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.

Job Description:

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

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Premium Medical Insurance Coverage

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401(k) Savings Plan

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Paid Time Off (PTO) based on seniority

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Paid Holidays

Additional Workplace Offerings (subject to change or eligibility.)

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Annual Bonus Plan

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Onsite Employee Fitness Center with Indoor Racquetball Court and Yoga Room

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Summer Fridays

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Complimentary Gourmet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

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Relocation Support for New Hires

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Work Anniversary Recognitions

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Congratulatory & Condolence Gifts

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Employee Referral Bonus Program

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License/Certification Reimbursements

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Corporate Employee Discounts

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Visa Sponsorships (100% paid by the company) i.e., New H-1B, H-1B Transfer, O-1, and Green Card

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Commuter Support (Shuttle Bus Program and EZPass Support)

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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

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.