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Operations Product Development Manager, Norwich
Client: KJ Talent & Partners
Location: Norwich
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 3
Posted: 10.06.2025
Expiry Date: 25.07.2025
Job Description:
Operations Product Development Manager
Hybrid working - Central London
Travel to France 2-3 times a year
Our client is a world-famous luxury fragrance house with a rich history, recognized for creating exquisite artisan fragrances using natural ingredients and traditional methods. As one of the largest independent players in high-end luxury fragrance globally, the company has achieved remarkable growth recently and aims to double in size over the next three years.
About the Role
KJ Talent & Partners is exclusively hiring an Operations Product Development Manager to join our client’s talented London-based global team. You will work to reduce development lead times, mitigate risks, manage costs, and ensure quality and service standards are met.
Responsibilities
* Collaborate with the Global Marketing Team on new product briefs, focusing on design-to-cost, profitability, sustainability, and innovation
* Work with cross-functional partners throughout the NPD launch cycle
* Manage product launches, project development, and activities to ensure timely and cost-effective launches
* Monitor Feasibility Costs, Cost of Goods, and Gross Margin Analysis in coordination with Finance
* Identify, assess, and manage risks related to timing, quality, and costs of NPD projects
* Optimize launch processes, tools, and procedures
* Serve as custodian of the Stage Gate process
About You
* Over 4 years of project management experience with global product launches involving cross-functional teams
* Experience in developing products and packaging within the beauty industry, especially in luxury perfume, skincare, or makeup
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, international environment with strong relationship management and influencing skills
* Creative and innovative mindset
* Analytical with strong problem-solving abilities
* Excellent communication skills; fluency in French is highly desirable
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