LVMH In Vivo Efficacy Laboratory Manager

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Location
Saint-Jean-de-BrayeCentre-Val de LoireFrance
Posted
Jan 23, 2025

About LVMH

LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics, a prestigious division of the LVMH Group, stands at the forefront of luxury beauty innovation. As a global leader, the company harnesses the talents of over 700 researchers, chemists, and biologists worldwide, dedicated to the creation and development of skincare, makeup, and fragrance products. LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics is committed to fostering a dynamic ecosystem of innovation, collaborating with both public and private entities to bring cutting-edge beauty solutions to market.

Join LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics in Saint-Jean-de-Braye, France, as an In Vivo Efficacy Laboratory Manager. Lead product performance management and innovation in luxury beauty.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead the performance management of makeup products from conception to evaluation.
  • Oversee the evaluation of SPF products across all categories.
  • Collaborate with experts to select performance technologies.
  • Define and present test plans to support product claims and registration.
  • Identify and partner with suitable Contract Research Organizations (CROs) for necessary testing.
  • Organize and manage testing processes with CROs and ensure timely report delivery.
  • Recommend screening tests to ensure product performance during development.
  • Establish and manage the annual budget for the makeup category.
  • Maintain comprehensive bibliographies to support innovative test plans.
  • Lead a team dedicated to managing the performance of makeup products.

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in cosmetics or a scientific field, with a specialization in skin biology or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 5 years of successful experience in a cosmetic CRO or with a brand.

Skills

Expertise in skin biology and technical knowledge of instrumental and clinical tests. Proficiency in photobiology and SPF knowledge. Understanding of makeup products and regulatory requirements. Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Strong leadership, organizational, and innovative thinking skills. Product sensitivity, communication skills, and teamwork orientation.

Experience

A minimum of 5 years in a cosmetic Contract Research Organization or with a brand, demonstrating expertise in skin biology and product performance evaluation.

Education

Master's or Doctorate in cosmetics or a scientific discipline with a focus on skin biology.

Workplace

This position is based in Saint-Jean-de-Braye, Centre-Val de Loire, France, within easy reach of Paris.

Benefits

The role offers a hybrid working model, providing flexibility and a balance between remote and on-site work.

Culture

LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. The company values curiosity, leadership, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of luxury beauty.

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