Project Manager, Operations Management, Project & Program Management

Overview

Project Manager (Beauty/ Fragrance industry) – Luxe Brands is seeking a strategic, execution-driven Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery across global product launches, promotional programs and sampling efforts. This role is critical in driving speed to market, scaling processes, and ensuring cross-functional alignment across a dynamic and growing product portfolio. Reporting to the Director, Manufacturing & Engineering, the Project Manager will serve as a central driver of execution;

bringing structure, momentum, and clarity to complex initiatives.

• Develop and manage detailed project timelines, identifying critical paths to consistently meet requested ship dates.
• Own and drive program timelines with suppliers, proactively negotiating, challenging assumptions and resolving issues as they arise.
• Lead recurring cross-functional development meetings that foster alignment, collaboration and momentum.
• Serve as the central point of coordination for cross-functional execution across new product launches, reformulations, regulatory changes, packaging updates, and other operational initiatives.
• Proactively identify risks and escalate critical issues to senior leadership with clear recommendations and actionable next steps.
• Create and maintain the cost of goods for all active products.
• Drive accountability and clarity across teams to ensure milestones, handoffs, and approvals are delivered on time.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners through influence, diplomacy, and clear communication.
• Implement tools, templates, and best practices to standardize workflows and improve operational efficiency.

• 4 - 5+ years of project management experience, preferably within beauty or CPG.
• Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional initiatives from concept through commercialization.
• Strong understanding of product development, packaging, regulatory, supply chain, and marketing processes and workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to build and scale project management frameworks in fast-paced organizations.
• Exceptional organizational and follow-up skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently.
• Highly proficient in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Excel, Word).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• Authorized to work in the United States