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Job Title: NPD Executive Location: London Company: Barry M Cosmetics About Us: Barry M Cosmetics is a leading player in the cosmetics industry, known for its innovation and commitment to creating high-quality colour cosmetics products. We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Senior NPD Executive to join our team. Reporting to the Head of NPD, this role is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge colour cosmetics and actively engage with clients to bring their visions to life. Job Summary: As the Senior NPD Executive, you will be at the forefront of our product innovation efforts. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, lead product development projects, and, importantly, engage directly with clients to understand their needs and preferences, ensuring that our products exceed their expectations. Key Responsibilities: Client Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships. Conduct client meetings, understand their product requirements, and ensure their expectations are met throughout the product development process. NPD Process Management: Collaborate with the Head of NPD to set and execute the NPD strategy. Lead end-to-end product development projects, from concept to market launch, while adhering to timelines and budgets. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with design, manufacturing, chemist, technical and other teams to develop innovative colour cosmetics product concepts and prototypes. Ensure seamless communication among departments to drive project success. Market Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and gaps in the colour cosmetics market. Utilise data-driven insights to guide product development decisions. Budget and Cost Management: Assist in budget planning and management, optimising costs while maintaining product quality and performance. Product Documentation: Create and maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, reports, and status updates. Quality Assurance: Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure all products meet rigorous quality and safety standards. Client Presentations: Prepare and deliver compelling product presentations to clients, showcasing product concepts, features, and benefits. Key Requirements: Degree in a relevant field, preferably in cosmetics or a related discipline. Proven experience in product development or a related role, with a minimum of 2 years of experience. Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Client-facing experience with a track record of building and maintaining client relationships. Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data for informed decision-making. Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and innovation. Proficiency in project management tools and software. Benefits: Performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth and development. A collaborative and innovative work environment. Employee discounts on our extensive range of colour cosmetics products. How to Apply: If you are a driven and creative professional with a passion for colour cosmetics and the ability to engage clients effectively while driving product innovation, please submit your CV via this advert with a cover letter outlining your qualifications and relevant experience. Barry M Cosmetics embraces diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We warmly welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of their gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity status.
About the job We are looking for Business Consulting Director to join the Retail division of our consulting company in London. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years experience in managerial roles, and a keen interest in Consumer, Retail and Hospitality. Essential to have functional experience in: Growth Strategy Market Sizing Go to Market Strategy Commercial Due Diligence Value Creation Luxury industry Main duties Establishing long-term relationships with clients and securing repeat business from existing clients Identifying new business opportunities for the firm by networking with potential clients in the related industries Advising and developing strategic plans to help companies to reach their goals Conducting research on topics related to the client’s industry or business area of interest Preparing reports detailing findings and recommending solutions. Provide leadership and guidance to ensure the successful completion of projects covering interim management role for clients when requested helping clients make their sourcing decisions, increase end-to-end productivity of value chains, build strategic supplier partnerships, and integrate sustainability into their practices traveling at a global level to identify new clients and support projects for existing clients Requirements Minimum of a bachelor’s degree and preferably a master degree Have at least 10 years of experience in one or more of the related fields fashion, cosmetic, jewelry, art, and at least 3 years in an director or manager role Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills Think strategically and analytically In depth experience in data analysis Experience leading and managing large, complex consulting engagements. Proven ability to develop and execute business strategy: strong program management experience, ability to manage a program through all stages of scaling Experience living and working internationally. Experience in Asian markets is considered a plus Outstanding people and relationship skills; and ability to interact with different types of clients in a global multi-cultural scale Fluent in English and another European language is a must. Knowledge of one of the following languages Mandarin, Arabic, Russian is considered highly relevant to this position