Product Development Manager - Skincare

About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Product Development - Skincare Category
The Product Development organization at SharkNinja drives our global product roadmap from concept to shelf through the constant lens of the consumer. As the "product CEOs," we partner cross-functionally with nearly every team in the company to ensure high satisfaction for our end users and strong business outcomes. Our team is composed of product marketers, engineers, formulation experts, and consumer advocates-all united in delivering a 5-star experience for every product we launch.
Responsibilities
Drive new product development for the Skincare category, based onsite at our Needham, MA headquarters, from early-stage concept through to commercialization. This includes oversight of product formulation, packaging development, claims substantiation, regulatory readiness, and manufacturing scale-up. You will play a key role in executing product initiatives aligned with category growth and innovation goals.
- Manage day-to-day project progress and be accountable for reporting on key milestones, risks, testing results, and deliverables. Partner with senior leadership on overall category direction while owning execution for assigned product programs.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members (if applicable), supporting their development and fostering a high-performance team culture.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners including R&D/formulation, regulatory, packaging engineering, industrial design, sourcing, marketing, and quality to translate consumer needs and market opportunities into differentiated, high-performing skincare products.
- Leverage insights from the Insights & Intelligence team-including consumer research, clinical testing feedback, and market trends-to inform product positioning, claims strategy, and formulation decisions throughout development.
- Work with regulatory and quality teams to ensure all products meet global compliance standards (e.g., ingredient safety, labeling, claims substantiation) and establish robust testing protocols to validate efficacy, safety, and stability.
- Manage product costs in partnership with supply chain and sourcing teams to ensure margin targets are achieved without compromising performance or quality.
- Support development of go-to-market materials, including product claims, ingredient stories, usage instructions, and educational content to ensure clear, accurate, and compelling consumer communication.
- Partner with customer support and quality teams post-launch to monitor consumer feedback, manage any issues, and continuously improve the product experience.
- Serve as the category expert for your product line, providing clear and timely insights to internal stakeholders across sales, marketing, operations, and leadership.
Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product development, product marketing, formulation development, or a related field
• Experience in skincare, beauty, personal care, or other regulated consumer products preferred
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Marketing, Life Sciences, or a related discipline
• Experience partnering cross-functionally with R&D, regulatory, quality, packaging, and manufacturing teams
• Familiarity with skincare development processes including formulation, stability testing, claims substantiation, packaging compatibility, and global regulatory compliance
• Demonstrated leadership through direct people management or by leading complex cross-functional initiatives
• Strong consumer-first mindset with passion for delivering clinically effective, high-quality skincare products
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present clearly and persuasively across teams and leadership levels
• Highly organized with strong project management capabilities and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity, evolving formulations, and shifting priorities with a proactive, solution-oriented approach

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre-paid legal insurance, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.
Pay Range
$86,300-$165,800 USD
Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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