Now Hiring - Manufacturing Product Development Coordinator 2 in Carlsbad, CA

The Innovator of Beauty – Product Development

Do you want to be on the cutting edge of design? Want to wake up genuinely happy and LOVE what you do because you know you transform lives daily?

If so, join a company recently named one of the Best Places to Work in San Diego twice!

The Jon Renau product development team is an innovative, creative team where ideas and execution go to thrive. We are seeking well-rounded individuals who want to push status quo design boundaries. As an ideal candidate, you can help us turn design concepts into reality through your impeccable communication and organizational skills. Our products transform the lives of those who experience hair loss by designing alternative hair pieces, and we believe you can express your creativity while making an impact.

We are growing our team at a rapid rate with superior internal growth opportunities designed to set you up for success, so are you ready to transform your life while transforming others?

Make the move and apply today; you never know just how many lives you can change!

Message to Hair Stylists:

Alternative Hair Expert

Want to step away from behind the chair but want to continue making a difference with your unique set of skills? Join our product development team in order to keep that creative and altruistic side of you flourishing.

Who we are: Jon Renau makes a difference in the lives of those suffering from hair loss. We are one of the world's leading international manufacturers of hair alternatives (wigs, hair pieces, extensions) & strive to deliver the most natural fiber options, fashion-forward styles, most comfortable cap designs and innovative hair solutions to the end wearer. We proudly partner with 2,000+ local boutiques, oncology centers, hospitals, large retailers and prominent e-commerce sites across the U.S. and the world to bring the end consumer the hair loss solutions they need.

What you can expect from us:

We have a very talented, fun, creative, passionate, customer-centric team in a state-of-the-art environment in Carlsbad, CA. We focus on respect, communication, integrity and accountability and strive to continue to be an innovative leader in our industry while doing something very special to those we serve.

The Product Development Coordinator is responsible for owning a specific area of our separated focused categories - Wigs & Toppers, Extensions & Accessories, or Hair Replacement.

This role ensures the team meets calendar deadlines for on-time launches, daily factory communications, and sample coordination.

• Takes ownership of competitive analysis, reviews marketing materials, keeps all master spreadsheets & project briefs up-to-date, and coordinates beta testing/follow-up.
• Assist Lead Product Designer in monitoring projects, updating order sheets, and follow-up with vendors to ensure innovations schedule is executed on time.
• Assist in cross-departmental training for new product innovations details.
• Responsible for scheduling, note taking, and action item allocation during monthly overseas vendor calls.
• Participates in weekly product development meetings, monthly town hall company meetings, and quarterly marketing meetings.
• Drives daily communication with overseas vendors, and cross-functional teams related to product information and deadlines
• Tracks, organizes and coordinates samples and checks specs are accurate, confirms with overseas vendors if specs are met or need revisions. Unpack, stage, or ship samples as needed.
• Works under the general direction of the Lead Product Designer
• Prior experience with software systems such as Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint required
• Able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to meet deadlines consistently
• Ability to multi-task with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work onsite 5 days a week
• Able to flex work schedule 1 late night a week to have overseas vendor calls to accommodate with time difference (can be done offsite)

Qualifications

Core competencies required for Product Development Coordinator 2 position:

• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent judgment and organizational ability
• Able to work independently and effectively with a strong work ethic
• Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills
• Ability to coordinate the efforts of diverse creative employees
• Solid interpersonal skills – able to and enjoy working with cross- functional team members
• Strong proactive communication skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to see big picture and provide useful input company wide
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook

Required Education and Experience

• At least 2 years of successful experience Product Development
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Beauty industry experience preferred
• Cosmetology License a PLUS

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

On site Carlsbad, CA.

Travel

Travel maybe required for factory visits, client visits, seminars and trainings.

Benefits:

We offer competitive salaries, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401k and additional perks. Please visit our website: [please apply online] and apply to join our team to serve others and contribute to the success of our dynamic organization!

• Fun events and monthly Town Halls
• Medical – 100% Employer Sponsored Individual Health Plan
• Dental – 100% Employer Sponsored Individual Dental Plan
• Vision – 100% Employer Sponsored Individual Vision Plan
• Life Insurance – $25,000 Plan 100% Sponsored by Company
• Long Term Disability – 100% Sponsored by the Company
• Flexible Spending Account – With $200 Annual Employer Contribution
• PTO – 3 weeks per year
• Holiday – 6 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 401K – With Employer Match available
• EAP – 100% Employer Sponsored
• Additional: Options for supplemental AFLAC Plans; Sponsored company events, Employee discount on all Jon Renau products.