Coordinator, Product Development, rhode

What You'll Do

• Track, organize, and manage all development-related samples, including submissions, benchmarks, standards, competitive samples, and retains.
• Route product submissions for internal evaluation, gather feedback from stakeholders, and communicate actionable insights to the team.
• Support ingredient and market research, competitor product analysis, and trends to inform product strategy.
• Document and track action items during internal and external meetings, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams.
• Attend weekly CM calls and product development meetings, as needed.
• Maintain organized storage of all product submissions, samples, and CM capabilities, ensuring proper labeling and accessibility.
• Manage and oversee all sample requests for the marketing team and other team members, ensuring efficient tracking, organization, and timely distribution of samples.
• Work closely with contract manufacturers and testing facilities to ensure completion of testing, submission samples, test bulk requests and other product-related requirements.
• Support internal and offsite panel product testing by collecting samples, capturing photos, organizing images, and creating presentation decks.
• Take on additional tasks and projects as assigned to meet evolving team needs.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in science, Business, or a related field.
• 1 year of experience in product development within the beauty industry. Skincare experience is a plus.
• Passionate about the beauty industry and market trends.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Proven ability to work under tight deadlines, adapt to shifting priorities, and maintain a sense of urgency.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize and present complex information clearly.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.
• Flexible, proactive, and eager to take on new challenges.

Other Details for Consideration

• Location of Position: Los Angeles, California
• Must be a commutable distance to office in Los Angeles
• Hybrid Model Expectation: Must be able to work 4+ days a week in the office
• Budgeted Hourly Rate: $28 per hour