Senior Program Manager, Product Development (Formulations)

Who We Are - MANSCAPED® is a leading men’s grooming and lifestyle consumer brand on a mission to introduce and elevate a whole new self-care routine for men. What began as the category creator of below-the-waist grooming has quickly evolved into a global omnichannel powerhouse available around the world on manscaped.com, Amazon, and in major retailers including Target®, Walmart, and Best Buy. As a company, we’re more than just ball jokes (though, rest assured, there’s plenty of those). We proudly uphold seven core values – accountability, authenticity, collaboration, fun, humility, inclusivity, and innovation – which define our brand identity and drive our success. As a people-centric employer brand, we are deeply committed to fostering the growth, happiness, and holistic well-being of each individual on our team. 

Who We’re Looking For - Reporting to the VP, PMO, we are seeking a Senior Program Manager, Product Development (Formulations) to support and organize a growing pipeline of initiatives across internal teams including Packaging, Formulations Product Development, Operations, Marketing, and Creative. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing packaging development programs and supporting product development from concept to delivery. This role requires a passion for cross-functional collaboration, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams to meet business objectives.

Keys to Success - As a member of the PMO team, success will be measured based on three key actions. 1) Doing your job; setting and meeting appropriate goals that ladder up to the long-term Company vision and the short-term Company targets. You are expected to align on these goals with your manager, and then deliver on them. 2) Doing Your Job, the Right Way; At MANSCAPED® we strive to be ideal team players. That means striving to live up to the Humble, Hard Working & Smart framework. 3) Engaging (in both directions) with Radical Candor in a way that seeks to improve the performance of yourself and the team around you.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project management for formulation and packaging initiatives, from initial scoping through execution, launch, and post-launch review. 
• Partner closely with Devices Product Development PMs to create and manage comprehensive timelines for product and packaging development tied to omni-channel launches.
• Oversee packaging development efforts to ensure alignment with brand standards, consumer usability, regulatory compliance, quality, cost targets, and readiness for commercialization.
• Manage change request queue and process optimization across all packaging types including kits, hard goods and formulations.
• Manage key strategic packaging initiatives related to formulation packaging, sustainability, cost and/or quality.
• Provide critical retail support for Retail Kits, Retail KIs (Sell Sheets and Spec Sheets), and Retail Line Reviews.
• Coordinate with 3PLs and operations teams to ensure proper SKU entry into systems, tracking of AD and STTs, and availability of CX and influencer launch samples.
• Monitor and facilitate product launches involving backorder statuses, ensuring communication and alignment across cross-functional teams.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration among Product Development, Packaging, Creative, Regulatory, Operations, and Marketing to keep teams aligned on key milestones and dependencies.
• Facilitate project ceremonies such as kickoffs, status reviews, and retrospectives—surfacing risks, blockers, and dependencies while ensuring ownership and accountability.
• Support development and qualification of packaging components including sourcing, compatibility testing, compliance, and production scalability.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and tracking tools to monitor packaging and formulation development status; manage routing of approvals, timeline updates, and deliverable tracking.
• Continuously identify opportunities to optimize workflows, improve team collaboration, and drive process efficiencies across internal and external partners.
• Ensure timely delivery of product assets by proactively managing project timelines, communicating changes, and resolving issues quickly.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of program or project management experience, with at least 2+ years in full life cycle formulation product development (primary and secondary packaging)
• Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle, especially for CPG or personal care products
• Experience managing timelines and deliverables for formulations development including packaging compatibility, formula readiness, and regulatory requirements
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to adapt to different audiences and foster collaboration across departments
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment while managing multiple initiatives and changing priorities 
• In-depth knowledge of packaging materials and development processes
• Highly organized, resourceful, and solution-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
• Self-starter with a high degree of initiative and ownership, but also a strong team collaborator
• Familiarity with project management tools like Asana or similar; ability to quickly adapt to new platforms
• International experience and a global mindset are a plus!  

MANSCAPED® Benefits 

• Take time to find balance and rejuvenate your senses. Enjoy a generous 20 accrued vacation days per year to relax, travel, and spend quality time with your loved ones. We value your need for a healthy work-life balance. 

• Health comes first, always. We provide 40 hours of paid sick leave annually, ensuring you can take the time you need to recover. 

• Your mental health matters. Take 3 paid mental health days to recharge and take care of your emotional well-being.  

• We offer 9 paid holidays throughout the year (including your birthday!) to give you the opportunity to celebrate important moments and take a break from work. 

• Let us take the guess work out of retirement planning with our employee 401(k) plan and company match.  

• Some call it pet insurance, we call it Paws & Claws coverage. Our plan helps you take care of your furry family members, giving you peace of mind. 

• Our comprehensive life insurance, AD&D and long-term disability coverage provide financial security for you and your family in case of unexpected events. 

• Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, along with Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), ensuring you and your family are well-covered. 

• If you're facing life's challenges, our confidential Employee Assistance Program offers resources to help you navigate them. 

• Add a layer of protection from the unexpected costs of emergencies and unexpected illnesses. Enrollment in our accident and critical illness plans can provide financial support during the most difficult of times. 

• We are a remote-first employer. You will receive a monthly utility allowance to help cover the costs of Wifi and phone usage. 

• Enjoy a generous discount on our products as part of our employee discount program, making holiday and birthday shopping a breeze. 

• Participate in our exciting wellness challenges designed to promote a healthy and active lifestyle. From step competitions to mindfulness sessions, join your colleagues in fun and motivating activities that boost your physical and mental well-being. 

• We support our families by offering paid parental leave to support you during a pivotal time in your life, adding to the family! 

• We like to cheer each other on. Our regular recognition initiatives ensure you are acknowledged for your hard work and achievements. 

• We encourage community involvement by offering one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to support a cause that means the most to you. 

• We are a certified Great Place to Work, growing rapidly and offering incredible opportunities for advancement. Join us and be part of an exciting journey with a company that values its employees.