Associate Manager, Product Innovation

LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Manager, Product Innovation, will support the development of skincare, lip care, body care and fragrance new launches and reformulations, tracking key milestones on a day-to-day basis to stay within allotted timelines. Reporting to the Director, Product Innovation, the Associate Manager will actively participate in ideation, research, evaluation, development, and follow-through of these projects. The Associate Manager will be a strong communicator with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional team members and external RM suppliers, while providing insights of new competitive launches, new industry technologies and ingredients. The Associate Manager will act as a true team player in driving strategic business objectives for the fresh brand. The ideal candidate has a passion for beauty, with a clear point of view on product experience as both a consumer and a dreamer. They are highly tuned-in to competitive activity and remain committed to the values of science and sustainability. They are a “blue-sky” thinker with a willingness to learn, and they prioritize creativity and innovation to deliver one-of-a-kind products with richly meaningful experiences.

Requirements

3-5+ Years of Experience in in Cosmetic Product Development; experience in skincare is a must
Experience working day to day with R&D to discuss technical details of formulation.
Good understanding of the cosmetic industry and regulatory environment.
Strong organization and planning skills with attention to detail
Excellent written and oral communications skills, with internal partners and external vendors; ability to translate high-science into consumer-friendly language a plus
Strong analytical skills & effective presentation building ability.
Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
Passion for Product – trends, ingredients, textures, claims, & sustainability, with a willingness to learn.
Demonstrates curiosity and an open mindset to identify new sources of inspiration to support product innovation
Bachelor’s degree; preferred focus on sciences, marketing, or other related fields.

Nice To Haves

Personal experience in formulation is a plus.
Demonstrates broad and in-depth knowledge of skincare ingredients is a plus.
Experience working in or strong knowledge of the Asian markets is a plus.
Graduate degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work closely with Director, PI, to manage the execution of projects with R&D ensuring key milestones for product development are reached on time in full.
Support Director, PI in defining testing needs and creating questionnaires, and manage product testing execution (safety, efficacy, consumer panels, etc.) and timing associated
Write and publish with Director, PI detailed Product Profiles: defining full concept, product features, benefits/claims, and keys ingredients and present it along with the product to Marketing and Creative teams
Manage the reformulation of products in line with company strategy & regulations.
Work closely with Director, PI, to manage the ideation and search for new ingredients with R&D and external RM suppliers.
Manage new ingredient database.
Keep a pulse on the beauty industry by monitoring competitive product innovation, ingredient technologies, claims, and emerging marketing and communication trends.
Work closely with Director, PI, R&D, Project Management and Operations teams to review all timelines for accuracy and to adapt as needed per project to ensure launches are kept on target.
Prepare and manage product briefs for review with R&D to finalize concepts, research and define the products feasibility and development parameters.
Be an active participant in the ideation of new product concepts, defining benchmarks and conducting research as needed to support new product concepts.
Track all product submissions and approvals.
Work closely with VP and Director, PI to evaluate formula submissions and provide feedback and re-directs to R&D.
Attend bi-weekly briefing sessions with cross-functional teams to closely track development progress and calendar launch plans.
Work closely with packaging team to help develop packaging options in sync with formula/texture.
Work closely with Regulatory and Legal teams to ensure compliance of product formula and claims for existing and emerging new markets.
Participate in reviewing copy for packaging, marketing collateral and training materials for Storytelling, Marketing & Education needs.

Benefits

Training & Development and Culture
Fresh and LVMH Sponsored Trainings and Workshops for Personal and Professional Development
Opportunities for networking and building relationships with LVMH Community and Network
Opportunities to join internal communities: DEIB Council, Sustainability Champions, LVMH Employee Resource Groups
Mental Health Support
Free professional consultation, referrals and counseling through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free 24/7 confidential mental health support
Paid Time Off and Flexibility
Flexible paid time off policy inclusive of Summer Fridays
Fertility and Family Planning
Fertility Services, Maternity and Newborn Support, Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance, including cryopreservation when part of fertility treatment
Paid Parental Leave (Inclusive of Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Surrogacy) at eligibility
Travel & lodging for those who can’t access care
Back-up dependent Care and Tutoring
Fresh and LVMH ‘Perks’ and Discounts
Fresh In-Store Discounts and Gratis
LVMH Group Friends and Family Sales across all divisions within LVMH: Wines and Spirits, Watches and Jewelry, Perfumes and Cosmetics, Fashion and Leather Goods, etc.
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits through Wage Works
Additional Health Club Discounts, Sporting/Entertainment Ticket Discounts, Insurance Discounts (Pet, renters, home)
Health Care
Medical, dental and vision
Retirement and Additional Benefits
401k with Company Match + Additional Employer Contribution at eligibility