Global Development Manager, Beauty

About Us

AX Beauty is the beauty division of American Exchange Group, dedicated to creating and curating innovative, trend-driven beauty products that resonate with today’s diverse consumers. With a portfolio of owned and licensed brands, we bring a fashion-forward, retail-savvy approach to the beauty space—merging industry insight with bold creativity and smart strategy.

At our corporate headquarters, the AX Beauty team is made up of passionate professionals across product development, marketing, sales, and operations. We collaborate closely to build brands that are both meaningful and marketable—always with an eye on quality, performance, and consumer relevance.

This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where ideas move quickly from concept to shelf. If you're energized by innovation, thrive in a collaborative culture, and want to be part of shaping what’s next in beauty, AX Beauty is the place to grow your career.

Visit our website at https://axbeauty.com/

Position Summary

As a Global Development Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that AX Beauty’s product offerings remain competitive, innovative, and aligned with market demands. As a Global Development Manager you are responsible for overseeing the creation, improvement , and market launch of products. You will lead cross-functional teams to ensure that products meet  market demands, align with company strategy, and are delivered on time and within budget.

Location: This role is 4-5 days a week at our NYC offices

Position Summary

As a Global Development Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that AX Beauty’s product offerings remain competitive, innovative, and aligned with market demands. As a Global Development Manager you are responsible for managing the development of AX Beauty’s products from ideation through to market launch of products. You will lead cross-functional teams to ensure that products meet market demands, align with company strategy, and are delivered on time and within budget.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage the development of NatureWell and/or Private Label new products from ideation to launch, ensuring timelines, budget (through COGs) and objectives are met.
• Serve as the central point of contact for all Global Development activities ensure clear communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to drive successful product launches and ongoing supply chain operations.
• Understand customer requirements and translate needs to finished products.
• Own the management of project plan through Monday.com, identify resource needs, management of project schedules and milestones to ensure on time execution and delivery of product programs
• Develop and control product documentation - specification sheet creation, package specification, documentation, etc.
• Research, identify, and evaluate potential suppliers to ensure alignment with the company's quality and sustainability standards.
• Support new product development by sourcing innovative, best quality, best cost packaging materials.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising product quality.
• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve optimal timing, pricing and payment terms.
• Works with suppliers to develop and ensure timely delivery of engineering samples, pre-production samples and production samples
• Manage the routing of samples, testing, and execution of new packaging materials, in collaboration with primary internal & external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the quality assurance/regulatory team to establish and maintain product quality standards.
• Implement and monitor quality control processes to minimize defects and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Address and resolve supplier performance issues promptly to ensure a seamless supply chain.
• Provide regular updates and reports to Senior Management on program COGS against budget and new product development progress against timeline.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Analyze market trends and work proactively to mitigate potential cost increases.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes that may impact sourcing strategies.
• Attend, participate, and lead in both internal & external business partner meetings.
• Provide support across additional projects and initiatives as needed

Position Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or a combination of Education and Relevant Experience
• 4-5 years proven experience in sourcing, product development or project management, preferably with a focus in the beauty industry
• In-depth knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and quality standards
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly skilled in time management
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Salary:  The anticipated base salary is$80-$100k/year.  Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, internal equity, and location. 

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods. Must be able to operate desktop computers, multiple monitors, proprietary software, phones, and standard office equipment. Occasional bending, reaching, and light lifting (up to 25 lb.) are required. The ability to effectively listen, understand and communicate by telephone and in person is vital to fulfilling the job’s essential functions.

Work Environment

This is a regular full-time position in an office and/or home office environment. Working overtime may be required to meet the demands and deadlines associated with the position.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by anyone authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship. The company complies with ADA regulations as applicable.