Revlon · 21 hours ago
Senior Manager, Innovation Operations & Strategy
Kenilworth, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $135K/yr
7+ years expRevlon is a leading global beauty company known for its innovative products and iconic brands. The Senior Manager, Innovation Operations & Strategy, will drive execution excellence across multiple complex projects and cross-functional programs, ensuring operational rigor and strategic alignment within the organization.
BeautyCosmeticsLifestylePersonal Care and Hygiene
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and deliver multiple complex projects or cross-functional programs across NPD, DTV, BC, Quality, and Strategic workstreams
Independently manage integrated timelines, critical paths, and execution risks, ensuring programs meet defined objectives
Ensure full adherence to governance frameworks, stage-gate standards, and project execution best practices
Provide visibility into program health through structured reporting, dashboards, and escalation pathways
Conduct scenario modeling and provide recommendations based on impact, risk, and financial trade-offs
Influence and align cross-functional leaders (Marketing, R&D, Packaging, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Legal, Finance, Plant Operations) to maintain unified plans and organizational readiness
Facilitate decision-making by preparing clear, concise program summaries for leadership and gate review forums
Secure alignment on scope, risks, resources, and financial implications prior to governance checkpoints
Drive transparent communication, ensuring all partners understand priorities, commitments, and mitigation plans
Own identification and independent design of mitigation strategies, driving them through closure
Proactively anticipate risks, challenge assumptions, and manage dependencies across programs
Elevate unresolved risks to key stakeholders when they surpass established parameters
Apply financial acumen to evaluate business cases, validate savings (DTV), monitor cost drivers, and flag deviations
Optimize project management tools, documentation, dashboards, and communication templates for enterprise use
Lead lessons-learned reviews and prioritize continuous improvement actions across programs
Recommend and support training to enhance PM discipline and cross-functional readiness
Qualification
Required
7+ years of project/program management experience, with increasing levels of responsibility
Proven success leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing multiple complex projects concurrently
Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional leaders and navigate a global matrix organization
Strong capability in financial interpretation, business case assessment, and cost management
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, MS Project, and PM tools
Ability to lead through ambiguity, resolve conflict, and drive accountability
Strong enterprise thinking, cross-functional leadership, and relationship-building skills
Advanced project management and program leadership skills with an emphasis on risk management
Excellent communication and facilitation capabilities, able to translate complex information clearly
Continuous improvement mindset and commitment to elevating program management maturity
Strong business and financial acumen; able to balance speed, quality, and cost
Ability to manage competing priorities, resource constraints, and shifting timelines effectively
Bachelor's degree required (Engineering, Sciences, Operations, Business, or related field)
Revlon is unable to sponsor or transfer employment visas for this role; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa support
Preferred
Background in FMCG, CPG, Beauty, OTC, or relevant manufacturing/innovation environments preferred
Experience with Power BI or JMP bonus skills
MP/PMI or equivalent certifications are a strong plus
Master's degree or MBA preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Company-paid basic life insurance policy
Company-paid short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability
Supplemental life insurances
Flexible spending accounts
Critical illness insurance
Group legal
Identity theft protection
401k Retirement Savings Plan
3 weeks of vacation
Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Company
Revlon
Revlon is a provider of cosmetics, hair color, fragrances, skincare, and beauty care products.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400MKey Investors
Siemens Financial ServicesMorgan Stanley
2024-09-30Debt Financing· $350M
2023-05-02Private Equity
2022-06-30Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Michelle Peluso
Chief Executive Officer
Ariadne Oliveira
Global Vice President Marketing
Recent News
2026-01-11
2026-01-09
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