Thrivecausemetics
Manager, Product Development
Los Angeles, CA
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- Seniority
- Lead / management
- Country
- US
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
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- 21 Sept 2026
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Location: In Office 5 days/week in Playa Vista, CA HQ
Who We Are:
Thrive Causemetics is Bigger Than Beauty™: We are an independent, female-owned beauty brand that creates high-performance vegan cosmetics and supports a community of giving. All of Thrive Causemetics' products are free of parabens and sulfates, in addition to being 100 percent cruelty-free. Through its Bigger Than Beauty™ program, every product you purchase results in a donation to help a woman thrive. Thrive Causemetics is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and cross-functional workplace where everyone’s voice matters. We are committed to being pioneers in creating a culture of wellness. Together, we prioritize a strong work ethic while maintaining a positive, exciting environment where people are passionate about what they do .
What you will be doing:
Work collaboratively with product marketing to align on new product launches, lineups, look and feel, shade descriptors, claims, etc.
Review and evaluate formula and shade submissions with the ability to provide detailed and clear feedback to the CM for skincare and color
Sourcing packaging and pairing formula ideas with the best package to enhance performance
Work closely with vendors, CM's and the internal operations team to problem solve any issue that may arise throughout the development process
Ensure all NPD and Product briefs are properly filled out with established product codes, EAN, fill weight, PAO, IL, etc for artwork routing and briefing CMs.
Lead and execute all shade extension development from conceptualization to launch.
Support the team and overall brand with cost saving initiatives and ideas throughout the sourcing and development process
Review and evaluate all batch submissions, PPS, first production, and beginning/middle/end pieces against standards to identify and callout any possible quality issues for skincare and color
Worked collaboratively to review artwork internally before releasing to the vendors, followed by reviewing and approving physical and digital artwork proofs
Manage and execute all product testing including Clinical's, Consumer Perception, Long Wear, Hydration, Tool, RIPT, PCPC, Ophthalmology, etc. for skincare and color.
Research market and competitive trends for new ingredients, technologies, and innovations
Build and maintain strong partnerships with package vendors and CMs
Coordinate all internal sample testing and feedback while ensuring deadlines are met
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