Activate Talent: Excel Modelling Consultant - Skincare Product NPD/EPD Process
Headquarters: Mexico Remote | Full-time
About the Role
We are redesigning our New Product Development (NPD) and Existing Product Development (EPD) operating system and are seeking an experienced specialist to build a robust, Excel-based Commercial Gate Tool to support consistent, high-quality decision-making across Gate 1, Gate 2, and Gate 3.
The process architecture and governance model are already defined. This role exists to close the tooling gap by designing and delivering a practical, user-friendly Excel framework that enables commercial evaluation, scenario analysis, and cross-functional alignment.
This is a short-term, high-impact project role focused on delivering a tangible, business-critical tool — not ongoing operational ownership.
What You’ll Do
Tool Design & Build
Design and build an Excel-based Commercial Gate Tool covering:
- Kick-off
- Gate 1
- Gate 2
- Gate 3
- Create a clear, logical structure that aligns with existing NPD / EPD governance.
Commercial Modeling & Automation
Integrate automated calculations, including:
- Target COGS derived from RRP and margin targets
- Volume, pricing, and margin scenarios
- Build scenario-handling logic to support:
- Different sourcing routes
- Project types
- COGS and cost structure assumptions
Supply Chain Handover & Outputs
Design clean, usable Gate 3 outputs for Supply Chain, including:
- Shopping lists / component requirements
- PO spend timing
- Cash flow forecasts
Usability & Governance
Apply formulas and macros where appropriate — creating a tool that is robust but not over-engineered.
- Focus on:
- Usability and clarity
- Version control
- Ease of adoption across functions (Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing).
- Ensure the tool reflects how real commercial decisions are made — pragmatic, transparent, and actionable.
Collaboration & Iteration
Work closely with business and operations leads to:
- Gather feedback
- Iterate quickly
- Align the tool to real-world use cases
Ideal Profile
- Expert-level Excel modeller with strong command of:
- Advanced formulas
- Scenario logic
- Macros / automation
- Proven experience building:
- Commercial decision-making tools
- Governance or stage-gate frameworks
- Strong commercial acumen:
- Margin targets
- Cost trade-offs
- Operational decision-making
- Comfortable working independently in an ambiguous, build-from-scratch environment.
- Experience in FMCG, retail, or product development environments strongly preferred.
What This Role Is / Isn’t
This Role Is:
- A practical, decision-enabling tool build
- A short-term, high-impact project
- A collaborative engagement with senior business stakeholders
This Role Is Not:
- A long-term operational role
- A pure finance or academic modeling exercise