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• Lead the end-to-end product development process for beauty and wellness items.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, consumer needs, and competitive landscapes.
• Develop product concepts, specifications, and formulation guidelines.
• Collaborate with formulators and R&D teams to create innovative product formulations.
• Oversee stability, efficacy, and safety testing of new products.
• Source and evaluate raw materials and packaging components.
• Coordinate with contract manufacturers for pilot runs and full-scale production.
• Develop marketing claims and product positioning strategies.
• Ensure all products comply with relevant industry regulations and standards.
• Manage product development timelines and budgets effectively.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in product development within the beauty and wellness industry.
• Proven track record of successfully launching new cosmetic or personal care products.
• Strong knowledge of cosmetic ingredients, formulation, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with global cosmetic regulations and testing requirements.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Creative thinking and a passion for innovation in the beauty space.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and suppliers.
• Ability to work independently and drive projects to completion.

• Lead the ideation and development of new beauty and wellness products.
• Conduct market research and identify consumer trends and unmet needs.
• Translate consumer insights into compelling product concepts and briefs.
• Manage the product development lifecycle from concept to launch.
• Collaborate with R&D and formulators to create innovative product formulations.
• Oversee product testing, efficacy studies, and safety assessments.
• Work with packaging teams on innovative and sustainable packaging solutions.
• Ensure products meet quality, regulatory, and cost objectives.
• Prepare technical documentation and product launch materials.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and contract manufacturers remotely.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Product Development, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in product development, preferably within the beauty, skincare, or personal care industry.
• Demonstrated success in launching new beauty products.
• Strong understanding of cosmetic ingredients, formulation, and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of global beauty regulations and compliance standards.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Creative thinking and a keen eye for market trends.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
• Experience with digital collaboration tools and remote team management.

• Lead the ideation, research, and development of new beauty and wellness products, ensuring alignment with market trends and consumer demand.
• Manage the end-to-end product development process, including concept generation, formulation, stability testing, safety assessments, and packaging design.
• Collaborate closely with R&D teams, chemists, and external labs to develop innovative and effective product formulations.
• Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive analysis, and consumer trend forecasting to identify product opportunities.
• Develop product briefs, specifications, and claims, ensuring scientific substantiation and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee the product costing and pricing strategy, ensuring profitability and market competitiveness.
• Work with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and product launch plans.
• Maintain a deep understanding of ingredient technology, manufacturing processes, and global regulatory requirements within the beauty and wellness sector.
• Manage multiple product development projects simultaneously, adhering to timelines and budgets.
• Foster strong relationships with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and testing facilities.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Pharmacy, or a related scientific field.
• A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in product development within the beauty and/or wellness industry.
• Proven expertise in formulating and developing a wide range of cosmetic and personal care products (e.g., skincare, haircare, color cosmetics).
• Strong understanding of cosmetic ingredients, formulation science, and current industry trends.
• Demonstrated experience in managing product lifecycles from concept to commercialization.
• Knowledge of regulatory affairs and compliance standards (e.g., FDA, EU regulations) is essential.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, adept at working within a remote team structure.
• Creative mindset with a passion for innovation and consumer-centric product development.
• Experience with claims substantiation and clinical testing protocols is a plus.

About Worldline
Worldline helps businesses of all shapes and sizes to accelerate their growth journey - quickly, simply, and securely. We are the innovators at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. Our technology powers the growth of millions of businesses across 5 continents. And just as we help our customers accelerate their business, we are committed to helping our people accelerate their careers. Together, we shape the evolution.

The Opportunity
Join Worldline Financial Services as the Acquiring Processing Product Manager, owning the end-to-end lifecycle of a high-impact product that delivers strong customer value and accelerates growth. You'll be the strategic hub developing Vision, Strategy, Roadmap, and Business Features, while syncing with sales, engineering, architecture, and other cross-functional partners to shape innovative solutions customers love. Driven by market insights and data, you'll steer 360° performance, continuous improvement, and revenue expansion in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities
As Acquiring Processing Product Manager, you translate market data and trends into business value by prioritizing high‑impact initiatives that drive product's revenue and margin. You own the business roadmap and align cross‑functional teams to achieve product's successful results:

• Conduct market research and analysis to understand trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape whilst defining long-term product vision and strategy
• Gather and prioritise business requirements from stakeholders including customers and partners, defining product features and specifications
• Develop and maintain product roadmaps that outline development and business release schedules
• Collaborate closely with Sales and Engineering teams to ensure requirements are understood and implemented correctly
• Contribute actively to go-to-market strategy and execution for product/features launches, including campaigns, trainings, marketing collaterals…
• Define investment objectives aligned with product strategy and prepare investment plans for governance bodies
• Monitor product performance through OKRs, KPIs, and 360° data analysis to drive continuous improvement

Who Are We Looking For
We look for an inspirational leader, driven by passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. You will have the opportunity to express your entrepreneurial skills and mindset to lead the development of your own product while animating and inspiring the product core team to achieve key results.

In Practice This Means

• Proactive "can do" attitude and entrepreneurial mindset essential for daily business success
• Customer-centric mindset with strong focus on understanding and meeting customer needs and experience in acting on customer feedback
• Strategic thinking abilities to align product development with business goals and set product vision and mid/long-term strategy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for articulating product vision and presenting complex information clearly and concisely
• Strong project management capabilities to handle multiple projects simultaneously with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Collaborative approach with experience managing stakeholders with diverse interests and building strong cross-functional relationships
• Analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving to derive actionable insights
• Technical understanding of product development processes and familiarity with relevant product management tools
• Fluent English skills both written and spoken; additional group languages (French, German, Dutch) are welcomed

Perks & Benefits
Be part of a company guided by a strong purpose to do good and recognized as top 1% of the most sustainable companies in all sectors worldwide.

• Work with inspiring colleagues and be empowered to learn, grow and accelerate your career.
• We also operate a flexible benefits scheme, allowing you to purchase discounted products and services;
• Employee Share Program. We win together as a team, and our long-term incentive plans are crafted to give every Worldline a financial stake in the business they are helping to grow;
• At Worldline our top priority is to engage, encourage and develop you to help you improve your potential. In fact, we have comprehensive training and development programs in place demonstrating our dedication to developing your career.

Shape the evolution
We are pushing towards the next frontiers of payments technology, and we look for big thinkers to join our journey. People with passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. Here you'll work with ambitious colleagues from around the world, take on unique challenges as a team, and make a real impact on society. And with our empowering culture, strong technology and extensive training opportunities, we help you accelerate your career. Wherever you decide to go. Join our global team of over 18,000 innovators across 40+ countries, and shape a tomorrow that is yours to own.

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