Manager, Operations Development, CeraVe, L'Oreal Dermatological Beauty Division, L'Oreal Operations – Clark, New Jersey

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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 Operations, we create innovative, inclusive, and sustainable beauty together with our business partners by designing, developing, sourcing, manufacturing, and distributing over 6 billion products globally every year. We support over 36 brands across four L’Oréal divisions. We are consumer-oriented, and we act responsibly all along the value chain.

At L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty, our mission is to help everyone in their quest for healthy and beautiful skin. Our division is the world leader in dermo-cosmetics by adding health to beauty. Our brands portfolio includes CeraVe, La Roche-Posay, Vichy, SkinCeuticals, and skinbetter science, offering a range of skincare products to respond to all expectations linked to beauty and health of the skin.  

We are seeking an Operational Development Manager, where you will be the Operational representative with Global Marketing, autonomously overseeing the launch of new products, based in our Clark, New Jersey Operations Hub for the US.

A Day in the Life:

• Guide Marketing in new product brief and conception creation to ensure design-to agility/profitability/L4TF
• Oversee and manage roadmaps, product launches and projects in key categories for the Brand
• Project timeline preparation and tracking
• Feasibility Costs and COG/GM analysis
• Risk assessment coordination & communication
• Support divisional teams as needed on project launches and processes
• Partner with Operations and R&I on harmonization, profitability, and sustainability efforts
• Present launches and projects to Operational and Brand leadership team on a regular cadence
• Partner with International key stakeholders on brand and category initiatives either in a lead or support role
• Develop and keep a professional knowledge of new or emerging trends within the product development discipline
• Perform other duties as needed

We Are Looking For:

• Education:  A completed Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or a related engineering/technical discipline is required
• Experience: 
  • 5-7+ years of experience in project management for launching of global products, including working cross-functionally with Operations teams such as Manufacturing, Sourcing, Packaging, as well as Brand Marketing and Sustainability is required
  • Experience in cosmetics, consumer goods, or related field is preferred
• Travel to vendors and plants will be a requirement (10-15% of time)
• Proficient PC skills - MS Office software and capable of building executive presentations. 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.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent, ongoing basis is required. No immigration support/sponsorship offered for this role.
• The ability to be onsite, in the office 3 days a week, as this is an essential function of the position, including our NY and NJ sites (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: $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) 
• 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.