Beauty Development Project Manager (f/m/d) Maternity Leave Replacement

Beauty Development Project Manager (f/m/d) Maternity Leave Replacement

Location: Berlin

Type: Vollzeit, Befristet (Maternity Leave Replacement, until End 2027)

Deine Aufgaben

• Lead the NPD process for multiple products from stakeholder kick‑off to launch, working closely with the Team Lead Beauty Development.
• Own and manage the project timelines and gateway process, ensuring all milestones are met within the agreed timeframe.
• Coordinate closely with cross‑functional teams including Marketing, Creative, Operations, Regulatory and Supply Chain as well as external partners such as laboratories and suppliers.
• Manage the tracking, distribution, testing and evaluation of product samples from laboratories and ensure structured feedback collection from internal stakeholders and external testers (e.g. influencers, community).
• Ensure accurate documentation of key product development decisions including formula actives, packaging, and design specifications.
• Own and continuously improve the sample management system, product library, and office stock in our Berlin office.
• Coordinate the artwork and packaging development process for new products and product updates in collaboration with Regulatory and Creative teams.
• Contribute to the development of innovative product ideas through trend research, trade fairs, social media insights, competitor analysis and customer feedback.
• Support business case development, including pricing strategy, competitor benchmarking and market positioning.
• Proactively identify opportunities to optimize processes and improve cross‑functional collaboration throughout the product development lifecycle.

Dein Profil

• You hold a degree in business administration, project management, economics or a related field.
• You have at least 2 years of professional experience in project management, ideally in the beauty, cosmetics, FMCG or a fast‑paced consumer brand environment.
• You have a strong understanding of product development processes and project management methods.
• You are highly organized, structured and detail‑oriented, with strong planning and prioritization skills.
• You have excellent communication skills, both internally and with external partners.
• You have passion for beauty products and affinity to fashion/beauty trends.
• You can quickly familiarize yourself with various complex topics and work in a well‑organized, structured manner.
• You think in opportunities instead of challenges and have a hands‑on attitude to execute new projects.
• You have a positive and open personality and love to work in a team.
• You speak German and English fluently, other languages are more than welcome.
• You are willing to work from the office in Berlin for 3 days a week.
• You are willing to also take over administrative and operational tasks.

Benefits

• 26 vacation days to start – and one more for every full year you stay with us, up to 30 days.
• A charity day, just for you – one paid day per year to give back however feels right to you. Solo or with your team.
• €70 monthly gitti product voucher – stock up on your favourites or try everything new.
• €50/month wellness budget – choose between Urban Sports Club, ClassPass, or Wolt.
• Deutschlandticket, on us – we cover your public transport costs.
• Company pension with a 20% employer top‑up.
• Hybrid & flexible working – we come together at least 3 days per week in our Berlin office, beyond that work from home or remotely as your role allows.

gitti’s company culture implies that all qualified applicants are considered for positions regardless of race, ethnic origin, gender, age, religion or belief, marital status, gender identification, sexual orientation, or disability.