JOB SUMMARY

The Product Development Manager is responsible for contributing to all phases of new product development and product reformulation processes from concept to consumer within Too Faced Cosmetics. This individual must be innovative and creative with a keen awareness of global color and industry trends. This position requires a solid understanding of product development fundamentals with an expertise in prestige color cosmetics along with the ability to apply strategic thinking throughout ideation and conceptualization. This position is based in Too Faced Corporate Headquarters located in Irvine, CA. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner closely with the Executive Director and Product Marketing Team, on concepting and design of new product launches. 

• Collaborate in product development meetings – assist in presenting new products, presenting reworks of formulas, and brainstorming new ideas. 

• Translate industry and color trends into viable product concepts to align with seasonal strategies along with developing the pipeline for future products and constantly be on the pulse of trends and innovation. 

• Create and develop innovative new product textures, shades, and aesthetics with high quality that are relevant to our brand DNA while meeting the global market’s needs.

• In partnership with the Product Development team, manage on-going formula development, reformulations, and new product innovations in the color cosmetics category. 

• Recommend and research new ingredient stories, product textures and new fragrances by obtaining and partnering with Product Marketing on the latest innovations and information on formula/texture/ingredients and fragrances. 

• Collaborate in internal communication with cross-functional partners as it relates to product briefs, formula evaluation, copy and claims, artwork, and regulatory deliverables. 

• Collaborate with packaging team and Creative team on product concepts and design 

• Define testing protocols with corresponding cross functional teams, including creating process, tools and overseeing all product testing execution (safety, clinical and/or sensory). 

• Lead high risk product launches while maintaining multiple spreadsheets and checklist that hold key information and keep track of these specific projects. 

• Manage day to day communication with manufactures to initiate, follow up and track development, submissions, and documents. 

• Travel to labs onsite (domestic and international) for formula and color development.

QUALIFICATIONS

DESIRED SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 5+ years color prestige color cosmetics product development experience 

• Passionate about the beauty industry.

• Demonstrated skills with project management and knowledge of new product development lifecycle.

• Must be great at finding solutions for product related issues as well as detailed oriented. 

• Ability to execute under accelerated timeframes and quickly adapts to change in priorities 

• Proven ability to take complicated information and summarize the key messages for a variety of audiences. 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, often-changing, collaborative environment.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with exceptional interpersonal skills.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $81,000 to $133,000. 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 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, 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.

The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is the global leader in prestige beauty. ELC is the only company focused solely on prestige makeup, skin care, fragrance and hair care with a diverse portfolio of 25+ brands sold in approximately 150 countries and territories. Infused throughout the organization is a passion for creativity and innovation — a desire to push the boundaries and invent the unexpected — as we continue the bold work of the company’s founder Estée Lauder.