Who we are:
Hi, we're Supergoop! Since 2005, we've been changing the way the world thinks about sunscreen. Today, we're as committed as ever to creating feel-good sunscreen that you'll really want to wear. Because protecting your skin's health is what we're all about. Every. Single. Day.™
Who You Are:
Supergoop! is looking for a passionate Product Development Coordinator to help build the next generation of sunscreens consumers will love!The Product Development Coordinator is internal and external facing and supports the Product Development team by streamlining day to day activities, continuously researching product & trend landscapes, and openly sharing ideas to innovate and create. In this position you will report to the Product Development Director, and will be based out of our New York, NY offices on a hybrid schedule.
You are a fit for this role if you are a curious, creative individual with keen attention to detail and a proven ability to clearly & consistently communicate, enjoys working as part of a team and using future-forward problem solving skills to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
Responsibilities:
General
- Supports the execution of all calendar development activities to ensure deadlines are met, providing status updates to management.
- Clearly and consistently communicates with external partners to get critical product information and keep partners on established timeline
- Maintain calendar invites and agendas of routine touch-bases with external partners.
- Identify process challenges and recommend improvements, as necessary
Formula Development Support
- Coordinate key activities of open developments such as sample deliveries between Internal and External parties
- Organize and maintain formula sample storage per category; including not limited to development submissions, product standards, competitor product samples, etc.
- Own documentation for new submissions & approved formulas. Ensure appropriate documentation is received, reviewed, and digitally filed.
- Conduct internal testing panels on new formulas, including managing a roster of internal testers, creating surveys, distributing samples, and creating data summaries
- Manage formula efficacy testing, hitting all key milestones.
- Shadow project lead to evaluate and comment on formula samples at all stages of development
- Support Customer Experience team by providing formula information to address customer questions
Trends & Research
- Support an active 2-5 year formula development pipeline
- Contribute to new product launch concepts by researching trends in the beauty, SPF and skincare landscapes; presenting thoughtful recaps and inspiring summaries to the PD team
- Create comprehensive competitive launch reviews, including claim and ingredient analysis.
- Build and maintain internal databases of industry knowledge, including innovation samples and brand landscapes
Qualifications/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- Highly organized and attentive to detail
- Ability to work both collaboratively across functions and independently when needed
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable taking initiative and creatively solving problems
- Proficient in Google Drive and Microsoft applications
- Prior beauty product development experience a plus
- Some travel will be required
- This position is on a hybrid office model and will require being in our NYC based office multiple times a week
Salary: $55,000 - $65,000
Supergoop! shines bright for you and offers full-time employees:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off Policy
- 401k with Company Match
- Product Discounts
- Employee Referral Program
- Company and Team Off-Sites
EEO Statement:
Supergoop! is dedicated to hiring a diverse workplace that celebrates an inclusive culture and a sense of belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran status, genetic information or disability.
Health and Safety Statement:
The health and safety of you and the Supergoop! Team is important to us. Covid-19 vaccination will be required to work in our office.