Brand Management Specialist for Beauty & Skincare (Seoul, South Korea)

The engagement will involve supporting the end-to-end product development process, including market research, product concept development, ingredient selection, product positioning, formulation coordination, and launch planning. The specialist will collaborate closely with internal Sales, R&D, Packaging Design, and Regulatory Affairs teams, as well as external cosmetic manufacturers (ODM partners), to help bring product ideas to life.

For this project, the selected candidate will:

• Market Analysis
  - Conduct beauty market, consumer, and trend analysis to identify new product opportunities and generate innovative product ideas
• Product Planning & Development
  - Manage the end-to-end skincare product development process and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams
  - Plan and execute new product launches and existing product renewal projects
  - Develop product concepts, claims, and positioning strategies
  - Identify key ingredients and technical storytelling opportunities, and lead formulation development
  - Manage product cost structures and profitability (P&L)
  - Communicate and coordinate with cosmetic manufacturers (ODM partners)
  - Analyze product performance and recommend improvement plans
  - Respond to product-related issues across both B2C and B2B channels

Ideal candidates will have:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience (Assistant Manager level; final grading/title to be confirmed)
• Experience in the beauty/cosmetics industry, preferably with a brand owner/company
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market trends and business data
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Portfolio submission is mandatory (please attach with application)
• English communication skills preferred (optional)

Preferred Competencies:

• Strong understanding of skincare product development and commercialization
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously
• Passion for beauty trends, consumer insights, and innovation

• This is an onsite contract engagement based at the FKI Tower in Yeouido, Seoul, South Korea
• Approximately 40 hours per week, with a contract duration of up to 12 months
• Korean communication skills are preferred, with English proficiency considered an advantage