The Company
KIKO MILANO was founded in 1997 in Milan and has revolutionized the way cosmetics are sold globally. We offer a wide variety of products, textures, and colors, creating a multi-sensorial experience through innovative technology at an affordable price. Based in Italy, KIKO MILANO combines quality, creativity, and stunning aesthetics.
Your Role at KIKO MILANO
We seek a Junior Product Manager responsible for overseeing the product development lifecycle according to profitability terms, timing, and execution processes within marketing specifications to ensure new launch goals and terms.
In particular, the Junior PM is responsible for the ideation, creation, and implementation of new product launches in terms of product development, communication, and in-store activation, including:
* Management of the product portfolio - definition of key product features (packaging, texture), sales forecasts, price positioning according to the brand strategy and investments
* Analysis of trends, competition, and identification of new consumer insights
* 360° Implementation of new launches: communication, retail products, and follow-up of sales
* Creation and management of communication campaigns
* Support and contribution to the new launches digital strategies
* Competition and new KIKO launches performance analysis to implement strategies and maximize business objectives
What You Will Need to Succeed
* 2-3 years of experience in product development in the food, fashion, or cosmetics industry
* Degree or Master in Economics, Marketing, or Management Engineering
* Strong leadership and operational discipline
* Excellent analytical skills and strategic thinking
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Entrepreneurial spirit and positive mindset
* Passion for the beauty business and attention to emerging trends
* Excellent knowledge of Excel and main marketing operational tools
* Fluency in English
We Would Love If You Had
* A leader-driven approach
* Ability to learn on the job
* Highly collaborative style and willingness to work in teams
* Active listening
* Emotional intelligence
* Openness to a culture of continuous feedback