At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the NPD team in launching innovative cosmetic products from concept to market.
- Company: Join a renowned beauty brand with a creative and collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangement, career progression, and hands-on experience in product development.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to learn and grow in the cosmetics industry.
- Why this job: Dive into the exciting world of beauty and make an impact on new product launches.
- Qualifications: Passion for cosmetics, strong organisation skills, and previous experience in product development is a plus.
NPD Assistant – Cosmetics
Are you passionate about beauty, cosmetics and product innovation?
We are looking for an organised, proactive and detail-focused NPD Assistant to join a fast-paced Product Development team.
This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience across the full product development lifecycle, supporting the launch of trend-led cosmetic products from concept through to market.
Working closely with the NPD team, suppliers and key internal departments, you will play a vital role in ensuring new product launches stay on track and are delivered successfully.
- What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting the NPD team throughout the product development process.
- Setting up new product lines and generating product barcodes.
- Managing product information and ensuring all critical path deadlines are met.
- Liaising with suppliers and manufacturers to track product development progress.
- Monitoring project timelines and highlighting any risks or delays.
- Working closely with Demand Planning to ensure product orders progress smoothly.
- Coordinating and distributing product samples to internal stakeholders.
- Supporting competitor analysis, trend research and market reviews.
- Assisting with the development of new beauty and cosmetic products from concept to launch.
- Preparing product information, presentations and reports for internal meetings.
- Building strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
- Providing general administrative and project support to the wider NPD team.
About You
- Previous experience within New Product Development, Buying, Merchandising, Product Administration or a similar role is desirable.
- A genuine passion for beauty, cosmetics and emerging product trends.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Commercially aware with an interest in consumer behaviour and market trends.
- Able to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, self-motivated and eager to learn and develop.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Power Point.
Why Join Us?
- Work with an established and highly recognised beauty brand.
- Be involved in exciting new product launches from concept to shelf.
- Gain exposure to the full NPD process and develop your career within the cosmetics industry.
- Join a collaborative, supportive and creative team environment.
- Excellent opportunity for career progression and professional development.
If you're passionate about beauty and looking to build a career in New Product Development, we'd love to hear from you
NPD Assistant- Cosmetics in Middlesex employer: IB Talent Search
Join a market-leading leisure and hospitality business in Farnham, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values employee growth and development. With generous compensation and the chance to influence HR strategies during an exciting period of expansion, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in service and employee satisfaction.
