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Form of workLG H&H Americas is a division of LG H&H, the #1 company in beauty and Personal Care in Korea. Since creating Korea’s first ever cosmetic products over 75 years ago, LG H&H has become an industry leader in Asia, before expanding our business by merging with The Avon Company to introduce and grow our robust brand portfolio in the US and Canada.
About the Role
The Cosmetic R&D Product Development, Manager runs with all degrees of arranging and improvement correspondence for Personal Care oversight from Head of R&D. Oversee the development and execution of Personal Care items to support the brand launches and innovation.
You will report to the Senior Manager, R&D Product Development.
Roles and responsibilities
- Provide support to several functions across R&D and Product Development for LG H&H and The Avon business.
- Manage all levels of planning & development communication for PC categories with oversight from Head of R&D.
- Evaluates product submissions in a timely manner and communicates with cross functional teams.
- Prepares R&D briefs and product sell sheets.
- Coordinate all testing and manage budgeting.
- Conduct research and analysis to Product Development strategy.
- Partner with internal teams and external third-party vendors to ensure timeline and delivery.
- Manage all levels of administration related to product planning, sourcing & development, including payment processing.
- Respond to Korea HQ’s requests for shared service including contract manufacturer search, testing support, tech transfer project support, etc.
- Work closely with cross- functional teams (Marketing, Sourcing, Regulatory, Quality, and Packaging Engineering) to provide feedback and access new technology.
- Maintain a strong understanding of the North American cosmetics/ beauty business.
- Able to handle ad hoc requests and projects.
Qualifications
- Minimum Bachelors' degree in science required.
- Must have Cosmetics/ Personal Care Manufacturing R&D experience.
- 5+ years of experience in the cosmetic industry; hair & body care background is required.
- Organized, multi- functional, flexible to handle multiple projects, priorities, and tasks.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, formulation and project management skills.
- Strong presentation skills.
- Must have authorization to work in the United States on a permanent, ongoing basis without sponsorship.
Our Benefits
- Eligible for benefits as of date of hire (health, dental, vision, life and other voluntary programs)
- You are immediately vested in LG H&H's matching contributions to the 401(k) Plan. Company matches your contributions dollar-for dollar up to 6% of your eligible pay.
- Company sponsored Life insurance, AD&D and Disability benefits
- Wellness incentive programs
Salary Range: $90 - $130k
LG H&H USA is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law.
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