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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.
Role: An opportunity for an Artworker/Reprographic Technician has arisen to join a small Studio team dedicated to the provision of packaging artwork, repro and plate making. Ideally with excellent Adobe Illustrator skills and an eye for detail. Previous repro experience advantageous, although training will also be provided. Primary responsibilities · Receiving artworks from clients and processing the files in a prescribed manner. · Assessing new artwork against New Product Development (NPD) stage 1 · Courteous, professional and timely communication with clients to maintain or build relationships and manage expectations. · Artwork manipulation to create print ready files including amends as requested by clients. · Accurate proofing to clients with either digital pdf or hard copy proofs output. · Managing customer approvals including audit trail maintained and communication to sales department. · Stepping of artwork files in accordance with print machine, material and specific print requirements · Championing a culture of continuous improvement by effectively identifying areas of improvement and proposing new more effective ways of working. · Prioritise workload relating to business needs and escalating when appropriate. Person specification Skills 1) Excellent attention to detail 2) Excellent working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and photoshop 3) Ability to work methodically following set processes. 4) Working to a consistently high standard 5) Creative ability to apply client instructions altering designs whilst maintaining their brand and visual appeal. 6) Good working knowledge of computers, including: Apple, PC’s, networks etc. 7) Excellent colour vision for comparing standards 8) Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook 9) Good communication skills, being efficient, professional and courteous between both clients, suppliers and internal departments. 10) Problem solving, finding quick workable solutions to new requirements. 11) Working under pressure to tight deadlines whilst maintaining quality of work. 12) Prioritisation of multiple tasks and requests from both clients and others.