Director of Product Development

2 months ago

Los Angeles, United States Cypress HCM Full time

Director of Product Development

Responsibilities:

  • The Director of R&D Operations will play a vital role in the development, scale-up, and eventual manufacturing of color/skincare cosmetic products.
  • Will be responsible for raising flags if the processes are not being followed and have a razor-sharp eye for even the most minute detail.
  • Report to the VP of R&D Operations.
  • Will clearly and effectively collect project status, adhere to strict timelines, and provide direction to the entire group.
  • Responsible for delivering on promised dates and must back up all statements of fact with data in detailed form.
  • The Director of Product Development Operations will be responsible for the creation of formulas for the generation of new business and existing business opportunities.
  • Take direction from the VP of R&D Operations in creating new formulas as well as working from client benchmarks to match texture, color, and performance as presented.
  • Must have the flexibility to manage both powder and liquid color cosmetics as well as skincare formulations. Interface with partner suppliers to communicate needs, acquire innovative materials, obtain formulating knowledge, and to formulate stable, state of the art products that comply with any client restrictions, as well as federal and international restrictions as necessary.
  • Provide direction to direct reports and follow-up to ensure projects are completed or are on the proper trajectory to be completed in a timely fashion.
  • Must have strict adherence to company guidelines, SOP’s, and good laboratory practices.
  • Write and enter formulas into the R&D formula system, write clear processes that can be readily replicated, write notes for manufacturing for ease of scale-up, and have the necessary skills to test all finished products in lab using applicable test instrumentation.
  • Have the flexibility to work in both powder and liquid color cosmetics as well as skincare formulations. Interface with partner suppliers to communicate needs, acquire innovative materials, obtain formulating knowledge, and to formulate stable, state of the art products that comply with any client restrictions, as well as federal and international restrictions as necessary.
  • Guide and lead a large team of chemists. Provide them technical support, viewing their formulations and procedures, and providing guidance.
  • Meet with new vendors to source raw materials, innovative materials and gain knowledge in expanding areas of industry research.


Required Skills:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in food technology, Chemistry or Biology (or related field).
  • A minimum of 10 years’ experience working within a technical field in the color cosmetics industry including product development and research experience.
  • 8+ years of leadership responsibility.
  • People Management Skills - interpersonal leadership, coaching, feedback, career development, performance assessments, objective setting, business goal alignment, hiring & disciplinary action as required.
  • Leadership Skills - Communication within R&D, Engineering and peers across Business, conflict resolution, meeting management, change management, adheres Leadership Standards.
  • Department level business goal development and alignment to higher level goals.
  • Significant track record of partnering with People and Culture on performance management and performance improvement plans.
  • Stimulate department cooperation to successfully complete their goals and objectives.
  • Foster a high-performance environment with a diverse set of resources.
  • Promote teamwork, collaboration, continuous process improvement, and an adaptive development environment.
  • Resolve cross department (Compounding) conflicts with a cool head, finesse and focus on business goals.
  • Objective analysis and resolution of complex people / customer / and business issues.
  • Ability to effectively convey defined vision on the department level.
  • Ability to manage through significant change that majorly impacts the department.

Pay: $120k+ DOE

  • Director of Product Development

    1 month ago

    Los Angeles, United States Cypress HCM Full time

    Director of Product Development Responsibilities: The Director of R&D Operations will play a vital role in the development, scale-up, and eventual manufacturing of color/skincare cosmetic products. Will be responsible for raising flags if the processes are not being followed and have a razor-sharp eye for even the most minute detail.Report to the VP of R&D...

  • Director of Product Development

    5 days ago

    los angeles, United States Cypress HCM Full time

    Director of Product Development Responsibilities: The Director of R&D Operations will play a vital role in the development, scale-up, and eventual manufacturing of color/skincare cosmetic products. Will be responsible for raising flags if the processes are not being followed and have a razor-sharp eye for even the most minute detail.Report to the VP of R&D...

  • Director of Product Development

    2 months ago

    Los Angeles, United States Cypress HCM Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDirector of Product Development Responsibilities: The Director of R&D Operations will play a vital role in the development, scale-up, and eventual manufacturing of color/skincare cosmetic products. Will be responsible for raising flags if the processes are not being followed and have a razor-sharp eye for even the most minute...

  • Product Development Director

    15 hours ago

    Los Angeles, United States Kitsch LLC Full time

    About UsKITSCH is proud to be recognized as a self-financed, female-owned global accessory brand built on positivity and pure hard work. Established in 2010, with a business plan no longer than a paragraph, Kitsch has grown from door to door sales to selling products in over 27 countries across 20,000 retail locations worldwide.KITSCH is committed to...

  • Product Development Director

    2 weeks ago

    Los Angeles, United States Kitsch LLC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Description  ​About UsKITSCH is proud to be recognized as a self-financed, female-owned global accessory brand built on positivity and pure hard work. Established in 2010, with a business plan no longer than a paragraph, Kitsch has grown from door to door sales to selling products in over 27 countries across 20,000 retail locations...

  • Director, Investor Relations

    1 day ago

    Los Angeles, California, United States 4050 DEVELOPMENT LLC Full time

    Job Title: Director, Investor Relations & Business DevelopmentAbout the Role:Arixa Capital (Company) is seeking a Director, Investor Relations & Business Development to support the Company's growth and development as one of the leading non-bank real estate lenders in the Western U.S.Key Responsibilities:Drive Capital Growth: Drive capital growth from...

