Manager, Creative Packaging And Visual Merchandising Operations - Too Faced

Too Faced is looking for a dynamic Manager, Global Creative Operations packaging & VM to join our creative family in Irvine, Ca.  This role is responsible for managing Too Faced Cosmetics global packaging for all saleable products, gifts with purchase and branded collateral and all VM executions for North America and our International regions. The Manager, Global Creative Operations Packaging & VM is a problem solver that knows every detail of a project, from the overarching strategy to the specific details, and is proficient in the project management fundamentals: timeline, scope and budget. This role requires a clear understanding of creative resourcing and project deadlines with the ability to shift and balance priorities based on volume of work and business priorities. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who will possess excellent communication and negotiation skills, can manage multiple projects and timelines and enjoys working in a creative environment. Reporting to the Executive Director, Creative Operations, this person is responsible for establishing, facilitating and maintaining workflow and communication between Creative and Product Marketing, North America Marketing, NPL and other cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Communicate project issues and resolution to internal stakeholders
• Allocate resources weekly and coordinate with other Creative Operations team members in prioritizing projects
• Lead meetings and web calls, and effectively set up the presentation of creative work
• Project manage packaging concepting, development and artwork delivery with Director of Packaging Design, Director of Visual Merchandising and Manager Visual Merchandising Design.
• Keep projects on track through clear timelines, issue tracking, status reports, and meeting notes
• Align project scope with Product Marketing, Packaging Development, Product Marketing and Regional partners.
• Oversee each phase of the internal and external approval process: including the approval of concepts, copy, layouts, final artwork, retouching, proofs and printed samples.

Qualifications

• Is a true partner to both creative and marketing
• Minimum of 5 years experience in project management for an in-house creative team or agency.
• Is comfortable managing technical/functional complex work.
• Has a flexible attitude and can work in ambiguous situations
• Is a natural leader with excellent communication skills
• Prior experience managing Campaign Projects (Broadcast, Digital, Print)
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent 
• Comfortable presenting creative work to senior leadership and running high level meetings
• Has experience with Wrike/Workfront or equivalent project management tools
• Loves solving problems and managing conflicts with a solutions first approach
• Is used to being the point person for internal or external clients
• Knows how to develop contracts and Statements of Work
• Has a deep understanding of project management, work flow and infrastructure
• Prior experience working on Campaign / Packaging / Visual Merchandising Project Management

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $82,500 to $135,500. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

Job: Creative / Design

Primary Location: Americas-US-CA-Irvine

Job Type: Standard

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1st (Day) Shift

Job Number: 238652

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact [email protected].