Job Description Summary: - New products development from initial concept through technical research/design/manufacture to product launch - Responsible for activities associated with a product or product line at all stages of its lifecycle Job Description: Brainstorm ideas to develop new products. Study POS data, sales analysis to have a good grasp market need. Market research to understand/read current trends. Design sketches for new products, obtain similar samples to begin sourcing. Get quotations and samples from vendors. Check quality and cost. Compare if we have reasonable COG. Create Smartsheet project, kickoff PPT, quote comparison to officially submit newly launching items’ plan. Open CSR for package design. Brainstorm concept and share with creative team. Constantly communicate with vendors to ensure project gets going and production quality. Check initial production schedule, ETA/ETD. Constantly communicate with other departments to inform any change, to issue PO, to approve new items and to promote the items with good strategy. Search for new qualified vendors. If new vendor is found, submit new vendor request and perform new vendor audit. Discuss and survey the product with consumers through vendor. Survey could be done on many criteria, such as colors and functions of products. Improve sales and COGs of current selling item and optimize item assortment Review sales analysis to check the sales of each items and trend. Maintain ideal product assortment of each category. Update the material status (MS change) according to sales. Gathering user requirements and designing product or developing enhancements, including technical design services, when appropriate Product packaging, sample and prototype development Researching and developing strategies to maximize product/brand appeal to target customers Monitoring product performance and directing product and/or marketing adjustments Revamp products or products’ package artwork to enhance its function and sales. We offer a competitive benefits package! (*Eligibility may vary.) 401(k) Savings Plan Premium Medical Insurance Coverage Year-end Bonus Plan Paid Time Off (PTO) based on seniority Paid Holidays Onsite Employee Fitness Center with Indoor Racquetball Court and Yoga Room Summer Friday Complimentary Gourmet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Relocation Support for New Hires* Work Anniversary Recognitions Congratulatory & Condolence Gifts Employee Referral Bonus Program License/Certification Reimbursements* Corporate Employee Discounts Visa Sponsorships (100% paid by the company) i.e., New H-1B, H-1B Transfer, O-1, and Green Card Commuter Support (Shuttle Bus Program)* Vehicle Perks* The anticipated compensation range is 22.75 - 44.50 USD Hourly Actual compensation will be determined based on various factors including qualifications, education, experience, and location. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors. Kiss Nail Products, Inc., or Kiss Distribution Corporation or Ivy Enterprises, Inc., or AST Systems, LLC, or Red Beauty, Inc., Dae Do, Inc. (collectively, the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. At KISS, we count on and value our wonderful team players to help us achieve our unfailing mission: to bring the salon home. We invite you to join us as we continue our legacy of DIY nail products, 100% cruelty-free cosmetics, high-tech hair appliances, and fabulous false eyelash collections. KISS Group is a global beauty leader and the world's largest manufacturer and distributor of professional quality nail products. The company's diverse product lines not only include a broad range of nail color and care items, KISS also markets color cosmetics, eyelashes, hair care, beauty tools and beauty appliances. Since the company's inception in 1989, its growth and success have been achieved through a dedication to innovation and excellence. Today, KISS sells its products in about 100 countries across the globe. Committed to making salon quality products accessible to all people, KISS truly brings salon results home.