Manager, NYX Cosmetics, Consumer Products Division, Operations Development, L'Or

Manager, NYX Cosmetics, Operations Development, Consumer Products Division, L'Oreal Operations - El Segundo, CA

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Who We Are

Join us at L'Oreal, 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'Oreal 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'Oreal divisions. We are consumer-oriented, and we act responsibly all along the value chain.

We are seeking an Operations Development Manager who brings a genuine passion for cosmetics and beauty innovation to support NYX Professional Make Up, based in our El Segundo, CA office. As an Operations Development Manager, you will be the operational representative with Global Marketing and Product Development teams, autonomously overseeing the launch of new products. The Operations Development Manager will oversee package development and project management activities to ensure timely and cost-effective new product launches, promotions, and maintenance of basic business activities. Operating in a rapidly changing brand and market, you will champion agility, drive cross-functional alignment, and keep teams firmly on track.

A Day in the Life:

• Agile Project Leadership: Guide Marketing in new product briefs and conception definitions, ensuring design aligns with Agility, Profitability, and L'Oreal For the Future (L4TF) objectives in a fast-evolving market.
• Diligent Communication & Stakeholder Influence: Serve as the primary communication link between Divisional and Industrial teams, ensuring transparent updates, proactive risk communication, and effective escalation to leadership.
• Cost Management & Value Analysis (VA): Drive comprehensive cost management and calculations for new product launches-including Cost of Goods (COG) analyses and Value Analysis (VA) support-collaborating closely with plant operations and project teams to optimize financial performance.
• Timeline & Risk Management: Develop and manage project timelines, identify critical tasks and milestones, and lead risk assessments with Operations and Research & Innovation (R&I) to secure technical backup options and maintain project schedules.
• Roadblock Resolution: Lead project review meetings, foster collaborative problem-solving, and drive swift resolution of roadblocks impacting projects.
• Quality Product Creation: Ensure comprehensive execution through the Quality Control Process (QCP), document evolution of product and communicate to leadership constraints and compromises throughout project lifecycle.
• Brand Catalog Evolution & Harmonization: Manage key evolutions to the brand catalog. Partner with Marketing, Operations, and R&I on harmonization, profitability, and sustainability initiatives, coordinating all required legal and regulatory updates.
• Consumer-Centric Aesthetic Approvals: Partner with Marketing to secure aesthetic approvals with a strong Consumer Experience mindset.
• Passion for Beauty: Bring true enthusiasm for the cosmetics and beauty industry, keeping a pulse on emerging consumer trends and product innovations.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and champion process improvements that drive efficiency, cost reduction, and harmonization among product categories.
• Perform other duties as necessary or required.

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 in package development, product development, regulatory operations, or project management within the cosmetics or consumer goods industry
  • Experience in cosmetics, consumer goods, or related field is preferred
• Agility & Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to navigate a rapidly changing brand, market, and ambiguous environments with resilience and a proactive mindset.
• Influence & Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to influence, align, and motivate cross-functional stakeholders at all levels.
• Soft & Hard Skills Balance: Strong emotional intelligence (EQ), collaboration, and relationship-building capabilities, paired with solid technical acumen in packaging and project management.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational skills to manage complex documentation and project details accurately.
• Technology: Proficient in Microsoft 365, MS Project, ability to learn custom project management and technical specifications systems.
• Travel Requirements: Travel to manufacturing facilities is required (10-15% of time).
• Authorization to work in the US is required. No visa sponsorship is offered for this role.
• The ability to be onsite, in the office at least 3 days a week, as this is an essential function of the position (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'Oreal
• 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'Oreal'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'Oreal, 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.