Orveon is looking to drive consumer-driven innovation, formula development and on-time execution strategies for its Laura Mercier brand, specifically within the Complexion, Skincare and Color categories, by hiring a Director, Product Development.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of formulation science, testing protocols, and global regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, vendors, and stakeholders simultaneously while delivering on timelines and quality standards.
- Strategic thinker with a creative approach to innovation, consumer insights, and product problem-solving.
- Strong analytical, project management, and decision-making skills.
- 8-10 years of experience in Product Development within beauty, preferably with complexion, skincare and color experience
- Strong track record of working with contract manufacturers to build differentiated, high quality, consumer driven products with agility and impact
- Proven experience managing Product Development teams, mentoring high-performing managers, and leading cross-functional initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Build consumer-first innovation strategy that incorporates consumer insights, macrotrends and product trends.
- Lead the development of formula lab-brief kick-offs to inspire and provide actionable direction to key partners while building off of brand and portfolio strategy.
- Build differentiated and impactful concept briefs with strong concept/product fit.
- Oversee the New Launch Tracker for competitive products, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to internal stakeholders.
- Lead adherence to development processes and track milestones against NPD timelines, proactively addressing risks or delays.
- Maintain oversight of submission tracking for all vendors during formula development, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Direct internal submission testing, analyzing feedback on performance and aesthetic, and guiding product decisions.
Other
- 3–5 years in a leadership role
- Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills, with experience partnering with Brand, Marketing, Regulatory, Technical, and external teams.
- Exceptional communication, influencing, and leadership capabilities.
- Hybrid First Model – 3 days in office and two days remote.
- Work From Anywhere – Freedom to work six weeks annually from the location of your choice.
