Assistant Product Manager, Nail

Job Description Summary

The Assistant Product Manager, Nail Division supports the Product Manager throughout the end-to-end product development process for nail products. The role coordinates closely with cross-functional teams and external vendors to manage product timelines, samples, documentation, and day-to-day execution, helping ensure successful launches that align with brand, quality, and business objectives.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to grow in a fast-paced beauty and nail product development environment.

About the role

Product Development & Execution

• Support the Product Manager in executing the end-to-end nail product development process, from concept and sampling through production and launch.
• Track development timelines, milestones, samples, approvals, and deliverables to ensure projects remain on schedule.
• Maintain accurate and organized product specifications, development records, and project documentation throughout the product lifecycle.

Market, Consumer & Trend Research

• Conduct research on nail trends, colors, shapes, lengths, finishes, designs, packaging, and emerging beauty trends.
• Support competitive analysis and benchmarking of nail products, assortments, pricing, packaging, and new launches.
• Monitor consumer feedback, reviews, and market activity to identify insights and opportunities that can support product development and assortment decisions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Product, Design, Development, Sourcing, Marketing, Sales, and Operations teams to support successful product launches.
• Organize project updates, product information, samples, and action items to maintain cross-functional alignment.
• Communicate project status, development changes, potential risks, and next steps to appropriate stakeholders.

Factory & Vendor Communication

• Manage day-to-day communication with factories and vendors regarding samples, specifications, materials, packaging, artwork, and production requirements.
• Coordinate development updates and changes to ensure alignment on product specifications, quality expectations, and timelines.
• Track and follow up on samples, factory deliverables, confirmations, approvals, and outstanding development issues.
• Assist in identifying and resolving product development or production issues in partnership with the Product Manager and cross-functional teams.

Product Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate product information and documentation across internal systems and development files.
• Coordinate and track approvals for product components, packaging, labels, and artwork to support production readiness.
• Support product specification and compliance documentation as required.
• Ensure approved product information, specifications, and packaging details are accurately communicated to factories and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 1-3 years of experience in product development, product management, beauty, consumer products, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills with the ability to manage multiple development projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal teams, factories, and external vendors.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and tight development timelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Interest in beauty, nail products, consumer trends, and product innovation preferred.

Benefits

• Premium Medical Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) based on seniority
• Paid Holidays

Additional Workplace Offerings (subject to change or eligibility.)

• Annual Bonus Plan
• Onsite Employee Fitness Center with Indoor Racquetball Court and Yoga Room
• Summer Fridays
• Complimentary Gourmet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Relocation Support for New Hires
• Work Anniversary Recognitions
• Congratulatory & Condolence Gifts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• License/Certification Reimbursements
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Visa Sponsorships (100% paid by the company) i.e., New H-1B, H-1B Transfer, O-1, and Green Card
• Commuter Support (Shuttle Bus Program and EZPass Support)
• Vehicle Perks

Qualification(s)

Education(s): Bachelor of Arts (B.A) (Required)

Work Experience

Experience Range III: 4 - 8 years of relevant experience or industry exposure in a related field

• Skill(s): Product Development, Product Marketing
• Language(s): Korean
• Certification(s): Not Applicable
• The anticipated compensation range is
• 22.75 - 44.50 USD Hourly

Pay and benefits

Actual compensation will be determined based on various factors including qualifications, education, experience, and location. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors.