Pique · 1 week ago
Product Development Manager
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
6+ years expPique is a company at the forefront of DTC eCommerce and branding, and they are seeking a Senior Manager for Product Development. This role is responsible for the end-to-end execution of new product launches and managing key external partner relationships while supporting demand planning and S&OP cadence.
BeautyConsumer GoodsDietary SupplementsE-CommerceRetailWellness
Hiring Manager
Simon Cheng
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end supply chain execution for all NPD launches from concept handoff to warehouse delivery
Manage packaging development, supplier coordination, sampling, and production readiness
Build and maintain detailed NPD timelines, proactively identifying risks and driving mitigation plans
Coordinate cross-functionally with Marketing, Creative, Finance, and 3PL to ensure launches are delivered on time and in full
Identify and onboard new manufacturing partners as needed to support innovation and scale
Maintain and own SKU-level margin files
Partner with Finance and Supply Chain to identify margin improvement opportunities through cost, mix, and logistics optimization
Support pricing, cost modeling, and new product margin validation
Support the monthly S&OP process, including forecast creation, review cadence, and governance
Drive SKU-level forecast accuracy across A/A+ SKUs, including bias reduction and MAPE improvement
Translate demand plans into actionable supply plans to support growth while optimizing working capital
Ensure accurate forecasting of samples and non-revenue demand to avoid supply disruptions
Establish and continuously improve scalable processes, documentation, and operating rhythms
Bring structure to complexity—this role requires someone who thrives in organized chaos
Act as a leader and owner, not just a coordinator
Qualification
Required
6–10+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, or PD within CPG
Proven track record owning new product launches end-to-end
Strong packaging and manufacturing coordination experience
Deep understanding of demand planning, forecasting, and S&OP processes
Experience managing 3PL relationships and logistics cost structures
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple complex timelines
Strong communicator who can lead cross-functional efforts without direct authority
Data-driven mindset with solid Excel/Google Sheets proficiency
Enthusiasm for shaping a motivated, talented, caring, and truth-seeking team culture and contributing to organizational excellence
Preferred
DTC experience strongly preferred
Benefits
100% coverage for medical, vision, dental
6% 401k match
Unlimited PTO
Company
Pique
Pique produces cutting-edge plant-based products to unlock radiant health and beauty from within
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2017-01-01Series Unknown
2015-12-05Seed
Leadership Team
Simon Cheng
Founder & CEO
Amanda Wee
Co-Founder & COO
Recent News
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