Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Snif is hiring a Project Manager, Product Commercialization to own the execution of new products from project kickoff through production and launch. The role manages development timelines, coordinates cross-functional teams and vendors, and drives launch readiness, risk management, and process improvement.
Responsibilities
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
Skills
- 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
Benefits
- Equity
- An opportunity for growth and ability to widen your role and responsibilities
- 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!
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