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Posted on August 12, 2026
Product Developer – Home Fragrances – London (Hybrid)
Reference: GF-97589
Up to £70,000
London
Permanent
We’re working with a confidential, fast-growing business within the beauty space that partners with leading retailers to deliver innovative, high-quality product ranges.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Product Developer to join a dynamic team and play a key role in shaping commercially successful beauty ranges.This position will lead the full product development lifecycle within the Beauty category, taking concepts from initial idea through to retail launch.You’ll work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to deliver best-in-class products, combining creativity with strong commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of new product ranges, aligning with customer needs and commercial objectives
- Conduct market, consumer, and competitor research to identify opportunities
- Stay ahead of beauty trends, innovations, and emerging brands, using insights to shape product direction
- Develop creative, insight-led concepts and translate them into clear briefs for internal teams and suppliers
- Manage the NPD process end-to-end, ensuring timelines and critical paths are met
- Oversee packaging and artwork development in collaboration with design teams
- Review and refine samples to ensure alignment with brand standards and retailer expectations
- Identify commercial opportunities through analysis of performance and category data
- Build and maintain strong relationships with retail customers, presenting concepts and securing buy-in
- Travel internationally (including the Far East) for supplier engagement and product development, alongside regular UK customer meetings
- Support internal process improvements across product development workflows and documentation
- Contribute to pitches, brand projects, and wider category initiatives
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years’ experience in product development within Home Fragrances or Home
- Strong experience within categories such as Skincare, Bath & Body, or similar
- A strong commercial mindset with the ability to balance creativity, cost, and customer needs
- Excellent organisation and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects
- Confident communicator, comfortable presenting to customers and influencing stakeholders
- Strong attention to detail across product specifications and documentation
Additional Info
- Hybrid working between 2 offices
- International travel required (2–3 times per year)
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We’re working with a confidential, fast-growing business within the beauty space that partners with leading retailers to deliver innovative, high-quality product ranges.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Product Developer to join a dynamic team and play a key role in shaping commercially successful beauty ranges.This position will lead the full product development lifecycle within the Beauty category, taking concepts from initial idea through to retail launch.You’ll work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to deliver best-in-class products, combining creativity with strong commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of new product ranges, aligning with customer needs and commercial objectives
- Conduct market, consumer, and competitor research to identify opportunities
- Stay ahead of beauty trends, innovations, and emerging brands, using insights to shape product direction
- Develop creative, insight-led concepts and translate them into clear briefs for internal teams and suppliers
- Manage the NPD process end-to-end, ensuring timelines and critical paths are met
- Oversee packaging and artwork development in collaboration with design teams
- Review and refine samples to ensure alignment with brand standards and retailer expectations
- Identify commercial opportunities through analysis of performance and category data
- Build and maintain strong relationships with retail customers, presenting concepts and securing buy-in
- Travel internationally (including the Far East) for supplier engagement and product development, alongside regular UK customer meetings
- Support internal process improvements across product development workflows and documentation
- Contribute to pitches, brand projects, and wider category initiatives
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years’ experience in product development within Home Fragrances or Home
- Strong experience within categories such as Skincare, Bath & Body, or similar
- A strong commercial mindset with the ability to balance creativity, cost, and customer needs
- Excellent organisation and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects
- Confident communicator, comfortable presenting to customers and influencing stakeholders
- Strong attention to detail across product specifications and documentation
Additional Info
- Hybrid working between 2 offices
- International travel required (2–3 times per year)
