Job Description
At Medik8, our focus is to lead with science and drive deeper research to increase the latest technologies, actives and innovation that keep Medik8 incomparable against the market. We are fueled by our passion to innovate and deliver the highest quality, so our customers never have to choose between results and experience.
We now have an opportunity to drive and support critical US OTC product development projects for a 12-18th month FTC. This is a hybrid role and you will be based in our brand new Innovation Centre in Aylesbury (HP22 5WJ) where all of our award winning products are developed and created.
Using your strong project management skills, you will manage the related tasks and critical path; collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks, seeing the project through to successful completion.
The ideal candidate will be highly organised with the ability to work with agility and adapt to business challenges. Our internal teams work collaboratively so we’re looking for a team player who is results-oriented, deadline-driven and is eager to seek out innovative ways for Medik8 to succeed.
Your role in detail:
- Executes NPD according to FDA guidelines.
- Creates CPA and timelines, tracks project(s) to achieve launch timings.
- Pre-empt high risk areas of the timeline with high level thinking, develop contingency plans ahead of time.
- Manages a team of analysts and engineers.
- Collaborates with the key stakeholders to ensure optimum quality at all times.
- Clearly communicates deadlines, and works at pace to ensure they are met.
- Ensures accurate and concise reporting of project status.
- Manages relevant documentation.
- Ensures project and finished product margin are commercially optimum.
We would really like to hear from you, if you have..
- Proven experience within a project role, preferably in a manufacturing type function.
- Ideally, experience in working to FDA regulations and/or sunscreen product development experience.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong organisational skills with a proactive mindset.
- The ability to problem solve and navigate around obstacles.
- A hands on, flexible approach and willingness to get ‘stuck in’.
- FMCG/Health & Beauty exposure will be beneficial.
About us
Medik8 is an established leader in the skincare arena, utilising our iconic CSA Philosophy to develop professional anti-aging solutions that ensure Beautiful Skin For Life.
After seeing incredible growth over the last few years, we became PE backed in 2021. This investment will allow us to expand even faster, to innovate the future and to take on the world with our award-winning products in all the categories.
Culture & Benefits
We are fuelled by our commitment to sustainability, quality, efficiency, and an unwavering passion for our customers. Championing solutions-focused thinking, we possess a purpose-driven mentality and strive to work with integrity and agility, always. We are collaborative go-givers; our diverse talents work cross-functionally and we achieve more together. We are proud to do everything in-house, challenging the norm and pushing the boundaries of possibility. It’s just who we are!
Some of the perks of being part of the Medik8 team include:
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Flexible & Hybrid working
- Private Medical Insurance + Mental Health support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual Performance Bonus
- Long Service Awards
- 75% discount + Annual Product Allowance
- Flexible Career opportunities
- Up-skilling support + regular Lunch & Learns
- 2 Volunteering days per year
- Matched Charitable Giving Scheme
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Want to do a little more research before you apply?* *
Head over to our main https://www.medik8.com/pages/team to find out more about the team and our values. You can also find out more about us on https://www.linkedin.com/company/832934/admin/, https://www.glassdoor.co.uk/Overview/Working-at-www-medik8-com-EI_IE6332766.11,25.htm & https://www.instagram.com/officialmedik8/?hl=en.
Medik8 is a brand owned by Pangaea Laboratories.
_At Medik8, we believe that diversity within our workplace drives innovation. We celebrate multiple backgrounds, cultures, approaches and points of view, and believe that when people feel respected and included, they can truly flourish. We’re committed to advancing equal opportunities and we’re dedicated to building a workforce as diverse as our consumer base, creating a multifaceted, equitable and inclusive culture and allowing all colleagues to bring their whole selves to work.
Our DE&I ethos also flows through our recruitment process. Studies have found that minority groupings tend to apply for roles only when they meet 100% of the role requirements, in comparison to non-minority grouping tend to apply when they meet only 60% of the role requirements (Hewlett Packard ). The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, so if you think you meet 60+ of the role spec and are passionate, excited & feel like you have the potential to fulfil the rest - then we want to hear from you!_
Job Type: Contract