JOB TITLE: Director, Global Product Development – Kiehl’s

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A Day in the Life

As the Director, Global Product Development for Kiehl’s, you will report to the VP, Global Product Development, and lead the innovation and development of skincare formulas for the Clarity & UV categories, aligning with Kiehl’s brand strategy and L'Oréal Luxe's commitment to exceptional product experiences. You will collaborate closely with the Head of Product Development, Marketing, and Research & Innovation teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of Kiehl’s skincare, leveraging your expertise to create innovative, high-performing products that resonate with consumers worldwide.

• Lead Innovation:  Develop and execute the formula and innovation strategy for Clarity & UV, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify short- and long-term opportunities.
• Expertise & Collaboration: Serve as the key expert and point of contact for Clarity & UV product development, providing expertise in formula, texture, claims development, and regulatory compliance.  Foster strong working relationships with Marketing, R&I, Operations, and external vendors.
• Ingredient Strategy: Define ingredient strategies to drive innovation and enhance product efficacy, ensuring alignment with Kiehl’s brand values and sustainability goals.
• Clinical Testing: Develop and implement robust clinical testing strategies, ensuring that all tests are designed to meet the highest standards of scientific rigor and effectively communicate product benefits across diverse skin tones.
• Portfolio Management: Advocate for portfolio needs based on market trends, consumer insights, and feedback, ensuring that Kiehl’s maintains a competitive edge in the skincare market.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Orchestrate the end-to-end product development process, collaborating with all relevant departments to ensure operational excellence for both new and existing products.

We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate possesses a strong blend of scientific expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for Kiehl’s brand.  They are a collaborative team player, adept at building strong working relationships across functions and with external partners.

• Scientific Expertise: Deep understanding of skincare formulation, texture development, claims substantiation, and regulatory requirements.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, build consensus, and drive projects to completion.
• Innovation:  A creative and innovative mindset, with a passion for developing cutting-edge skincare products.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute strategic plans, aligning product development with overall brand and business objectives.
• Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences.

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

Who We Are

L’Oréal is present in 150 markets on five continents. For more than a century, L’Oréal has devoted itself solely to ‘Create beauty that moves the world’; it is now the industry world leader with €42 billion consolidated sales. Together, we solve complex challenges at scale, while making sure we stay committed to making the world a more inclusive and a better place for everyone & our planet.

L’Oréal Luxe is the global leader in luxury beauty and fine fragrance. With more than 35,000 luxury beauty experts across the globe, our mission is to craft the best luxury beauty products and experiences in fragrance, skincare and makeup. Through a portfolio of 25 aspirational and complementary brands, L’Oréal Luxe expresses its unique vision for luxury beauty: La Culture de l’Écart.

We’re committed to guaranteeing inclusive recruitment processes and to 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.

What We Are Looking For:

• Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree; 8-10 years of relevant experience in beauty product development; strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills; ability to travel to Clark, NJ as needed.
• Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree or PhD; R&I experience in skincare.

What’s In It For You:

• Salary Range: $138,500.00 – $200,800.00
• Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
• Hybrid Work Policy (3 Days in Office, 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 & 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