WHAT ON EARTH IS DECIEM?
We are a collective of disrupters and doers, of creatives and scientists, with a mission to reimagine the world of beauty.
Since inception, our vertically integrated structure, including our own laboratories, manufacturing, retail stores, and brand infrastructure, have enabled us to rapidly identify opportunities and deliver quality. Home to The Ordinary, NIOD, AVESTAN, and other emerging brands, our goal is to create with purpose. We were founded on the principle of doing everything that others don’t. Because normal gets you nowhere.
We are DECIEM, The Abnormal Beauty Company.
We are growing rapidly, and we’re looking for someone who shares this vision and wants to grow with us!
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We’re looking for a strategic, detail-oriented, hands-on Senior Project Management leader who will own and drive DECIEM’s product development roadmap from R&D through to launch.
You’ll bring structure, clarity, and momentum across complex, cross-functional projects, ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.
This role is all about turning strategy into execution, proactively managing risk, and elevating how we deliver products at scale.
If you thrive in fast-paced environments and love bringing teams together to make great ideas real, we’d love to meet you 💛
This is a hybrid role based out of our Toronto office.
PAY RANGE
The anticipated base salary for this position is $100k to $110K
Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location.
WHAT YOU’D BE DOING IN THIS ROLE
- Own and manage projects across DECIEM’s full product development lifecycle, from R&D through to product launch.
- Lead and coordinate multiple complex projects at the same time, ensuring clear timelines, scope, budget, and delivery.
- Partner closely with cross-functional teams (Scientific, Production, Supply Chain, Brand, Commercial, Finance, L&D, etc.) to plan and execute product roadmaps.
- Act as the main point of contact for project-related questions, updates, risks, and changes, escalating where needed.
- Proactively assess risks, lead mitigation discussions, and manage high-risk scenarios with stakeholders and leadership.
- Communicate project status, progress, and deviations clearly and consistently, including accurate updates in project tools (e.g. Wrike).
- Ensure all teams understand their responsibilities, deliverables, and deadlines, keeping projects aligned and on track.
- Support, guide, and upskill project managers and coordinators, ensuring a strong understanding of processes and ways of working.
- Design, build, and improve project processes, flows, and frameworks, including creating new ones from scratch when required.
- Drive continuous improvement by reviewing outcomes, documenting lessons learned, and strengthening project delivery standards.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED TO GET THE JOB DONE
- Degree or diploma in Project Management, Business, Science, Cosmetics, IT, or a related field; PMP or equivalent certification is a strong asset.
- 8+ years of hands-on project delivery experience, including product development and launch, with 4+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Proven experience managing complex projects in cosmetics or consumer packaged goods is highly valued.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to drive change, make sound decisions, and lead discussions with senior leadership.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with strong technical proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft/Google suites.
WHAT YOU’LL BE GAINING BY JOINING OUR TEAM
There’s a lot of good stuff that comes along with being a DECIEM team member. Here’s a few of our favourite perks and benefits, in no particular order…
- Generous Vacation & Personal Days, plus additional time off for volunteering in your community, voting, peaceful protesting, celebrating your birthday, and more.
- 6 months of paid time off for new parents (inclusive of all genders).
- Work from anywhere 4 weeks per year.
- A hybrid work model (for applicable roles).
- Summer Friday’s - get off at 1pm all summer long! (for applicable roles).
- A dog-friendly office (and lots of cute dogs to play with).
- Unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Program that includes mental health care, mindfulness programs, and more.
- Access to Development Grants & a LinkedIn Learning membership to help you keep growing and learning.
- A generous discount on DECIEM products for you, your family, and your friends.
BUILDING GROWTH TO POWER GOOD
We are a People first company that lives by our core values to…
- ✨ Defy Convention.
- ✨ Make it real.
- ✨ Play in the grey.
- ✨ Build Bridges.
- ✨ Be the rabbit.
These values continue to guide us in all that we do. Along the way, we’ve been honoured to win some pretty incredible awards, including a CEW Achiever Award, Best Skincare Brand at Sunday Times Style Beauty Awards, and Most Popular Sustainable Brand by The Cosmetify Index Global. We’re still blushing!
SUSTAINABILITY AND SOCIAL IMPACT
DECIEM’s objective is to build growth and do good things while prioritizing people, animals, and the Earth.
Our Sustainability strategy is focused on fighting climate change, improved waste management, responsible packaging, responsible sourcing and product lifecycle, and water conservation.
In 2020, DECIEM established the Good Fund to support both large and grassroots charities in response to global events.
CREATING A HUMAN WORLD OF BEAUTY
DECIEM is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by creating meaningful, measurable change in the lives of our team members and in the communities where we operate. Achieving equality is critical to DECIEM and our future. You can learn more about our DEI commitment in our open letter, "Belonging is the Destination, Change is the Journey".
DECIEM is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on age, colour, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are also committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted to be part of our recruitment process and require accommodation, please let us know.
WANT TO JOIN US?
Thank you for reading the whole thing! If you liked what you heard, kindly send us your resume. We really appreciate your effort in applying for this position. However, only those who have been shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. <3
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