Manager, Makeup Color Development, L'Oréal Research & Innovation - Clark, New Jersey

Hello, we’re L’Oréal, we're not just building brands; we're shaping how the world experiences beauty (and it takes a lot of cool jobs to do it).

Intrigued? Keep reading, this might be the opportunity you've been searching for.

Who We Are

Join us at L’Oréal, the world's #1 beauty company present in over 150 markets. For over a century, we have been transforming; fueled by data, tech, innovation, and science. Together, we tackle big challenges while making sure we stay committed to making the world a more inclusive and a better place for everyone & our planet.

At L’Oréal Research & Innovation we are pushing the boundaries of Science & Tech. We invest heavily in cutting-edge research, leveraging advanced technologies to understand skin, hair, and microbiome, while discovering new active ingredients and launching outperforming formulas. Our 4,100 L'Oréal R&I experts leverage Science & Technology to invent safe, trustable, sustainable & responsible beauty products and experiences that will change people’s lives.

We are seeking a Manager for our Makeup, Color Development Team, based in Clark, New Jersey. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating shades, market trends, and competitive landscapes across makeup categories. You will leverage analytical and strategic thinking to decode color, shades, and trends, build insightful presentations with storytelling skills while working cross functionally and globally to collaborate and influence color impact.

A Day in the Life: As a Manager on the Makeup, Color Development Team, you will:

• Integrate data analytics with artistic color sense to assess internal and competitor formulations, identify shade gaps, and deliver actionable recommendations that inform shade expansion, optimization, and innovation strategies across brands.
• Utilize visual perception as well as color measurement tools and digital color science systems to assess color. 
• Develop and maintain trackers, dashboards, and reports to organize and translate complex datasets.
• Leverage trend forecasts and industry research to influence future shade development.
• Evaluate shades and lifecycle trends to support shade portfolio decisions.
• Accelerate US Co Lab partnering across the organization with global R&I counterparts and US local marketing teams to be the voice of US inclusivity and relevance.
• Independently lead workshops bringing cross-functional teams together to test products with consumers capitalizing on the expertise of makeup artists and KOLs to drive US consumer-centric color innovation.
• Deliver comprehensive color training for new and existing makeup experts, facilitating their successful onboarding and continuous development.
• Drive Strategic Color Creation process and tools creating unique and inclusive color signatures.
• Synthesize and present research locally and globally to influence color decisions.

We Are Looking For: You’re a great match for this role if you are an innovator, entrepreneur, integrator, and problem-solver with a research-minded approach, eager to contribute to leading makeup brands.

• Education: A completed Bachelor's or Master’s in Business, Fashion, Marketing, Data Analytics, Color Science, Cosmetic Science or  related field is required. Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 5-7 years in beauty, cosmetics, or consumer products with a focus on shade development, analytics, or market intelligence is required. 
• Demonstrated understanding of color theory, color science, skin tones, undertones, and formulation considerations is required. 
• Strong proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Nielsen, Circana, Power BI) and ability to learn and leverage new digital tools.
• Ability to collaborate with partners locally and globally.
• Proven ability to synthesize data and translate insights into strategic recommendations.
• Good problem solving and decision making skills. Displays a sense of urgency and initiative with creativity and flexibility. 
• Ability to prioritize and manage projects within timelines handling multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Must be willing to apply and wear makeup products.
• Creative and self-motivated. 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. 
• The ability to be onsite, in the office as this is an essential function of the position (required)
• Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent, ongoing basis without the need for legal sponsorship now or in the future (required)

What’s In It For You

• A place for you to leave your comfort zone and grow beyond your potential (here, you’ll be encouraged to try new things and take risks!)
• Real responsibility from day 1, there’s no sitting on the sidelines at L’Oréal
• An environment where people of every ethnicity, social background, age, religion, gender and sexual orientation as well as people with disabilities are accepted, can speak up, will thrive and are celebrated!
• A place where you can contribute to something bigger! Many of our brands have societal /environmental causes to make concrete difference
• Base Salary Range: $107,600 - $153,300 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level) 
• Competitive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
• Hybrid Work Policy (Up to 2 Days per week work from home for eligible roles, subject to manager approval)
• Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
• Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
• Learning and Development Opportunities (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
• Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
• Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs

Don’t meet every single requirement? At L'Oréal, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We’re committed to guaranteeing inclusive recruitment processes and advocating for hiring and promoting each candidate in an ethical and equitable way. The Group strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant for employment because of the individual’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, visible and/or invisible disabilities, socio-economic and/or multicultural origins, health conditions, age, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law.