POSITION SUMMARY: Manage the efficient and effective execution of New Product Launch (NPL) for Brand Innovation into the global marketplace. Launches include New Products, Limited Life programs (e.g. Holiday sets, GWP) and sampling programs.  The Assistant Manager will drive the activities of the development teams (Marketing, Product Development, Creative, Packaging, R&D, etc.) and coordinate with other Sub-functions in the Supply Chain to insure innovations meet cost and inventory targets, ship on time and in full.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Responsible for developing and executing appropriate launch timelines ensuring consensus of milestone dates from respective business units including Marketing, Packaging, R&D, Product Development, Creative, New Product Purchasing/GSR and Manufacturing.
• Ensure all milestones meet their due dates in order to achieve the Primary DC Ship Date; drive the process end-to-end, negotiate with appropriate departments and resolve all timeline issues.  Develop tactical plans when missed due dates occur to bring project back on track.
• Initiate and/or manage items as required for assigned project, which could include the Timeline Management System (TLM), SAP, Global Marketing Website (GMW) offerings, etc.
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings (Product Package & Development Meetings (PPD)/Program Review/Site Ops) to review projects with core project team (Marketing, Packaging, Creative, Product Development, R&D, Site, New Product Planning, Supply Planning, GSR, Regulatory) and identify next action steps and decisions required by Senior Management in order to move programs forward.
• Build collaborative cross-functional relationships to help support successful new product launches, acting as liaison between Marketing, Manufacturing, Product Development, R&D, Packaging, GSR and Creative in all areas relating to the product-to-market timeline. 
• Follow up with cross-functional departments to ensure delivery on commitment or project requirements.
• Liaise with International and NA markets or Global Product Supply Team (GPS) colleagues about execution or service issues relating to new product introductions.
• Communicate and take action on launch and supply information activities to all related stakeholders on global and regional basis (e.g., Demand, New Product, Resource, Supply Planning, Customer Service, and Markets).
• Communicate with Brand Operations when launch items are discontinued or move to basic business and act as liaison when changes are required for in-line products (reforms, repacks).
• Review Excess and Obsolescence system (EXOB) and SKU reports monthly in relation to new product launch excess, saleable & collateral, inputting comments and feedback to allow proper action. Ensure all limited life launch SKUs are discontinued in a timely manner to maintain Brand initiatives in the SKUs management process.
• Coordinate with Regulatory on all issues regarding product registration. Coordinate registration comps and artwork for those markets requiring for new launches and in-line products.
• Coordinates special projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be an excellent team player with strong analytical, negotiating and communication skills.
• Excellent and efficient follow up, problem solving, and organizational skills required.
• Must possess the ability to multi-task, establish priorities and yet be flexible in an ever-changing environment. 
• Ability to use computer systems necessary to meet department objectives including Excel, Word, EXOB, Product Definition System (PDS), SAP including SNP, TLM, and Global Marketing Website (GMW), Qlikview, TeamCenter.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

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The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is the global leader in prestige beauty. ELC is the only company focused solely on prestige makeup, skin care, fragrance and hair care with a diverse portfolio of 25+ brands sold in approximately 150 countries and territories. Infused throughout the organization is a passion for creativity and innovation — a desire to push the boundaries and invent the unexpected — as we continue the bold work of the company’s founder Estée Lauder.