Director, Project Management (New Product Development)
Location: Hybrid, Farmingdale, NY
Position Overview
Danessa Myricks Beauty is seeking a highly strategic and execution-focused Director, Project Management to lead cross-functional planning and execution across all product development initiatives.
This role is responsible for building and scaling best-in-class project management processes that support innovation, product launches, and operational initiatives across the organization. The Director will serve as the central driver of timelines, resource planning, and cross-functional alignment, ensuring all programs are delivered on time, in full, and to brand standards.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Innovation & Product Development, this role plays a critical part in translating innovation strategy into seamless execution across Product Development, Packaging, Regulatory, Operations, and Marketing.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Planning
- Develop and implement a scalable project management framework aligned with business goals and innovation priorities
- Partner closely with the Executive Director to prioritize initiatives across the innovation pipeline and product portfolio
- Establish visibility across all active programs, ensuring alignment on timing, resources, and deliverables
- Anticipate risks and external factors, proactively developing solutions to maintain project momentum
Project Execution & Oversight
- Oversee end-to-end execution of cross-functional initiatives, including new product launches, reformulations, regulatory updates, and operational projects
- Own and manage the global project pipeline, ensuring clarity of timelines, dependencies, and resource allocation
- Build and maintain detailed project timelines, identifying critical paths, risks, and mitigation strategies
- Ensure all projects are delivered on time, in full, and within scope
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Serve as the central point of coordination across Product Development, Packaging, Regulatory & Quality, Marketing, and Operations
- Drive accountability across teams to ensure milestones are met and communication is clear
- Align cross-functional stakeholders to ensure seamless execution from concept through commercialization
Process & Operational Excellence
- Continuously refine and optimize project management processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and speed to market
- Implement tools, templates, and best practices to standardize workflows across the organization
- Drive operational rigor and consistency across all development programs
Performance Management & KPIs
- Define and track key performance indicators across time, cost, and quality
- Analyze project performance to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization
- Build reporting structures that provide clear visibility to leadership on project health and progress
Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Provide regular updates to senior leadership on project status, risks, and key decisions
- Translate complex project information into clear, actionable insights for executive audiences
- Build strong relationships across internal teams and external partners
Risk Management & Problem Solving
- Identify potential risks across projects and develop proactive mitigation plans
- Navigate challenges and roadblocks with a solutions-oriented mindset
- Ensure business continuity and project success despite evolving priorities
What We’re Looking For
- Strategic thinker with strong operational and execution capabilities
- Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment
- Strong project management expertise with deep understanding of product development workflows
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven
- Ability to influence and drive alignment across multiple teams
Professional Qualifications
- 7–10+ years of experience in project management, preferably within beauty, CPG, or product development
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives from concept through commercialization
- Strong understanding of product development, packaging, regulatory, and operational processes
- Proven ability to build and scale project management frameworks
- Experience managing timelines and resources across multiple concurrent projects
- Experience in Asana