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Date Added: Thu 19/06/2025

Innovation Manager

London, SE1, UK
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Company: VERTICAL ADVANTAGE LIMITED

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £40000 - £50000/annum benefits

About the Role

As a key member of the innovation team, you will lead the development and execution of groundbreaking products for brands across haircare and skincare. You'll be responsible for owning the 3-year product pipeline, delivering commercially successful NPD, and collaborating cross-functionally to bring high-impact products to market.

This is a dynamic, hands-on role perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with plenty of autonomy and variety.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the full NPD process from concept to launch
Brief and adapt formulas with suppliers
Source and manage packaging development
Oversee product P&Ls and commercial viability
Manage claims, testing, and regulatory processes
Contribute to creative concept development across brands
Cultivate strong relationships with labs, fillers, and packaging partners
Ensure access to cutting-edge materials and technology, with favorable lead times and terms
Manage agency relationships for packaging, PR, design, and influencer kits
Oversee artwork approvals and packaging prototyping 
Ideal Candidate Profile

5+ years of experience in the beauty industry
Proven track record of delivering successful new products from ideation to shelf
Strong project management and commercial acumen
Deep knowledge of the beauty development ecosystem, including suppliers, labs, packaging, and cost structures
Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple timelines
Confident communicator and relationship builder 

The salary bracket is £40,000 - £50,000 + benefits

This is an on-site role 5 days a week in central London
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