Assistant Manager, New Product Development

La Roche Posay: Assistant Manager, New Product Development

Divisional Overview

In the L’Oreal Dermatological Beauty division, we make a difference in the lives of millions of consumers by improving the health and beauty of their skin. Our brands (CeraVe, SkinCeuticals, La Roche Posay, Vichy and SkinBetter Science) lead the way in skin care innovation, offering safe and effective products and services that deliver on their promises. We invest heavily in research and development, and co-create our products with health professionals, scientists, and the 90,000 dermatologists we serve around the world. We also design connected beauty experiences, harnessing intelligent technologies to empower people to take control of their skin health.

Our mission is to make a positive impact on people's lives. We are driven by human values of trust, respect and authenticity. Our teams work in a dynamic, supportive environment and on meaningful projects that are changing the future of medical beauty. If you want to lead in innovation, technology, and research, and you care about collaborating with passionate colleagues, serving communities and acting for the planet, please join us!

Who We Are Looking For

La Roche Posay is seeking an Assistant Manager to join the NPD/US DMI Hub Team.

The Assistant Manager will support the Assistant Vice President and play a key role in La Roche Posay’s US product launches. We are looking for a candidate with experience in product development and/or marketing who can support several product categories including suncare, acne, wound healing, body moisturizers/washes, facial moisturizers, anti-aging, and sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will also be driven, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Manage New Product Development:

• Support the development and implementation of new processes
• Oversee the end-to-end claims process, including clinical testing and medical studies.
• Assist with the end-to-end project launch (insights, formula direction, packaging design, artwork, claims, launch strategy) and partnership with Zone and Market Teams to ensure comprehensive and on-time 360 launch.
• Support Assistant Vice President that oversees LRP portfolio for US and DMI (global0 initiatives/launches.
• Collaborate with R&D, Medical, Digital, Consumer Insights group, and DMI to refine new ideas and concepts
• Contribute concept development: incorporation of consumer and scientific insights to create meaningful and innovative product positioning, in alignment with business needs and brand equity.
• Ensure the overall feasibility and profitability of projects through cost of goods management.
• Oversee product development process, including formula approvals, for both new products and existing product reformulations.
• Create vision for product packaging and work with creative on package development. Oversee artwork process including reviewing and approving all mechanicals.

Market Research

• Conduct market / consumer analyses to provide insights on category and product challenges, risks, and opportunities.
• Work with Global Consumer Research to analyze global category research and support developing action plans for various product categories.
• Work with Consumer Insights team to test identify opportunity spaces and test concepts to refine communication for final marketing communication

Job Requirements

• Demonstrated strong collaborative skills, experience with multi-disciplinary co-creation projects
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with team-oriented managerial skills; manages complexity with reasoning from multiple perspectives and makes decisions
• Proactive, ability to self-manage projects, ability to overcome obstacles independently.
• Previous development and/or launch management skills is a plus
• Strong appreciation for our business / affirmative sensitivity to the Skincare métier; understands beauty
• Demonstrates L’Oréal Competencies: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Achiever, and Innovator.
• Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 2-3 years of industry-related New Product Development/Marketing work experience (beauty or consumer package goods)
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong prioritization, and organizational skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Suite, especially PowerPoint.
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills (written and oral).
• Skincare experience is a plus

As an integral part of our culture at L’Oréal, wellness is at our core. We not only offer a generous Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K), we also offer flexible time off, work from home days, and a pension plan! Additionally, you will have access to company perks such as Makeup, Skincare, and Fragrance! Employees receive a stipend for L'Oréal products as well as VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products, and other perks such as Monthly Mobile Allowance, discounted gym memberships, and ERGs.

Additional Benefits Information As Follows

Salary Range: $81300-$113800 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level)

• Learning & Development Opportunities (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
• Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs
• Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
• Hybrid Work Policy (3 Days in Office, 2 Days Work from Home)
• Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
• Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
• Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)

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!

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