Snif - Project Manager, Product Commercialization

Remote - New York, USA *+ Equity1w ago

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Requirements

• 4–7 years in commercialization, project management, or product operations, ideally in beauty, fragrance, or CPG • Proven track record managing multiple concurrent launches against fixed retail dates • Deep familiarity with the beauty and/or home scent development cycle: formula, component, tooling, artwork, testing, and production • Strong vendor management skills and comfort negotiating timelines • Fluency in PLM/ERP systems and project management tools (ie. Smartsheet, Asana, Monday, or similar) • Highly organized, calm under pressure, and comfortable driving accountability across teams without direct authority • Ability to break down complex problems or processes to fundamentals in order to execute thoughtfully and efficiently • An imaginative yet analytical mindset, with the ability to translate data into simple, real-world outcomes and goals • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills that foster real, trusting relationships • Openness to direct communication and feedback lead with kindness and positivity • Strength and rigor in navigating ambiguity—you’re a self-starter and a team player • Curiosity and innovation—you’re constantly seeking ways to improve products and processes • A desire for the excitement, grind, and freedom that comes with an early-stage, fast-growing startup • Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Suite • Passion for scented products, including (but not limited to) fragrance, body care, candles, and laundry categories • What You'll Get • Be part of a fast-growing company with an awesome mission • Highly competitive salary and equity so you’re a part of the Snif family

Responsibilities

• Timeline & Process Ownership • Own and maintain the master development milestones for all new launches, from kickoff through first production run • Build and manage individual project timelines working backward from launch and retailer in-store dates • Run the stage-gate process, holding teams to gate deliverables and clearly flagging when a gate is at risk • Identify critical path items early and build contingency plans before timelines slip • Cross-Functional Leadership • Lead the weekly cross-functional commercialization meeting, walking every program and surfacing outstanding milestones • Partner daily with Product Development, Operations, Retail, Brand, and Creative to keep projects tracking • Follow up relentlessly to unblock stalled workstreams and re-sequence when dates move • Escalate development risks and decisions to the leadership team and CEO with a clear recommendation, not just a problem • Vendor & Supply Chain Management • Work directly with formula, component, and packaging vendors to build and validate development timelines • Manage packaging vendors on new tooling development, tooling trials, and component lead times • Track MOQs, lead times, and capacity constraints, and factor them into launch feasibility & timeline • Launch Readiness • Manage timelines of required testing (stability, compatibility, PET, safety assessments) and keep testing on the critical path • Track retailer new-item submission deadlines and line review calendars, and work backward from them • Run post-launch retrospectives and feed lessons learned back into the development process • Medical, Dental and Vision healthcare insurance • 401K Retirement Plan with company matching • Paid Parental Leave • Flexible vacation and PTO policy • Industry-leading well-being and mental-health benefits • Virtual and remote work as well as work-from-home setup • Snif product on us! • Snif is an equal employment opportunity employer to all employees and applicants for employment. We celebrate people from all backgrounds. If you’re driven by our mission, we’d love to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] • We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.