Dir - Product Development It Cosmetics

General Information:

Job Title: Director – Product Development, Make-up Category

Function: DMI Marketing

Division: It Cosmetics DMI

Supervisor Title: VP, DMI Product Development (Make-up & Skincare)

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Job Summary:

The Director of Product Development will partner with the VP, Product Development to manage the product development and innovation for the It Cosmetics Make-up category, from concept to first delivery of production, while also leading specific projects. In partnership with their team, they will:

NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT:

• Build and propose brand innovation strategy, preparing new product concepts, and brainstorming technology and ingredient stories

• Develop new products – positioning, concepts and claims, evaluate, test internally and select prototypes.

• Partner with legal team, claims and regulatory to make sure all facets of launches are on time and in live with PD view of product – negotiate claims when needed.

• Monitor, track and evaluate new products and reformulations’ lab samples.

• Assist in the development of product packaging, copy and launch materials, collaborating with Creative, Marketing, Development and PR. Brief Education Team on new products.

• Prepare formula information for marketing books for each new launch to be distributed internally and globally.

• Develop collaborative relationships with outside vendors to bring products to shelf.

• Conduct a performance of gap analysis in order to establish product differentiation that will lead to the product's ultimate success

• Collaborate with cross functional teams to meet all project timeline milestones – formula evaluation/approval, shade evaluation/ approval (travel on-site as needed), Marketing Book, AW release, and claims testing

• Work in partnership with R&D, Safety, Regulatory, Legal and Manufacturing partners

• Communicate with vendors on product briefs, shade direction, and assortments

• Must have strong understanding of chemistry, formulation, and ingredients. Able to Provide detailed written and verbal directions to chemist on texture, color and performance.

• Create global shade ranges that meet all local trend needs

CONSUMER TESTING:

• Ensure all consumer research objectives are clearly stated and met. Work with marketing & lab partners in the development of the questionnaire and sub sequent review / analysis of the data.

• Coordinate in-house product evaluation studies.

COMPETITIVE:

• Keep abreast of new/upcoming launches and their strategic importance to the market place worldwide

• Maintain relevant information of new competitive entries, ingredients and associated claims’ benefits – as well as new industrial/technical processing capabilities.

• Monitor and track new product trends and technology.

LEADERSHIP:

• Lead with empathy

• Inspire, coach and develop immediate team of two

• Build strong cross functional partnerships

• Strong skills in resolving daily internal and external problems and challenges in Product Development that affect a product's financial and market success

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 7+ years relevant experience in the Makeup industry, specifically in international markets

• Strong understanding of key beauty markets (US, EU, Asia), key competitors and key beauty categories a plus

• Knowledge of beauty trends

• Strong People Leadership Skills

• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong analytical skills

• Strong organizational and follow-up skills

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, work under pressure and meet fluctuating deadlines

• Action Oriented: Proactive and resourceful – extremely agile and ability to seamlessly pivot directions based on business needs

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Strong presentation skills

• Ability to Travel to our Labs in Clark, NJ

Judgment and Decision Making:

Impactful force in creative vision of the brand. Intermittent supervision of decisions and judgments by VP, DMI Product Development.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFORMATION AS FOLLOWS:

Salary Range: $139,700-$199,100 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level)

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