Product Development Coordinator

@ Thrive Causemetics
Thrive Causemeticsthrivecausemetics.com

Product Development Coordinator

Posted 3 days ago

About the job

Thrive Causemetics is an independent, female-owned beauty brand creating high-performance vegan cosmetics. We support communities through donations. We foster collaboration, wellness, and passion in a positive environment focused on growth and innovation.

Requirements

  • 1+ years related work experience
  • Strong communication skills
  • Proficient in Google Suite
  • Ability to multi-task efficiently
  • Excellent attention to detail

Qualifications

  • Beauty experience or passion
  • Team player with entrepreneurial spirit
  • Fast-paced environment adaptability
  • US citizenship or permanent residency

Full job description

Who We Are:

Thrive Causemetics is Bigger Than Beauty™: We are an independent, female-owned beauty brand that creates high-performance vegan cosmetics and supports a community of giving. All of Thrive Causemetics' products are free of parabens and sulfates, in addition to being 100 percent cruelty-free. Through its Bigger Than Beauty™ program, every product purchased results in a donation to help communities thrive.

Thrive Causemetics is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and cross-functional workplace where everyone’s voice matters. We are committed to being pioneers in creating a culture of wellness. Together, we prioritize a strong work ethic while maintaining a positive, exciting environment where people are passionate about what they do.


Who We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a Product Development Coordinator to support our rapid growth. The role would be responsible for assisting the Product Development team with a variety of tasks related to new product launches, shade extensions and reformulations. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented and highly organized. Looking for an individual who enjoys working on several projects at one given time. 

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Work with the PD team to brainstorm new ideas/concepts.
  • Attend industry trade and trend shows, conferences and lectures to keep informed of new product and packaging directions and trends. Present synopsis to team.
  • Define quality benchmark prototypes
  • Participate in brainstorming research sessions and help track our concepts and ideas. 
  • Responsible for organization and maintenance of physical product bins which hold lab and final masters, PPS samples, range boards and other important vendor submissions.
  • Responsible for maintenance of digital product folders and PIFs including vendor paperwork, formula approvals, test results, product artwork, and other product assets.
  • Manage product sample receipts and shipping.
  • Manage batch submission receipts and approvals.
  • Help coordinate safety testing for product submissions. 
  • Help track milestone dates to ensure all deliverables are provided on time.
  • Support Product Development team to prep for weekly team meetings; note / agenda keeper. 
  • Help schedule meetings with all vendors (raw ingredients, formulators and packaging). 
  • Review Product Development related artwork for primary and secondary packaging.
  • Assist with new product formula submission forms / emails.
  • Assist with other tasks and projects as needed.

  • Qualifications

  • Entry level position — Ideal candidate has beauty experience and/or passion and excitement for the beauty category. 1+ years related work experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate effectively to internal teams and peers.
  • Team player mentality with entrepreneurial spirit
  • Proficient in Google Suite applications, Microsoft Office, and general computer operation
  • Must be able to demonstrate an excellent eye for detail
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to work as part of a team and complete other tasks, as assigned.
  • US citizenship or permanent residency required.


  • Thrive Causemetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship for an immigration-related work benefit. Thrive Causemetics does not hire H-1B, F-1 CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT candidates for this role.

    The base pay range for this role is $28.00 - $32.00 per hour with the following factors determining the base pay at offer: skills, qualifications, experience. This range provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Additionally, this role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance. Thrive Causemetics provides a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to: comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks, life insurance, disability insurance, and employee assistance programs.


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