Senior Tech Project Lead for NPI Launches

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.

Melville (NY)

On-site

USD 102,000 - 169,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is seeking an Associate Director, R&I Technical Project Management to lead end-to-end execution of innovation projects across the NPL lifecycle, serving as the single technical integration point across cross-functional teams.

You will translate objectives into executable technical plans, identify risks, and drive governance, timelines, and launch readiness with R&D, Packaging Development, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Brand teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Product Development, or related technical field required.
Advanced degree preferred.
5+ years of experience in technical project management, R&D, product development, program management, or related functions.
Experience within beauty, consumer products, personal care, pharmaceutical, or related industries preferred.
Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and manage multiple high‑priority initiatives simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Technical lead for new product launches from concept through commercialization.
Develop, maintain, and communicate integrated cross‑functional project timelines, milestones, critical paths, and technical learning plans.
Serve as the primary technical project lead and central integration point across development functions.
Drive project governance, stage‑gate reviews, readiness assessments, and leadership updates.
Ensure technical execution aligns with business objectives, innovation strategies, and launch commitments.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that accelerate development timelines and enhance organizational agility.