  • Program Development Director

    3 weeks ago

    Los Angeles, United States Catholic Charities of LA Full time $80,000 - $90,000

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCatholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc. is one of the largest human services providers in California that operates a variety of programs to serve the poor and strives to find permanent solutions to crisis situations by offering clients the tools and resources needed to achieve greater self-reliance and stability in their...

  • Program Development Director

    3 days ago

    Los Angeles, United States Catholic Charities of LA Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCatholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc. is one of the largest human services providers in California that operates a variety of programs to serve the poor and strives to find permanent solutions to crisis situations by offering clients the tools and resources needed to achieve greater self-reliance and stability in their...

  • Senior Product Developer

    2 weeks ago

    Los Angeles, United States Naked Wardrobe Full time

    Join the fast-growing fashion brand, Naked Wardrobe, as a Senior Product Developer! We are seeking a talented individual to collaborate closely with the Director of Sourcing & Development and be an integral part of our dynamic team.Key Responsibilities:Support the Sourcing & Development Director in developing apparel and accessories in line with Naked...

  • Senior Product Developer

    2 weeks ago

    Los Angeles, United States Naked Wardrobe Full time

    Join the fast-growing fashion brand, Naked Wardrobe, as a Senior Product Developer! We are seeking a talented individual to collaborate closely with the Director of Sourcing & Development and be an integral part of our dynamic team.Key Responsibilities:Support the Sourcing & Development Director in developing apparel and accessories in line with Naked...

  • Associate Director of Development

    1 month ago

    Los Angeles, United States Braille Institute of America Full time

    THE OPPORTUNITY:Join us in building a more inclusive world at Braille Institute of America. We are undertaking one of the most transformative initiatives in our history, planning our next century of success in serving the blind and visually impaired communities.Through our 2024-2025 strategic planning process, we identified the next generation opportunities...

  • Associate Director of Development

    4 weeks ago

    Los Angeles, United States Braille Institute of America Full time

    THE OPPORTUNITY:Join us in building a more inclusive world at Braille Institute of America. We are undertaking one of the most transformative initiatives in our history, planning our next century of success in serving the blind and visually impaired communities.Through our 2024-2025 strategic planning process, we identified the next generation opportunities...

  • Senior Product Developer

    3 weeks ago

    Los Angeles, United States The Workshop LA Full time

    A premium denim brand is in search of a full time Senior Product Developer. This role is on-site, 5 days a week.  You will support the Product Development Director in all aspects of daily product development requirements. This role is specifically for knits- cut/sew and sweaters/soft wovens/outerwear. Key Responsibilities: Manage the product development...

  • Director of Product Design

    1 month ago

    Los Angeles, United States Motion Recruitment Full time

    Job Description An established company in the gaming industry is looking for a Director of Product Design to join their team. The Director of Product Design will be developing the comprehensive design strategy and working closely with the product team. Their core product uses insightful data to help gamers improve their gameplay. An excellent candidate will...

  • Senior Product Developer

    3 weeks ago

    Los Angeles, California, United States The Workshop LA Full time

    A premium denim brand is in search of a full time Senior Product Developer. This role is on-site, 5 days a week. You will support the Product Development Director in all aspects of daily product development requirements. This role is specifically for knits- cut/sew and sweaters/soft wovens/outerwear.Key Responsibilities:Manage the product development life...

  • Director of Product

    2 months ago

    Los Angeles, United States Vast.ai Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAbout UsAt Vast.ai, we value creativity, energy, drive and teamwork. We are looking for talented people who share these values to join as we grow our team. Our vision is to widely distribute AI computing to reshape our future for the good of humanity. Come join us. If witnessing the birth of AGI excites you, we can't wait to...

  • Director of Development

    2 hours ago

    Los Angeles, California, United States University of California Los Angeles Full time

    Job SummaryThe University of California Los Angeles seeks a highly skilled and experienced Director of Development to join our team. As a key member of our development team, you will be responsible for planning and implementing a strong, proactive major gift program that supports the integral programs and initiatives of the UCLA Library.Key...

  • Director of Product

    2 weeks ago

    Los Angeles, United States Logic Software Solutions Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Director of Product – Telecom SectorLocation:& CaliforniaJob Type:& Full-time (Hybrid)The telecommunications landscape, known for pioneering innovative solutions that transform and streamline connectivity for diverse customer segments. Our mission revolves around deploying high-capacity networks, enhancing customer...

  • Product Engineering 'Business Development

    3 months ago

    Los Angeles, United States MyHR, LLC. Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob DescriptionGreat opportunity to be part of a fun environment in a successful product development engineering organization in the Los Angeles area. The ideal candidate has proven success in year-over-year sales growth in prototype product development contracts. Your sales excellence should support the organization's full...

  • Senior Director, Product Engineering

    6 days ago

    Los Angeles, United States Carbon, Inc. Full time

    Interested in working with a groundbreaking company that’s focused on decarbonizing the atmosphere? CarbonCapture Inc. develops and deploys direct air capture (DAC) machines that can be connected in large arrays to remove massive amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. With a patented modular open systems architecture, our DAC platform allows for...