Job Title Manager, Operations Development, Maybelline New York

Division: Consumer Products Division

Location: Clark, New Jersey

Reports Into: Director, Operations Development, Consumer Products Division

Who We Are:

• ARE A PIONEERING, AGILE CULTURE WITH THE SCALE AND MEANS TO MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE

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• ON A RELENTLESS QUEST FOR INNOVATION, EXCELLENCE, AND CONCRETE SOLUTIONS

“Constant fast-paced innovation, shape the future of beauty”

• DRIVING IMPACT FROM INCEPTION TO MARKET LAUNCH

“Solve complex challenges, impact the entire innovation lifecycle, lead projects from start to finish”

• AN IMMERSIVE ECO-SYSTEM DESIGNED TO DEVELOP EXPERTISE & ACCELERATE YOUR GROWTH AND UPSKILLING

“Grow and develop beyond current expertise, industry-recognized certifications, work with the best talents”

• WHERE THE CAREER POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS – AND YOU ARE IN THE DRIVING SEAT

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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.

We are seeking a Manager for our Operations Development team in our Clark, New Jersey Operations Hub. This role will support Maybelline New York, and will manage package development and project management activities to assure timely and cost effective new product launches, promotions, and maintenance of basic business activities. There will be active participation in identifying new and improved processes that will result in effective cost reduction / harmonization programs for new or existing products. Finally, in assigned project category lead package innovation.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Research and develop packaging components. 
• Provide direction to test and evaluate packaging components. 
• Meeting coordination, minutes & follow-ups 
• Guide Marketing in new product brief creation 
• Influencing the product conception with a focus on consumer centricity and L’Oreal group’s sustainability objectives.
• Communication Link (between the Division & Industrial teams) 
• Project Development Timeline preparation and tracking 
• Manage projects through QCP (all aspects) 
• Feasibility Costs and COG analysis 
• Risk Analysis coordination & communication 
• Aesthetic/Color Approvals with Marketing 
• Value Analysis support to plant and team 
• Research and Development coordination 
• Manage project work as necessary or required. 
• Interface with all manufacturing management and associated or related functional areas. 
• Develop and maintain a professional knowledge of new or emerging trends within the PD discipline. 
• Provide Development support to team members as needed on project launches; example: guidance on feasibility as they relate to aesthetic choices to assure timely cost effective launch. 
• Perform other duties as necessary or required. 

We Are Looking For:

The ideal candidate possesses a strong blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement. They are detail-oriented, possess excellent communication skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment. In addition:

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or a related technical discipline 
• Minimum 5 years' experience in proven package/product development project work/quality experience, preferably in the cosmetics, consumer goods or related field 
• French Language skill is a plus 
• Travel to vendors and plants will be a requirement (10-15% of time) 
• Proficient PC skills - MS Office software and capable of building presentations on Excel and/or PowerPoint.  Also Proficient in the use of MS Project. 
• Good communication skills, to be able to deal effectively with all levels of our organization AND our suppliers. 
• Good organizational skills to manage the documentation, materials and information. 
• Assume Leadership role of Brand Development team and special projects as needed. 
• Develop and maintain a professional knowledge of new or emerging trends and technologies. 
• Must be authorized 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)
• The ability to be onsite, in the office, as this is an essential function of the position (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
• Competitive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
• Base Salary Range: $90,200 - $128,500 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level) 
• Hybrid Work Policy (3 days in Office, up to 2 days Work From Home)
• 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 would love to find out more about you as a candidate and do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.

Our Safe Together Plan: Your safety is our highest priority. We will proceed with caution and adhere to enhanced protection standards to ensure our sites are safe for all employees. We must all operate with the shared responsibility for each other’s health & safety in mind.