Description

Effectively manage the execution of all global launch initiatives for the assigned business category from inception of project to shipment of product through the Supply Chain organization, ensuring market risk is mitigated and inventory management objectives are met. Manage the development and execution of the non-saleable launch support elements on a timely basis including samples, testers, and collateral. Assigned to special project as deemed necessary by ED or Director based on Corporate Initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Directs the efficient and effective execution of new projects and Marketing initiatives to the global marketplace for a category segment. Provides guidance to GBSC team and relevant colleagues as necessary in the development and monitoring of projects using all necessary systems.

• Develops appropriate timelines ensuring consensus of milestone dates within business category including Marketing, Packaging, R&D, Product Development, Creative, and Manufacturing.

• Drives critical milestone dates with cross-functional team in all areas as they relate to product-to-market timelines.

• Resolves all timeline issues and negotiates with impacted department and develops tactical plans when missed due dates occur to bring project back on track.

• Partners with Regulatory and Legal on all issues regarding product registration and communicate with markets regarding their new launch needs. Direct R&D, Packaging, and Creative to provide registration lab samples to meet local registration deadlines.

• Initiates and/or manages systems as required for assigned projects, which could include the Runway Platform, Global Coding System, TLM, SAP, Marketing Bulletins, IMW offerings, etc.

• Develop talent and capabilities of the team lead training and onboarding for new members.

• Assist in preparation and participate in Brand and/or SIOP meetings.

• Resolves all timeline issues and negotiates with effected department and develops tactical plans when missed due dates occur to bring project back on track. Identifies and communicates critical issues and next steps/resolution to Management. Provide guidance to GBSC manager to resolve issues.

• Leads and participates in regularly scheduled meetings to review projects with core project team (Marketing, Packaging, Creative, Product Development, R&D, Site, Supply Planning, GSR); identifies next action steps and decisions required by Senior Management in order to move programs forward.

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 Estee 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.