Associate Director, Product Development | Biossance at The Hut Group

Job Category: Marketing

Division: THG Beauty

Location:

Job Type: Full-time

About THG:

We’re a fast-moving, global technology group that specializes in taking brands direct to consumers. We’re home to a portfolio of leading brands and sites including Myprotein, ESPA, LOOKFANTASTIC, and Cult Beauty, all of which are powered by our fully integrated digital commerce ecosystem, THG Ingenuity.

We handle everything in-house, including technology, content creation, e-commerce, marketing, manufacturing, new product development, and logistics. This comprehensive approach ensures we can fully realize our vision and maintain our leadership in a rapidly evolving global industry.

Life at Biossance | THG Beauty:

Biossance was born when our scientists invented a skin-identical hydrating molecule—squalane—that’s made from sustainable fermented sugarcane. Creating the world’s most incredible and powerful moisturizer led to creating the world’s most powerful skincare formulas. We use first-of-its-kind proprietary fermentation technology to biodesign new, high-performing ingredients.

THG Beauty - We’re home to market-leading websites like Lookfantastic, Skinstore, Dermstore, Cult Beauty and the beauty subscription box brand Glossybox. Our portfolio of premium brands includes the likes of ESPA, Ameliorate, and Grow Gorgeous – all of which are loved and trusted by millions of fans worldwide. We also partner with a network of more than 19,000 influencers to ensure brands can reach their audience anywhere in the world. It’s an incredibly exciting time to be joining the team.

Why be an Associate Director, Product Development at THG - Biossance?

The Associate Director, Product Development is not just a product junkie but also has a strong, well-developed eye for color, aesthetics, trends, and culture. This role manages 3 direct reports and is responsible for strategically developing and managing all Category product development for new launches, existing product extensions, and as needed, limited edition partnership projects.

The ideal candidate is great at high-level critical thinking, strategic problem solving with foresight to minimize roadblocks and risk de-escalation to ensure the most creative breakthrough launches.

The Associate Director of Product Development will lead the development of new products from ideation to launch across multiple color categories and strategic adjacencies ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality, efficacy, and market relevance. This position will provide direction and oversight for a variety of tasks required for new product launches, product extensions, and reformulations.

As an Associate Director, Product Development, you'll:

• Mentor and elevate talent with an ability to work seamlessly with cross-functional and external partners
• Demonstrate a deep knowledge and passion for the beauty industry with an ability to identify ingredients and technologies that will elevate and differentiate new and existing product performance
• Direct new product programs with expertise and passion for formulas, ingredients, benefits, and usage with relevance to the portfolio
• Direct development of formulas and shades to R&D, evaluate and follow-through on all aspects of the product development cycle to ensure timelines are being achieved
• Recommend benchmarks and ingredient proposals that elevate, expand, and deliver on product brief concepts
• Champion consumer and clinical testing of new products
• Support the product development process (innovation and reformulations) to ensure it runs smoothly and efficiently
• Develop and implement aesthetic standards, processes, and controls to ensure that product standards for performance and color are clear, aligned, and achieved
• Manage and develop direct reports, including hiring, training, coaching, and supporting career development

What skills & experience do I need for this role?

• 8+ years of experience in color cosmetics product development. Additional experience in body care, skincare, and/or fragrance development a plus
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (business, marketing, product development, etc.); advanced degree is a plus
• Exceptional product evaluation skills are required
• Flexibility and resilience to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and take complete ownership of projects
• Ability to handle multiple categories, projects, and SKUs at different points of development with accuracy, composure, energy, and speed
• Strong leadership track record in managing and developing a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, including senior management and peers
• Creative thinker with a passion for driving innovation and staying ahead of market trends in the beauty industry

What's in it for me?

• Hybrid Work Model (2 Days in Office, 3 days WFH), Office Location: 55 Green St., San Francisco, CA
• 401K matched up to 5%
• Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Short and long-term disability
• Summer Fridays
• Exclusive employee discounts off THG Brands

THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.

THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.