Job Description:

tarteâ„¢ is the pioneer of high-performance naturalsâ„¢ & one of the fastest growing cosmetic companies in the U.S. Nearly 25 years ago, founder & CEO Maureen Kelly set out to create a cruelty-free line of easy-to-use, life-proof products packed with good-for-you ingredients that deliver real results without compromise. Each item is developed without the icky, bad stuff (like parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, & more) & with the best naturally-derived ingredients Mother Nature has to offer. The brand is 85% vegan (with 100% vegan skincare!) & proud to be the #1 concealer brand in the US.* tarteâ„¢ is committed to sharing its passion for skinvigoratingâ„¢ ingredients with the world: it has in-store presence in over 20 countries & online at , shipping to over 50 countries worldwide!But tarteâ„¢ doesn't stop there. Giving back has always been a part of the brand's DNA. tarte is committed to lifting up others, having cleared thousands of teacher wishlists & mentoring future leaders & entrepreneurs through the tartelette U & internship programs & the shape your futureâ„¢ small business awards. In 2017, tarteâ„¢ founded heart to tarteâ„¢, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization to help support causes like female empowerment, underserved communities, environmental conservancy, animal rescue, disaster relief & health & wellness initiatives. tarte also sustainably sources ingredients directly from cooperatives, & in 2019 helped fund the creation of an all-female maracuja cooperative in the Rainforest.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 high-performance naturalâ„¢ ingredients? If so, we'd love to hear from you!Assistant Manager Product LaunchWe are looking for an experienced professional to fill the Product Launch Assistant Manager position in a fast-paced, growing cosmetic company. In short, this position drives all aspects of the launch production process including supply chain, procurement of components, timely delivery of the finished good, and finalizing development details with cross functional teams and contract manufacturers. Responsibilities:Manage timelines and secures production schedules for new product launchesCommunicate any delays with production to cross functional NPD (Project Management) teamTroubleshoot quality issues and concerns with cross functional teams and contract manufacturers while maintaining targeted timelineWorks cross functionally with internal teams such as Product Development, Packaging, Demand Planning, Retail Operations, and NPDDevelop product specifications for filler and conduct line trials at vendor locationCollaborate with contract manufacturers to establish new efficiencies and confirm capabilitiesCommunicate with overseas offices on timing of new components, quality issues, and ship methodsReview established targets and negotiate price with vendors to find cost saving opportunitiesComplete launch lifecycle by passing off information and launch details to internal replenishment teamConduct bi-weekly technical meeting with Product Development, Regulatory, and Quality to drive conceptionproduct usage, and understand any testing claims on pack needed Requirements:BS BA2-4 years professional working experience in the cosmetic industry, preferred supply chainproduction or project managementPreferred supply chainproduction or project managementExperience in vendor relationship (contract manufacturers)Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including e-mail, Word and ExcelExperience with ERP systemsEffective planning and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, negotiate, and problem solveAbility to execute under accelerated timeframes and quickly adapt to change in prioritiesComfortable in working in a complex, ambiguous, ever-changing environmentStrong attention to detail and follow-through skills, with ability to convey ideas clearly Our Perks:Salary range: $70,000-85,000 (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 and wellness programsPaid vacation, holidays, summer Fridays, birthdays off, volunteer time & more!Hybrid work policyGratis, employee discount on , team give-back initiativesFriendly, fun, creative & collaborative work environment Tarte is an equal opportunity employer.