Manager, Continuous Improvement

E.L.F. BEAUTY; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Gender neutral parental leave

Unlimited paid time off

Job summary

e.l.f. Beauty is hiring a Manager, Continuous Improvement to drive Lean principles and a culture of ongoing transformation. You will lead cross-functional teams to identify waste, implement standardized processes, and deliver measurable cost savings while aligning initiatives with company goals.

The role emphasizes change leadership, data-driven problem solving, and collaboration across departments to achieve business objectives in a fast-paced beauty environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or related roles.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is highly desirable.
• PMI/PRINCE2 or similar project management certification is desirable.
• Proven track record leading organizational change and improving processes.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Build a culture of Lean and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Partner cross-functionally to identify inefficiencies and develop improvement strategies.
• Lead cross-functional projects to improve operational efficiency and drive cost savings.
• Monitor, measure, and report on savings and progress toward goals.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Black Belt

Project Management

Change Management

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

About The Company

e.l.f. Beauty's purpose is to make the world a better place for every eye, lip, and face.

e.l.f. Beauty's purpose is to make the world a better place for every eye, lip, and face. Our deep commitment to clean, cruelty free beauty at an incredible value has fueled the success of our flagship brand e.l.f. Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes e.l.f. Cosmetics, e.l.f. SKIN, e.l.f. Hair, Well People, Naturium and rhode.

In our Fiscal year 26, we had net sales of $1.6 Billion and our business performance has been nothing short of extraordinary with 7 consecutive years of net sales growth. This consistent, category-leading growth is a testament to the strength of our team, strategy, and portfolio of brands.

Our total compensation philosophy offers every full-time new hire competitive pay and benefits, bonus eligibility (200% of target over the last seven fiscal years), equity, flexible time off, year-round half-day Fridays, and a hybrid 3 day in office, 2 day at home work environment. We believe the combination of our unique culture, total compensation, workplace flexibility and care for the team is unmatched across not just beauty but any industry.

Visit our Career Page to learn more about our team: https://www.elfbeauty.com/work-with-us

Position Summary

The Manager, Continuous Improvement will support the organization in developing and sustaining a culture of Lean principles and continuous improvement. This role will be responsible for driving financial results through project execution, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering collaboration across departments to achieve business objectives. The ideal candidate will be a change leader, capable of inspiring teams to embrace innovative solutions and streamlined processes.

Key Responsibilities

Build a Culture of Lean and Continuous Improvement

• Act as a change agent, championing Lean methodologies and fostering a mindset of continuous improvement throughout the organization
• Inspire cross-functional teams to embrace Lean through the reduction of waste
• Use a variety of training, communications, and other tools (recognition programs, etc.) to engage the organization

Process Improvement

• Partner cross-functionally to identify areas of inefficiency and develop strategies for improvement
• Utilize data-driven methodologies such as Six Sigma and Root Cause Analysis to address opportunities
• Implement standardized processes to enhance productivity, cost, and customer satisfaction
• Collaborate with department leaders and peers to align key initiatives with organizational priorities
• Monitor and measure improvements to ensure sustainable results

Project Management

• Lead cross-functional projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and driving cost savings
• Establish clear project goals, timelines, and metrics for success
• Manage resources effectively and ensure accountability for each project’s outcomes

Support the Continuous Improvement Roadmap and Track Results

• Discover and execute projects that align with the organization’s continuous improvement roadmap
• Set clear objectives, milestones, and performance indicators
• Track monthly savings and progress of savings to our annual goals
• Provide leadership with data-driven insights and recommendations for further improvements

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or related roles
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Expertise in Lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and Change Management
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification is highly desirable
• Project Management Professional certification or similar is highly desirable
• Proven track record of leading organizational change and implementing process improvements; ability to inspire, mentor, and lead cross-functional teams
• A passion for creating impact through cross-functional collaboration, innovation, and team empowerment
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions
• Proven project management skills: detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to effectively manage multiple workstreams
• Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative relationships across the organization, to manage and lead by influence. and to overcome resistance to change
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and presentation

The base salary range for this role is listed above.

Total compensation includes base salary, annual company-based performance bonus, and equity. Under e.l.f.’s annual bonus program, employees are eligible to earn up to 200% of their target bonus when company performance exceeds defined goals. In addition, e.l.f. provides a variety of other benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan, gender neutral parental leave, and unlimited paid time off. The amount of total compensation (including base salary) offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including geographic location, experience, specific skills, and qualifications.

The amount of total compensation (including base salary) offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including geographic location, experience, specific skills, and qualifications.

Compensation components are subject to change at the company’s discretion

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. It also reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be considered, as detailed description of all the work required inherent in the job. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and it is subject to changes and exceptions at the supervisors’ discretion.

e.l.f. Beauty respects your privacy. Please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice (www.elfbeauty.com/us-job-applicant-privacy-notice) for how your personal information is used and shared.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.