Sr. Vice President, Product Development & Packaging

LUXURY BRAND PARTNERS L•La Grange, IL

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and talented SVP of Product Development and Packaging to join our team. In this role, you will ONE/SIZE is redefining beauty through bold innovation, powerful storytelling, and inclusive products that perform. Founded by Patrick Starrr, our brand is committed to creating transformative, high-performance beauty for all. As we scale, we are seeking a senior product leader to drive our innovation pipeline and ensure every launch reflects the uniqueness and strength of the ONE/SIZE mission and community. The SVP of Product Development is responsible for leading ONE/SIZE’s full product innovation lifecycle from strategy through execution across all categories, including complexion, color, skincare, body, and tools. This role leads and scales our Product Development team, partnering closely with the President, Founder, and cross-functional teams to develop first-to-market products that deliver exceptional performance and reflect the brand’s bold, inclusive DNA. You are a visionary in product creation with deep expertise in color cosmetics, a passion for social storytelling, and a sharp eye for white space. You have an obsession with product excellence, a deep understanding of what drives beauty consumers today, and a proven track record of developing iconic, category-defining products. The ideal candidate will have a deep color and complexion background, an obsession with beauty and social media storytelling. You have strong business acumen and a keen drive for product innovation. As a member of the Product Development & Packaging team, you will collaborate with all teams cross-functionally and report directly to the President. HYBRID: This role is classified as exempt from the Fair Labor Standard Act’s overtime requirement and is open to candidates based in Los Angeles, CA. While the position is primarily remote, it follows a hybrid schedule requiring occasional in-person work at Culver City, CA 90230. The role requires working in PST hours, so candidates located on the West Coast are preferred. A reliable internet connection and a dedicated workspace free from significant distractions are essential for remote work.

Requirements

15+ years of product development experience within the Beauty space and at least 10 years in color cosmetics
Passionate about the beauty industry, fashion and related fields
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects through strong prioritization and planning
Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results
Ability to work in fast-paced, often-changing collaborative environment
Creative thinking skills
Ability to establish procedures, processes and policies
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to think both strategically and tactically with exceptional attention to detail
Domestic & international travel required

Responsibilities

Lead all Product Development Formulation projects, ensuring that all product launches meet ONE/SIZE standards for product excellence
Oversee and lead the Product Development team on all operational aspects of Product Development, including: 1. Product planning 2. Product strategy 3. Claims and testing 4. Product development 5. COGS analysis and feasibility 6. Competitive differentiation 7. Product and market research 8. Positioning 9. Consumer experience
Work with Product Marketing and cross-functional partners to design the product innovation calendar, identifying disruptive opportunities for brand awareness and consideration through white space innovation
Collaborate with VP of Product Development & Packaging and labs to bring products to life with excellence in both formula and componentry.
Build and maintain effective and strong relationships with contract manufacturers and 3rd party vendors, sourcing and managing manufacturing partners to bring product launches to life with the highest standards and service levels
Monitor and maintain on-time delivery of critical project milestones, updating and tracking PD timelines, and work in partnership with project management, sourcing, supply chain, regulatory, and quality teams to ensure product launches occur in accordance with designated internal and external deadlines
Responsibility for all consumer testing to ensure claim substantiations are approved with regulatory teams and manage claim developments process closely ensure all claims are substantiated across our product messaging
Lead on-going formula development and new product innovations across all product categories to build a 2-year innovation pipeline, strategize on positioning (ingredient, technology, claims) with the support of our brand Founder, GM, and Luxury Brand Partners Executive Leadership Team
Lead internal communication with cross-functional partners as it relates to product briefs, formula evaluation, shade selections, copy and claims, artwork and regulatory deliverables, so that stakeholders in Sales, Marketing, Digital, and other functions are aware of the critical developments across Product
Responsibility for the end-to-end product approval process, including evaluate formula submissions with brand Founder and own/manage product samples for all key decision makers
Successfully work with the compliance department on regulatory and testing protocols: 1. Coordinate all testing protocols with vendor to include protocols, usage instructions, questionnaires 2. Coordinate all bulk and samples for all testing (consumer in use/claims, Safety/RIPT, water activity, etc.) and coordinate final claims with Regulatory, Brand Management and copy teams 3. Partner with the VP of Product Packaging to assist with component development and testing, then synthesize user feedback; research marketplace to identify competitive insights 4. Drive on time market samples and comps for retailer partners 5. Liaise with QA/QC on distribution of shade and formula standards, range boards and production pieces 6. Develop comprehensive lab briefs and effectively communicate with our labs/chemists throughout the product development process 7. Serve as a senior strategic voice within the business, providing thought leadership in category trends, emerging technologies, and consumer behavior.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance along with additional ancillary benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts (FSA/HSA)
Employer paid life insurance coverage with optional supplemental life insurance available
Employer paid long-term and short-term disability
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Starting with 10 vacation days, 4 fixed personal days and 5 sick days (unless state law requires otherwise, in which case we will comply with state law)
Twelve paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Summer Fridays between Memorial Day & Labor Day
Compensation commensurate with industry standards and your qualifications
401(k) with company match
Monthly technology allowance
Eligible for annual discretionary bonus
Quarterly sample boxes featuring our brands products
Employee referral program with rewards