PRODUCT DEVELOPER - INNOVATIONS (ASSISTANT MANAGER - MARKETING)

Unilab unilab.com.ph Open · verified Sep 18, 2026

Mandaluyong City Manager General Marketing

Mid-level General Marketing role at Unilab. Mandaluyong City.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Create new beauty and personal care brands, products, and extensions
Take new product projects from early concepts through finished-goods production
Keep stage-gate work moving by tracking risks, clearing blockers, and escalating issues
Coordinate marketing, R&D, Regulatory, Supply, Sales, and market teams around consumer needs

What you bring

A bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, product development, or a related field
At least five years in brand management, product innovation, or category development
Experience leading cross-functional teams and launching products in a fast-moving setting
Strong project management, analytical, communication, and presentation skills
Knowledge of stage-gate or agile development, with a consumer-focused problem-solving approach

Who this fits

You’ll fit a role focused on beauty and personal care innovation, cross-functional leadership, and turning consumer insights into products. The position is based in Mandaluyong City, and the listing does not state travel, visa, or work-arrangement requirements.

From the employer

Position Overview

We are seeking a forward-thinking, results-driven Product Developer (Assistant Manager - Marketing) to drive the development and execution of our new product initiatives in the beauty & personal care space under the Unilab Consumer Portfolio Strategy & Development group. This role will be responsible for project management of NPD projects, from concept creation to finished goods production, driving cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring projects align with business and portfolio strategy and consumer needs. The ideal candidate will have a passion for project management and the ability to balance creative vision with operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Brand & Product Creation

Lead the creation and development of new brands, product lines, and extensions that deliver breakthrough value propositions.
Partner with Regional and Local Marketing, R&D, Regulatory, Supply, and Sales to develop compelling product concepts, positioning, and go-to-market strategies.

2. Project & Process Management

Manage NPD projects through stage-gate processes and drive accountability across cross-functional teams from relevant markets.
Monitor project risks, remove roadblocks, and escalate issues to keep programs on track.

3. Cross Functional Collaboration

Work harmoniously w/ others to build a culture that encourages experimentation and problem-solving.
Foster strong cross-functional partnerships with local markets & enabler groups and champion the voice of the consumer throughout the organization.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Product Development, or related field
5+ years of experience in brand management, product innovation, or category development (personal care or FMCG experience strongly preferred).
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and successfully launch products in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional project management skills with expertise in stage-gate or agile development processes.
Strong analytical skills to evaluate market data, identify opportunities, and prioritize initiatives.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Creative problem solver with a passion for consumer insights and product development.