Business Manager

Lagos
June 8, 2026
₦400,000 / month
Full Time Remote
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Job Description

A reputable company in the cosmetics industry is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Business Manager to oversee the development and successful launch of innovative cosmetic products. This role combines product development, project management, market analysis, and business strategy to ensure cosmetic products meet consumer demands while driving profitability and sustainable business growth.

The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of cosmetic product development alongside excellent commercial and leadership capabilities, enabling the transformation of product concepts into scalable and market-ready solutions.

Location: Lagos (Remote)
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Cosmetics
Salary: ₦400,000 per month

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the end-to-end development of cosmetic products, from concept creation and formulation to testing, regulatory compliance, and market launch.
  • Conduct market research on consumer trends, emerging ingredients, industry innovations, and growth opportunities within the beauty sector.
  • Develop and manage project plans, budgets, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful product execution.
  • Assess product viability, pricing models, profitability, and commercial scalability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including research and development, marketing, finance, sustainability, and operations to align product strategies with business objectives.
  • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, regulatory authorities, and strategic partners.
  • Support product positioning, go-to-market initiatives, and revenue growth strategies.
  • Prepare and present business cases, project updates, performance reports, and strategic recommendations to management.

Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 4–7 years of experience in cosmetic product development, formulation, project management, or a related role.
  • Strong understanding of cosmetic ingredients, product formulations, manufacturing processes, and regulatory requirements.
  • Proven experience managing projects from ideation through commercial launch.
  • Solid knowledge of budgeting, product profitability analysis, and commercial strategy.
  • Experience within FMCG, beauty, cosmetics, or manufacturing sectors is an added advantage.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
Required Skills
  • Cosmetic formulation and product development
  • Project management and execution
  • Commercial strategy and business development
  • Market research and consumer insights
  • Budgeting and profitability analysis
  • Regulatory compliance management
  • Supplier and stakeholder relationship management
  • Strategic communication and leadership
Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Innovative and commercially focused.
  • Strong leadership and project execution abilities.
  • Results-oriented with excellent strategic thinking skills.
  • Capable of balancing scientific expertise with business growth objectives.
How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter using “Business Manager – Cosmetics Industry” as the subject of the email.

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