Job Title- Launch Manager
Division:Operations
Location:Piscataway, NJ
Reports To:AVP, Manufacturing Supply Chain
What You Will Learn:
The Site Launch Manager's primary purpose is to provide leadership to deliver each Launch within the required commercial objectives while ensuring that the Launch is executed in a way that supports the site's stated business objectives in Safety, Quality, Reliability, Productivity, and Cost.
- Manage the delivery of Supply Chain (SC) implementations in support of new products or programs.
- Leadership to Charter each Launch to define the stated business objectives and technical success criteria. Leadership to deliver the expected results.
- Engage with Pack Dev. / Engineering to ensure a robust package/process design that can run efficiently within the operating window of the manufacturing equipment. Ensure timely engagement in upfront package design and equipment modifications through Risk assessments & Line Trials.
- Engage with Operations to ensure they can provide timely input to package / process design.
- Empower Operations to ensure they have capable people to run the new package/process design through a rigorous Technical Training Plan.
- Develop and maintain an integrated Project Milestone Schedule that captures all major categories of activities required for successful Launch. (Equipment, Materials, People, Methods)
- Develop and maintain a Launch Follow Up List that captures the activities required to achieve the Technical Success Criteria.
- Evaluate project timelines and provide feedback to the Division/s in terms of feasibility.
- Provide solutions to bottlenecks impeding the launch implementation and optimal supply chain management.
- Manage the deployment of production plans by engaging with cross-functional teams.
- Manage product inventory for products manufactured by the Piscataway plant and subcontractors efficiently, maximizing customer service and minimizing production downtime.
- Deliver content for the annual portfolio planning activity to ensure expected launches and new capabilities are delivered in full and on time.
- Any other duties as deemed necessary for continuous flow of operations.
What We Are Looking For:
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain discipline required.
- APICS certification preferred.
- 4+ years of experience in a high-performance manufacturing facility; cosmetics industry preferred.
- Computer skills, to include experience with Microsoft Office (spreadsheets, pivot tables, presentations, graphics software and database management).
What's In It For You:
- Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
- Hybrid Work Policy(3 Days in Office, 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'sInternal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
- Learning & Development Opportunities for Career Progression(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
Base Salary Range: $90,200 - $128,500 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level)
Don't meet every single requirement? At L'Oréal, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. If you're excited about this role but your past experiencedoesn't align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this role or others!
