIngredient ReviewRegulatory Requirements FamiliarityPackaging DevelopmentVendor CommunicationDocumentation ManagementConsumer Experience EvaluationProject Coordination

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProactive MindsetSolutions-Oriented ApproachAbility to Manage Multiple ProjectsStrong Follow-Through

Tools & Technologies

Monday.comE-commerce Platforms

Industry Keywords

Beauty ProductsCosmeticsSkincareHaircarePersonal CareBrand PartnershipsConsumer ProductsDirect-to-ConsumerProduct MarketingINCI Terminology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support development of skincare, cosmetics, hair color, and haircare products from concept through formulation, testing, packaging, and commercialization.
Coordinate formula submissions, sample evaluations, revisions, and technical feedback with manufacturers and formulation laboratories.
Evaluate product samples for texture, color, fragrance, application, performance, and consumer experience.
Coordinate stability, compatibility, safety, and consumer perception testing.
Review ingredient lists, product specifications, testing documentation, and claims-support materials.
Support packaging development and coordinate samples, specifications, decoration requirements, and supplier feedback.
Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain on manufacturing requirements, costs, minimum order quantities, and production considerations.
Manage communications with manufacturers, laboratories, packaging suppliers, testing facilities, and development partners.
Track updates, feedback, technical information, deliverables, risks, and escalation items.
Maintain product development files, records, folder structures, naming conventions, and version control across both brands.
Document formula revisions, vendor feedback, development decisions, and action items.
Coordinate with the Product Development Project Manager and cross-functional teams including Creative, Marketing, E-commerce, Operations, and Supply Chain.
Support brand awareness initiatives, strategic partnerships, ambassador collaborations, product seeding, launch materials, and brand education.
Receive, evaluate, organize, and coordinate shipments of physical product and packaging samples.
Report directly to the VP of Brand & Product Development.

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–3 years of experience in product development, preferably within beauty, cosmetics, skincare, haircare, or personal care.
A genuine passion for beauty products, ingredients, formulations, packaging, and innovation.
Familiarity with the product development process, including coordinating samples, communicating with manufacturers, or supporting product launches.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects, documents, and vendor communications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence communicating professionally with external partners.
A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with strong follow-through, accountability, and the ability to take initiative without constant direction.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where priorities may shift and multiple projects are progressing simultaneously.
Experience working directly with contract manufacturers, formulation laboratories, packaging suppliers, or testing facilities.
Familiarity with cosmetic ingredients, INCI terminology, formulation briefs, product testing, or regulatory requirements.
Experience in direct-to-consumer beauty, e-commerce, or consumer products.
Exposure to brand partnerships, ambassador programs, product marketing, or project management tools such as Monday.com.
Submit a resume, cover letter, and any relevant samples or case studies of previous work.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and bonus structure
Flexible working arrangements
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Employee discounts
Company provided Life Insurance
Parental leave
401K Matching
Generous PTO
Paid Holidays
Professional Development