3,576 Senior Development Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

Ready to lead innovation in luxury haircare? Beauty Works, the brand trusted by professionals and adored by celebrities, is seeking a Product Development Manager to shape the future of our award-winning haircare and electrical ranges. From concept to launch, you’ll drive product excellence, collaborate with global suppliers, and bring standout solutions to market. If you’re passionate about beauty, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a sharp eye for quality and trends — we want to hear from you.

Beauty Works retails luxury hair solutions, including ready to wear clip-ins, semi-permanent professional extensions and exclusive collaborations. Our hair extensions, aftercare products and electrical stylers have earned recognition amongst the beauty press and up and down the red carpet. Beauty Works operates internationally to both to salon professional and directly to consumers and is owned by a Beauty Industry Group based in Salt Lake City and has the largest share of the hair extensions market in the world.

Job Summary

The Product Development Manager – Wet Line & Electricals is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of Beauty Works’ wet line and electrical product ranges, from initial concept through to final launch. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving product innovation, managing supplier relationships, maintaining critical timelines, and ensuring all products meet our quality standards and brand expectations.The role requires someone who is proactive, detail-oriented professional with a strong background in the Hair & Beauty industry, particularly within wet line and electrical product development. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in sourcing, product testing, and quality assurance, along with a creative mindset and the ability to manage multiple projects across cross-functional teams.

Role Outline & responsibilities

• Support the Product and Creative Director specifically across wet line and electrical categories within the Beauty Works portfolio.
• Lead and manage the product development process from concept to launch, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams—Marketing, eCommerce, Graphics, Finance and Sales—to align product launches with brand strategy and market demands.
• Conduct ongoing market research to track trends, consumer needs, and competitor activity, providing strategic input into product development.
• Build and manage the critical path for all projects, liaising with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues and drive progress.
• Develop and maintain detailed product specifications and technical documentation; ensure updates are communicated clearly across relevant teams.
• Source and manage relationships with global suppliers for wet line and electrical products, negotiating favourable costs to achieve margin targets.
• Present product concepts, costings, and timelines to the Product & Creative Director and the Senior Management Team in the UK and US.
• Provide regular updates during product development meetings and contribute to strategic planning discussions for the UK and US markets.
• Coordinate directly with manufacturers and suppliers across time zones to ensure efficient production timelines and address any development issues promptly.
• Plan and execute testing protocols for both product performance and packaging across wet line and electrical ranges.
• Ensure timely arrival of all samples for internal review by Marketing, Sales, Graphics, and eCommerce teams.
• Document and communicate testing outcomes, ensuring compliance with quality expectations and storing records for future reference.
• Work in collaboration with the Quality Control team to perform periodic reviews of product consistency and maintain standards across all batches and suppliers.
• Ensure accurate sample archiving and maintain a well-organized product development workspace.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of products including development, SKU optimization, and performance analysis to inform rationalization and future strategy.

Key Skills

• 3-5 years of product management experience (preferred)
• Strong project management skills with exceptional organisational abilities
• Proven experience in supplier relationship management, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively to drive product development
• Strong documentation skills, with attention to detail
• Experience in product lifecycle management
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods and procedures
• Familiarity with the company’s current product range and future concepts
• Experience with quality assurance processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, V-LookUp, Formulas, etc.), as well as NetSuite, PLM, PDM, and database management
• Willingness to travel internationally as required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively

Our client, a specialist tour operator based in Brighton, is seeking a Product Development Manager to join their team on a 1 year maternity cover contract. The role involves leading a small team to create new itineraries and refine existing products. The role is based in office Monday-Friday with a salary of up to £45,000 with the option to work 8 days per month from home after probation.

Product Development Manager duties:

• Proven experience in travel product development, contracting, or supplier management
• Strong communication and supplier relationship skills
• Leading a small team to develop new itineraries and refine existing products
• Working closely with the product, commercial and operations teams
• Confidence in managing suppliers and launching new experiences

Product Development Manager skills required:

• Friendly, enthusiastic, and agile in your thinking
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Skilled at building relationships
• Confident negotiator and problem solver
• Open to frequent overseas travel and flexible working hours

Additional Information:

• Office based with 8 work from home days
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Performance related bonus
• Discounted travel
• Team trips

Product Development Manager

Location: Brighton, UK (with some travel)

We’re looking for a talented and driven Product Development Manager to take the lead in bringing new locations to this client’s portfolio across the globe.

This is a central, strategic role within the business – ideal for someone with a passion for travel and innovation, a flair for product creation, and the ability to balance commercial, guest, and brand needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the end-to-end development of new trips and product concepts – from idea to launch.
• Collaborating with the Head of Product to identify growth opportunities and drive strategic planning.
• Conducting market research and competitor analysis to stay ahead of trends and customer expectations.
• Working closely with suppliers, building strong partnerships, and overseeing contracts and onboarding.
• Managing the new product development team and working cross-functionally with Marketing, Commercial, and Operations.
• Ensuring a consistent, high-quality guest experience across all new and existing trips.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in product development within the adventure travel or tour operator industry.
• Proven track record of managing supplier relationships and commercial negotiations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• A detail-focused, adaptable mindset with strong creative problem-solving abilities.
• Passion for adventure travel

Sound like the perfect fit?

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Product Development Manager Fluid Solutions

Join a Global Leader in Fluid Solutions

Mercury Hampton Ltd. is exclusively partnering with a well-established provider of fluid solutions, renowned for its strong presence across Europe and the US.

Due to rapid growth and strategic expansion, this company is seeking a dynamic Product Development Manager to elevate its product portfolio and drive innovatio.

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The Product Development Manager will be instrumental in steering the successful delivery of new features, enhancements, and product innovations across our digital platforms. As a key member of a cross-functional squad, this role serves as the conduit between strategic product vision and operational execution, ensuring that product changes are thoroughly defined, implemented efficiently, and meet c.

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Product Development Manager

Location: Brighton, UK (with some travel)
Contract: Permanent

Were looking for a talented and driven Product Development Manager to take the lead in bringing new locations to this clients portfolio across the globe.

This is a central, strategic role within the business ideal for someone with a passion for travel and innovation, a flair for product creation, and the ability.