Junior Project Manager - Product Development

You've picked a great time to join SeneGence. We're looking forward to the next chapter in our company's story and are looking for passionate people to join the team. SeneGence is a privately owned, network marketing company that is in the business of developing and selling personal care products through an independent sales network.

The Junior New Product DevelopmentProject Manager will support the New Product Development Director in leading cross-functional teams to develop, launch and commercialize new products. They will be responsible for assisting in the end-to-end Product Development process, including ideation, concept development, design, testing, launch, and post-launch evaluation. Manage multiple beauty projects (cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bodycare in various product formats) concurrently with a high attention to detail, while being agile and adaptable to change, in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the New Product DevelopmentProject Manager in leading cross-functional teams to ensure new products are developed and launched successfully within the defined timeline, budget, and quality standards.
• Support the development and execution of project plans, including defining project scope, timelines, resource requirements, testing, and deliverables.
• Help communicate project status, perform proactive risk management, and escalate issues to the project team and stakeholders.
• Assist in managing project budget and monitor spending to ensure that it remains within budget limits.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, including vendors and suppliers to meet project timelines.
• Enforce task and project deadlines and accountability of applicable deliverables and report on project progress in accordance with the established project plan.
• Facilitate interdepartmental workflow.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support cost saving initiative projects through project management.
• Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs.
• Lead post project reviews.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR POSITION:

• Bachelor's degree in technical, engineering, science, or a related field.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• 3-5 years of project management experience and 1-2 years of experience in new Product Development or related field.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Teams, Power BI, Project) and Smartsheets (Project Management Software)
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong teamwork mindset.
• Must be independently motivated with excellent attention to detail, analytical, organized, and exhibit a strong teamwork mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and ensure work is completed in the time frame required.
• Experience supporting cross-functional project teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Excellent communications skills, written and verbal, with the ability to communicate with individuals throughout all levels of the organization and customers alike.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously (multi-task effectively) in a fast-paced environment.
• Capacity to manage project timelines under the guidance of Stage Gate.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements for new Product Development.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with project management tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to interface with a variety of audiences, leaders, peers, and team members.
• Strong business acumen including demonstrated track record of clear decision making and ability to facilitate organizational alignment.
• Travel estimated to be 1-5%

SeneGence is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law.

About SeneGence

Founded in 1999 by Joni Rogers-Kante, SeneGence exploded into the marketplace with the launch of LipSense color technology, and quickly rose in popularity as the creator of The Original Long-Lasting Liquid Lip Color. Along with its premier product, SeneGence enabled a way for women to be independent and successful in business, regardless of age, background, or education.

More than 20 years later, SeneGence has expanded its line of products that really work to include anti-aging skin care, long-lasting cosmetics, new men’s line, and has thousands of Distributors in 17 countries across the globe. Even still, the commitment to empowering women has remained the same. SeneGence’s nonprofit organization, The Make Sense Foundation, regularly raises and contributes funds for women and children in need as part of the overall plan to give back to the global community.