Director, Operations Development EU Brands Lead, L'Oreal Dermatological Beauty Division, L'Oreal Operations

Director, Operations Development EU Brands Lead, L'Oreal Dermatological Beauty Division, L'Oreal Operations - Clark, New Jersey

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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.

At L'Oreal Dermatological Beauty, our mission is to help everyone in their quest for healthy and beautiful skin. Our division is the world leader in dermo-cosmetics by adding health to beauty, featuring brands like Vichy, La Roche-Posay, CeraVe, SkinCeuticals, and SkinBetter Science.

We are seeking an EU Brands Director, LDB Development, where you will lead the local development of global innovation and technical plans for Vichy and La Roche-Posay, based in our Clark, New Jersey Operations Hub for the US. As the #1 market globally for La Roche-Posay, the US serves as the critical hub for growth. In this role, you will act as the strategic bridge between US Marketing, DMI, Creative, and Global Operations, leading an integrated team of product developers, a color & artwork developer, and an external project manager to navigate high-complexity feasibility studies, industrial strategic mapping, and color & artwork resource management.

A Day in the Life:

• Leading Development Strategically
  • Act as the Strategic Lead for product development, connecting innovation teams (LRP US DMI Hub and R&I) with Global Operations.
  • Shape and vet product plans for La Roche-Posay US, offering operational foresight to define the technical path for high-impact launches and core-catalogue localizations.
  • Lead feasibility studies for localized production and/or interplant transfers between EU and US, balancing speed-to-market with technical excellence and sustainability.
  • Integrate color & artwork activities to ensure operational and workflow efficiency.
• Transformational Operational Leadership & Influence
  • Directly lead and coach the development team, fostering ambition, professional maturity, and an environment where direct reports optimize workflows and challenge conventional production methodologies.
  • Influence and engage senior stakeholders with executive leadership presence and a solution-minded approach to complex global challenges.
  • Coordinate with EU operational partners to ensure brand integrity and launch excellence for high-complexity products under worldwide governance.
  • Provide strategic thought leadership by anticipating future operational trends and addressing short-term crises with organized, influential communication.

We Are Looking For:

• Education: A completed Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or a related engineering/technical discipline is required
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in product development or project management within dermo-cosmetics, prestige beauty, or consumer goods is required.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, capable of influencing and negotiating effectively with senior leadership and diverse global partners.
• Proficient PC skills including Microsoft 365 and relevant project management software.
• A team-oriented leader, adept at building strong, collaborative relationships across cross-functional teams and geographical boundaries.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent, ongoing basis is required. No immigration support/sponsorship 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, including our NY and NJ sites (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: $126,900 - $184,000 (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.