Product Development Coordinator

Tarte Cosmetics

. Own the end-to-end sample management process: request, receive, label, organize, track, and distribute samples for formulas .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $66,350 - $66,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing the end-to-end sample management process, supporting product development initiatives, and maintaining project timelines. Proficient in communication and collaboration with internal teams and external vendors to ensure effective feedback and product performance tracking.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sample ManagementProduct Development SupportOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Sample TrackingFormula TestingBatch TrackingDatabase ManagementColor Matching

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProactive Problem SolvingAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationCan-Do Attitude

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelDatabase Tracking Tools

Industry Keywords

Beauty IndustryCosmeticsProduct SamplesInternal ReviewsVendor Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the end-to-end sample management process: request, receive, label, organize, track, and distribute samples for formulas
Support the Product Development team with new product development initiatives and cross-functional collaboration
Maintain and organize Product Development sample libraries, internal formula feedback, photo trackers, and batch trackers
Coordinate and prepare samples for internal reviews, vendor meetings, market week meetings, and pre-launch activities
Track and document feedback from internal teams and relay it to external vendors
Support formula testing, model try-ons, compatibility testing, and internal feedback analysis
Manage daily package intake and outbound shipments; send daily package update emails
Assist in maintaining project timelines
Schedule and attend vendor presentations in the office and at trade shows; prepare product meeting recaps
Help track product performance from development through reorder batches
Maintain organization of artwork/photo samples and contribute to image database management
Provide administrative support, including travel booking and expense report submission

Requirements

What you’ll need

1-2 years of full-time experience in beauty, cosmetics, or a related industry preferred (color matching experience preferred)
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Familiarity with product samples, submissions, and cosmetics formulas a plus
Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and vendor communication
Highly proactive, solution-oriented, and adaptable to evolving priorities
Collaborative, team-player mindset with a can-do attitude
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Excel and database tracking tools
Ability to travel occasionally and attend in-person meetings or labs as needed
Occasional off-hours availability for international calls and lab communication

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision
401K plan
Access to health & wellness programs
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Summer Fridays
Birthdays off
Volunteer time
Makeup gratis
Employee discount on tarte.com
Team give back initiatives
Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment