New Product Development Lead

MECCARichmond, VA

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Overview

Career level

Director

Benefits

Career Development

Health & Wellness Programs

Job Description

As our New Product Development Lead on a 12-month contract, you will take ownership of delivering innovative beauty products from concept through to launch.

Working across MECCA MAX and colour, this hands-on role will see you drive end-to-end product development, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners to bring exciting new products to life. You'll play a key role in shaping our innovation pipeline while ensuring every product meets MECCA's high standards of quality, creativity, and performance.

The Role You Could Play:

Lead end-to-end delivery of new product development projects from concept to launch
Collaborate with brand, design, regulatory and supply chain teams to deliver best-in-class products
Manage timelines, milestones and vendor relationships to ensure projects stay on track
Drive packaging development and artwork approvals in line with brand and compliance requirements
Support innovation pipeline planning, including key seasonal launches such as Holiday collections

What You Will Bring:

5+ years' experience in New Product Development, ideally within beauty or cosmetics
Strong understanding of formulation, packaging and manufacturing processes
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to tight timelines
Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills
High attention to detail with strong organisational and problem-solving abilities

Your Life At MECCA:

Whilst we are singularly focused on our #CustomerFirst mantra, we know that wouldn't be possible without an incredible team that is guided by our MECCA values and motivated each and every day to be solutions focused, innovative, collaborative and adaptable, and have a bit of fun along the way!

Some of our other team member benefits include:

Professional development programs and first-class digitised learning offering
Health and well-being initiatives
Reward and recognition programs
Access to bonus and incentive programs
Access to quarterly product allowance
Generous discount to spoil yourselves and your immediate family, as well as a generous product allowance, subject to company policy

There are also so many other ways in which you'll be made to feel part of the MECCA story as we love to celebrate, surprise and delight our team along the way.

To learn more about life at MECCA Brands, follow us on LinkedIn at MECCA Brands or @lifeatmecca and for all current opportunities, visit www.mecca.com.au/careers

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FAQs About New Product Development Lead Jobs at MECCA

What is the work location for this position at MECCA?

This job at MECCA is located in Richmond, VA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at MECCA?

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What experience level is required for this role at MECCA?

MECCA is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.

What benefits are offered by MECCA for this role?

MECCA offers following benefits: Career Development and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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