Freelance Product Manager (cosmetics)

Our client is a major player in perfume, skincare and makeup.

We are looking for a temporary Freelance Product Manager for the Private Label and from January 6 to June 6, 2025 (maternity replacement).

In this position, you will be responsible for the development in collaboration with the Private Label Manager and Private Label Product Managers of one of the proprietary skincare, makeup or fragrance brands.

Specifically, you will be responsible for assortment composition, product development and sourcing, merchandising, and creating the marketing plan.

Your responsibilities also include the introduction and follow-up of the brand in the various countries where we operate.

You are more manager than executive in this position.

In terms of languages, you speak Dutch, French and English because you have many international contacts (suppliers).

Your duties together with the Private Label Manager include:

1.PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

Innovation: Develop new product lines based on market analysis and trends. This includes briefing suppliers, developing formulas and selecting packaging.

Quality assurance: Oversee product testing, pushing for modifications as needed, and ensuring product information is accurate and up-to-date.

Specifications stipulate: Define new product specifications or improvements, balancing market opportunities with development costs.

Packaging Development: Collaborate with internal designers and external design firms to create attractive packaging.

2.PRODUCT MANAGEMENT

Introduction plans: Together with local departments and taking into account the market situation, determine which products will be introduced in which country.

Assortment analysis: Continuous evaluation of assortment, including sales and margin analysis, inventory optimization and management of budgets and sales forecasts.

Supplier relations: Liaise with suppliers and negotiate contracts and production schedules to maximize profit margins.

3.MERCHANDISING

Presentation: Develop merchandising strategies to ensure the best possible product presentation and track merchandising inventory management.

Planograms: Develop and manage planograms.

Store Relations: Build relationships with stores to ensure optimal presentation of products.

4.BRAND MANAGEMENT

Brand identity: Guarantee a consistent brand identity both internally and externally.

Internal collaboration: Collaborate with departments such as Category Management, Training, Operations, Supply Chain and Marketing to strongly represent the brand.

Marketing plans: Create and execute marketing plans in collaboration with local Category Managers and Marketing teams.

Promotions: Follow up on promotional and marketing activities.

Training: Develop training materials in close cooperation with the training department.

This is the profile of freelance Product Manager we are looking for:

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in a commercial field or equivalent experience
• You have initial work experience in a similar position, preferably in the cosmetics market.
• Fluent in Dutch, French and English.
• Digital Skills: You are familiar with Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• You are analytical, creative, decisive and persuasive. You know how to prioritize, negotiate and enjoy taking initiative.
• Commercial talent: You have keen commercial insight and know how to translate market trends into concrete actions.

This is a challenging and full-time position.

You will join a powerful and dynamic international company that is part of the world's largest health & beauty retailer.

There is a comprehensive onboarding program to get acquainted with our people, products and culture. In addition, you have the opportunity to take various training courses through our e-learning platform.

You will have professional and enthusiastic colleagues and you will quickly feel at home among colleagues who support you in different areas.

We are looking for an ambitious professional who seizes opportunities, dares to make decisions and feels at home in an informal, no-nonsense and results-oriented organization.

Home-based 50% work is available and working hours are sliding.

Why choose this assignment

1. International player
2. Product Management
3. Full-time

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