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Excel Modelling Consultant - Skincare Product NPD/EPD Process at Activate Talent. NPD / EPD Commercial Gate Tool Developer (Excel-Based). 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 . Company Location: Brazil.