Are you passionate about digital transformation in R&D and the beauty industry?

Then L'Oréal Research & Innovation might be exactly the place you have always been looking for!

For more than hundred years, L’Oréal believes that beauty needs Science. In a world now transformed by digital technology and the emergence of new scientific Domains, we are confident in our ability to turn these opportunities into major innovations, closely linked to the new consumer expectations all over the world. Science & Technology are allowing us to invent safe, trustable, sustainable & responsible beauty products and experiences that will change people’s lives. 

L’Oréal R&I has continuously invested upstream in its research with a high level of ambition. Our 3800 L'Oréal R&I people are talented and highly skilled, located in major markets, working in a cooperative way, opened to the world. 

The Digital Transformation Lead (Japan) will be responsible for leading the digital transformation initiatives of L’Oréal R&I in Japan. This role requires a strong understanding of digital and data, project management skills, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of R&D processes, lab automation, change management principles and methodologies, as well as a foundation in data science to manage digital transformation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a transformational leader to make a significant impact on the success of our digital transformation at L’Oréal R&I. Join a team of game-changers and be a part of a team that creates the beauty that moves the world through digital transformation.

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• Lead end-to-end digital transformation to enable new ways of working that support our researchers through data, digital and lab automation technology
• Ensure that local digital transformation initiatives are aligned with global digital transformation department’s overall strategy and goals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as the innovation métiers, evaluation intelligence, and human resources departments, to identify and mitigate risks associated with transformation roll-out
• Coordinate with HR to develop training and development programs to support the adoption of new processes and technology
• Provide coaching and support to R&I employees during the transition to a new way of working based on data, digital and technology
• Implement data-driven research methodologies, using lab automation and the latest in-silico AI technologies for high-performance and sustainable innovation
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of transformation initiatives and make recommendations for improvement
• Develop and implement roll-out, communication and training plans to engage stakeholders and build support for transformation initiatives
• Stay up to date on best practices in digital transformation and incorporate new approaches into ongoing initiatives

• Bachelor's, Master’s, or PhD. degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Data Science, Biology, Chemistry, or other scientific fields
• 8-10+ years of experience in leadership roles, with a focus on digital transformation initiatives, preferably inside a multinational, internationally operating company
• Proven track record of leading transformation in a fast-paced, complex digital or R&D environment, using agile methodologies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Deep knowledge of R&D processes using laboratory automation, artificial intelligence, and data science in the context of R&D
• Strong understanding of digital technologies and their applications, preferably with experience in the cosmetics industry
• Fluency in English, and Japanese preferred

• Passionate about the beauty industry and digital transformation
• Interested in research and innovation to create game-changing beauty products and services
• Full of entrepreneurial ideas to drive change within the organization
• Open-minded and collaborative
• Seeking excellence in the projects you work on, from conception to implementation

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