Product D&I Manager (AE974209 )

Arthur Edward is recruiting for an unnamed, founder-led brand seeking a Product D&I Manager. The role leads physical product development from concept through mass production, coordinating feasibility, suppliers, costs, compliance and innovation across the product pipeline.

Responsibilities:

• Lead physical product development from initial concept through to mass production
• Translate consumer needs and opportunities into clear briefs and technical specifications
• Assess feasibility and create development strategies that balance innovation, functionality and commercial viability
• Oversee design, engineering, prototypes, samples and product iterations through to approval
• Identify and manage manufacturers, engineering partners and specialist suppliers
• Control BOMs, target costs, MOQs, margins, timelines and the full development critical path
• Coordinate testing, quality assurance, compliance, regulatory and intellectual property requirements
• Scout emerging technologies, materials and manufacturing capabilities to inspire future innovation

Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience in a similar beauty industry role, developing both products and devices from concept to manufacture
• Curious and solution-orientated, with excellent project leadership, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills