L'Oréal · 6 hours ago
Manager, Color & Artwork, Consumer Products Division, L'Oreal Operations
Clark, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $128K/yr
5+ years expL'Oréal is a leading beauty company committed to innovation and excellence. They are seeking a Manager to join their Color and Artwork packaging team, responsible for overseeing color matching, decoration development, and project management from conception to launch.
BeautyConsumer GoodsCosmetics
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all color matching for a range of packaging components based on Marketing’s decoration brief and color targets
Apply expert knowledge of color science to assess and approve color development across various materials, including PCR plastic resins, glass, paper cartons, labels etc. ensuring aesthetic consistency across product franchises and brands
Conduct thorough risk analyses on Marketing aesthetic briefs and provide recommendations for the highest perceived value decoration at the lowest cost
Partner effectively with Marketing and Operations to drive high quality decoration concepts that are feasible, cost-efficient & timely
Assist and oversee on site print trials and press approvals to ensure color and decoration compliance with L'Oréal's quality standards
Develop and implement strategies to ensure no first production rejections due to missing color standards or inadequate defect panoplies
Contributes to essential elements for artwork routing and actively participates in the system-based artwork approval process
Manage packaging tasks for lower complexity projects, including the issuance of specifications and initiation of critical testing such as compatibility, decoration validation, and light resistance
Drive extrapolation on testing through discussions with technical teams but also, while discussing conception with Brand Development and Marketing
Foster the application of extrapolation techniques in homologation and compatibility investigation through close collaboration with technical teams, Marketing and Development
Proactively anticipate and escalate any potential blocking points to internal stakeholders, ensuring Color & Artwork owned project deadlines are met and launches are achieved on schedule
Drive adherence to key decoration development timelines across Division, Operations, and external vendor partners
Maintain transparent and timely communication with Development teams regarding any project schedule adjustments
Anticipate potential risks related to timing or conception and collaborate with Development and Packaging teams to formulate robust action plans, systematically utilizing L'Oréal's Risk Elevation Process
Lead the development of sustainable decoration solutions in alignment with L'Oréal's group-wide commitments and sustainability objectives
Provide recommendations for cost-effective and flexible decoration options at the project conception phase, balancing innovation with feasibility
Actively participate in and/or lead decoration-focused discussions within conception meetings with Brand Development, offering expert advice to optimize project complexity and minimize time-to-market
Reinforce awareness among stakeholders regarding the financial impact of development decisions, including industrial budget spending (e.g., production color sample costs, on-site press approvals)
Demonstrate a deep understanding of supplier and plant capabilities to inform conception meetings and strategic decisions
Be consumer-centric, leveraging consumer insights to guide decoration choices and innovation
Provide support to global operations partners on projects being executed in other zones
Qualification
Required
5-8 years' experience in proven package development project work/quality experience, preferably in the cosmetics, consumer goods or related field is required
A completed Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or a related engineering/technical discipline is required
Travel to vendors and plants will be a requirement (10-15% of time)
Proficient PC skills – Microsoft Office Suite, BOM/specification and artwork systems
Excellent communication skills (written & verbal), to be able to deal effectively with all levels of our organization and our suppliers
Good organizational skills to manage the documentation, materials and information
Knowledge of new or emerging trends and technologies in packaging
Must be team oriented and able to create strong relationships with all cross functional partners
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent, ongoing basis, without the need for legal sponsorship now or in the future
The ability to be onsite, in the office, as this is an essential function of the position, including our NY and NJ sites
Benefits
Competitive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
Hybrid Work Policy (3 days in Office, up to 2 days Work From Home)
Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’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
Company
L'Oréal
No.1 Beauty Group Worldwide. No.1 most innovative company in Europe (Fortune's ranking).
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Greenberg
CEO L’Oréal USA and President, North America Zone
Haley Cohen
Chief of Staff to the CEO of L’Oréal USA
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