Product Development Assistant
Cocomint Inc. is the parent company of •cocomintbeauty•, the #1 TikTok Shop for Asian Beauty in the United States. The Product Development Assistant supports the end-to-end development of new beauty and personal care products, working closely with various stakeholders to ensure projects meet brand expectations.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of new products, packaging, and formula selections
- Request, organize, and track samples from manufacturers
- Maintain the product development calendar, timelines, and milestones
- Help prepare spec sheets, project briefs, and documentation
- Communicate with domestic and international manufacturers regarding samples, revisions, and production updates
- Track MOQs, pricing quotes, and product capabilities
- Maintain organized records of correspondences, product data, and testing results
- Coordinate formula, packaging, and compatibility testing
- Document feedback, revisions, and changes in product specs
- Assist with reviewing artwork proofs, labeling requirements, and regulatory documentation
- Conduct competitive research on market trends, pricing, packaging, and new ingredients
- Prepare mood boards and product inspiration decks when needed
- Partner with marketing, content, and creator teams to support launches
- Assist with preparing presentations, line sheets, and internal updates
- Support operations/logistics during final production handoff
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Science, or related field
- 0–2 years of experience in product development, beauty, e-commerce, sourcing, or related fields
- Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong communication skills, especially with external vendors
- Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Interest in beauty, skincare, Korean beauty, or consumer products is a plus
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401K + Matching
- PTO
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