Supports the Product Development team by managing cosmetic product samples, formula feedback, trackers, vendor communications, testing coordination, shipments, meeting preparation, product performance tracking, and administrative tasks. The role maintains sample and image databases, assists with timelines and launch activities, coordinates vendor presentations, and supports cross-functional product development initiatives in a fast-paced beauty environment.
tarte is the pioneer of high-performance naturals™, and one of the fastest growing cosmetic companies in the U.S. Founder & CEO Maureen Kelly set out to create a cruelty-free line of easy-to-use, life-tested products chock full of healthy ingredients that deliver real results to the everyday woman. tarte is committed to sharing our "good-for-you glamour" philosophy with tartelettes worldwide, with in-store presence in over 7 countries, and online shipping to 150 countries and counting! Passionate and fierce individuals make up the tarte team from our New York City headquarters to the on-the-ground sales team sharing our powerful products and message throughout the U.S. and internationally.
Are you a force of nature who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you want to contribute to tarte's mission of offering cruelty-free, eco-chic cosmetics chock full of vitamins, minerals and formulated without any of the icky stuff like parabens, mineral oil, phthalates and gluten? Do you strive to live a healthy, compassionate and environmentally responsible way of life? If so, we'd love to hear from you!
We are looking for a Product Development Coordinator to work directly with tarte's Product Development team to provide support and maintain efficient operation of the department.
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end sample management process: request, receive, label, organize, track, and distribute samples for formulas
- Support PD team with new product development initiatives and cross-functional collaboration
- Maintain and organize PD sample libraries, internal formula feedback, photo trackers, and batch trackers
- Coordinate and prep samples for internal reviews, vendor meetings, market week meetings and pre-launch activities
- Track and document feedback from internal teams and relay to external vendors
- Support formula testing, model try-ons, compatibility testing, and internal feedback analysis
- Manage daily package intake and outbound shipments; send daily package update emails
- Assist in maintaining project timelines
- Schedule and attend vendor presentations both in office and at trade shows while responsible for product meeting recaps
- Help track product performance from development through reorder batches
- Maintain organization of artwork/photo samples and contribute to image database management
- Provide administrative support, including travel booking and expense report submission
Requirements
- 1-2 years of full-time experience in beauty, cosmetics, or a related industry preferred (color matching experience preferred)
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Familiarity with product samples, submissions, and cosmetics formulas a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and vendor communication
- Highly proactive, solution-oriented, and adaptable to evolving priorities
- Collaborative, team-player mindset with a can-do attitude
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Excel and database tracking tools
- Ability to travel occasionally and attend in-person meetings or labs as needed
- Occasional off-hours availability for international calls and lab communication
Our Perks
- Salary range: $66,350- 66,500 (Compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill level, relevant work experience & education)
- Medical, dental, vision, 401K plan & access to health & wellness programs
- Paid vacation, holidays, summer Fridays, birthdays off, volunteer time & more
- Makeup gratis, employee discount on tarte.com, team give back initiatives
- Friendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment
Tarte is an equal opportunity employer.
Tarte Cosmetics New York, New York, USA Office
W 36th Street, New York, NY 10018, US, New York, NY, United States, 10018
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