Manager, Global Product Development, MAC

Digitailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 88,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is seeking a senior-level Product Development professional to drive facial and skincare innovations from concept through first production.

You will collaborate with the Executive Director, VP, Marketing, R&D, and vendors to evaluate formulas, shade matching, and experimental strategies while ensuring brand positioning and calendar alignment. The role requires 5+ years in product development within a fast-paced corporate setting, strong presentation skills, and the

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required with strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong aesthetic evaluation and ability to communicate product understanding.
• Creative thinking to stay ahead of market curves.
• Excellent organization and follow-through; able to handle changing priorities.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Executive Director and VP to present new launch options for a 3-year innovation calendar.
• Autonomously manage PD lifecycle from concept to execution with marketing collaboration.
• Manage formula approval processes with vendors and R&D.
• Analyze past performance and market trends to propose shade lineups.
• Present concepts and innovations in cross-functional and leadership meetings.
• Review and redirect submissions to achieve lab-to-market success.
• Develop targeted launches addressing trends and brand objectives.
• Coordinate with marketing, packaging, and creative for market-ready introductions.
• Ensure timetable dates are met with Brand Value Chain coordination.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

creative thinking

tactile/aesthetic evaluation

organization

communication skills

presentation skills

travel flexibility

multi-functional

independent work

Education

Undergraduate College Degree Required

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M

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• C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty. Description Partner with the Executive Director and Vice President to support the innovation and development of high-quality Face and Skincare products that align with brand strategy and Marketing Calendar timelines. Manage day-to-day product development, including evaluating formulas, shade matching nuanced complexion shades across diverse skin tones and undertones, and researching new ingredients, technologies, and trends to identify innovation opportunities. Candidates must be proactive, detail-oriented, independent, flexible, and highly organized, with strong communication skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines. Proficiency in Calendar, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word is required. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Work closely with Executive Director and Vice President to present new launch options for 3-year innovation calendar by analyzing competitive offerings and meeting with vendors to evaluate innovation.
• Autonomously manage PD life cycle from concept to all executional elements. Work closely with Marketing to ensure enticing communication that clearly communicates concept, benefits, POD and uniquely MAC positioning.
• Manage formula approval process between outside vendor and R&D. Ensure that specific formula/shade issues are respected and understood.
• Analyze past performance and market trends to create and present shade lineups for consideration by Executive Director
• Issue lineups once approved by VP of PD
• Present concepts/innovation in cross-functional and leadership meetings
• Independently review and re-direct submissions until desired attributes and performance are achieved from lab standard through first production.
• Working directly with Executive Director, to develop targeted Face and Skin launches that address trends while tying in big picture objectives and insights.
• Propose market white space & anniversary opportunities to Executive Director
• Manage complete claims process from origination of Product Profile to claims kick off with cross functional teams for alignment & finally claims and language approval with legal.
• Work with Marketing, Research and Development, Brand Value Chain, Packaging, and Creative to ensure smooth product introduction and execution in market.
• Ensure all key timetable dates are met in coordination with Brand Value Chain.
• Available for Domestic and International on-site shade and formula development and production approvals.
• Review, in tandem with Marketing, copy on artist & consumer touchpoints ensuring consistency and clear benefit communication hierarchy
• Manage distribution of sample pcs to marketing and other counterparts once lab standards are established.
• Purchase, evaluate, and track all new competitive Face & Skin products, where applicable.
• Track key trends, the competitive environment and participate in brainstorming meetings for new INTERNAL product concepts.
• Attend industry conferences and lectures to keep informed of new product and packaging directions and trends and present findings to larger team. POSITION

Requirements

• Undergraduate College Degree Required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
• Strong skills in tactile/aesthetic evaluation of cosmetic products as well as the ability to communicate product understanding
• Ability to think creatively and brainstorm new ideas to stay ahead of the market curve
• Excellent organization, communication and follow-through skills with a keen eye for deta Qualifications Undergraduate College Degree Required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
• Strong skills in tactile/aesthetic evaluation of cosmetic products as well as the ability to communicate product understanding
• Ability to think creatively and brainstorm new ideas to stay ahead of the market curve
• Excellent organization, communication and follow-through skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Multi-functional, flexible, to handle ever changing priorities.
• Strong written, oral, and presentation-based communication skills.
• Flexibility in travel.
• Job requires both domestic and foreign travel
• Well versed in social media and social network activities and trends.
• Position requires 5+ years of product development experience in a fast paced, high pressure corporate environment requiring little supervision.
• Mature professional demeanor, particularly for interacting with senior management. Highly confidential.
• Strong interpersonal skills required and ability to exercise professional discretion and judgment.
• Able to handle a fast-paced global business environment, work well under pressure and able to prioritize.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, communication and computer skills required.
• Advanced in PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows, Outlook
• Excellent time management and follow-through skills with respect to detail.

Pay Range

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $87,550.00 to $143,800.00 . 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 the 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 (medical, dental, and vision insurance), 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.