Job Description

JOB TITLE: Product Development Coordinator REPORTS TO: Product Development Management Team DEPARTMENT: Product Development WHO WE ARE: HATCHBEAUTY PRODUCTS, LLC is a company focused on beauty innovation. We specialize in working with brands and retailers on product development, turnkey product, creative services and strategic planning in cosmetic, skincare, hair care and fragrance. Our experience is broad, including developing concepts appropriate for all channels of trade ranging from prestige & specialty retail, direct to consumer, e-commerce and mass market. We specialize in custom, brand-focused projects. Hatch Beauty delivers intelligent, inspired solutions in areas of creative services, product development, brand strategy, product design, product concepts, packaging design and execution planning. Simply put, we love beauty. JOB SCOPE:

HATCHBEAUTY is looking for a highly motivated professional to serve as Product Development Coordinator under the direction of the Director of Product Development. The Product Development Coordinator will provide day-to-day support for the development of formulas for particular brands under the direction of the Product Management teams. This includes but not limited to setting up calls/meetings, creating Product Development Requests, assisting in formula concepts, evaluating products, initiating marketing copy, cost profile development, attending raw material vendor meetings, maintaining product development project timelines, coordinating internal sign-offs on formulas and fragrance selects, soliciting and logging vendor submissions, and attending batch approvals.

This role’s goal is to make sure that product development projects are kept on track so HATCHBEAUTY maintains a competitive edge in terms of costs and on time development processes. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is comfortable working independently as well as representing and supporting the PD team and Product Managers. HATCHBEAUTY offices are located in Los Angeles, California.

MAJOR JOB DUTIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each major duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Coordinate meetings with contract manufacturers, raw material and fragrance vendors

• Assist with client meeting preparation. • Complete Product Development Requests and send to contract manufacturers. • Work with R&D labs to review PDRs and obtain formula samples. • Coordinate internal sample evaluations and provide documented feedback. • Obtain formula approvals and follow standard operating procedures with contract

manufacturers for specific quality and regulatory follow-up. • Support Product Management Team with bulk requests as needed • Maintain Cross Functional Notes and participate in meetings. • Review formula/ingredient lists and facilitate approvals with Quality Team • Help prepare primary and secondary packaging copy for Innovation review • Maintain a consistent organized work environment and ongoing motivation to reach

objectives under fast-paced demanding circumstances

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES: • Assist with administrative duties when needed • Attend Internal Brand Cross Functional Meetings • Attend PD Approval Meetings • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Education: • Bachelor's degree, preferable in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or closely related field, or the equivalent

combination of advanced knowledge (education, professional training, or work experience) in chemical, biological sciences or business with product development experience.

• Prior laboratory, raw material or manufacturing experience a plus Minimum Experience : • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the beauty industry and product development field, supporting

new product launches and effectively interacting with clients

Specific Skills, Knowledge & Behaviors • Innovation: Develop and champion unique ideas and solutions; Find new ways to use

technology more effectively; Promote continuous learning. • Interdependent Partnering: Contribute to a productive and cooperative atmosphere; Show

commitment to team objectives; Contribute own fair share of effort. • Master Complexity: Competently handle day-to-day work challenges; Thrive in uncertain

circumstances; Adapt to changes in the work environment; manage multiple tasks and competing demands; Change approach or method to best fit the situation.

• Spoken Communication: Speak clearly and concisely; Listen carefully and seek clarification; Deliver effective presentations.

• Written Communication: Write clearly and informatively; Create documents that are complete and accurate.

• Commitment: Strive to attain quality results on time; convey a sense of urgency and drive issues to closure; earn a reputation for reliability and dependability.

• Decisions: Make timely and sound decisions; Take risks and manage them intelligently. • Problem Solving: Proactively seek solutions; Gather and analyze information

systematically; Develop alternative solutions; Think analytically and act decisively. • Diversity: Respond with sensitivity to people of diverse perspectives, ideas, backgrounds,

lifestyles and ages; Foster open communication and respect for the individual. Equipment Use & Abilities Required: • Equipment Use: Copy machines, fax machines, calculators, personal computers and

computer terminals. • Computer Skills: Software proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive. • Language Skills: Ability to effectively communicate, both oral and written, at all levels

internally and externally. • Mathematical Skills: Knowledge of basic mathematical skills. • Reasoning Ability: Ability to evaluate, select and implement the appropriate action to

address each situation including those wherein the outcome is uncertain. Ability to achieve a favorable outcome while providing value to the customer. Processes and assimilates information both strategically and tactically.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB:

• Office environment

HATCHBEAUTY is more than just a place to work. It’s an organization that values creativity, innovative thinking and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside highly intelligent and motivated people in a dynamic environment. HATCHBEAUTY is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Please contact Gillian Ratto at gratto@hatchbeauty.com for consideration.