Sephora Packaging Development Project Manager

Neuilly-sur-Seine • France

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Sephora, a leading name in the beauty retail industry, is part of the prestigious LVMH Group. Since its inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, Sephora has been at the forefront of innovation in the beauty sector. Known for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, Sephora offers a vibrant workplace where creativity and excellence are celebrated. The Sephora Collection, the brand's private label, is renowned for its trendsetting and reliable products, crafted with care by a dedicated team of 250 employees in France, impacting markets across Europe, the Middle East, the Americas, and Asia.

1. Collaborate with Marketing and Formula Development teams to create technically and financially viable packaging solutions.
2. Advise the creative team on optimal design implementation.
3. Work closely with Procurement to meet cost and margin targets.
4. Conduct risk assessments and feasibility studies, including functionality, manufacturability, and cost analysis.
5. Oversee new tooling development and validate technical drawings.
6. Establish homologation plans and conduct necessary testing for success criteria validation.
7. Manage aesthetic development including color matching and decoration.
8. Review and approve artwork files.
9. Supervise the industrialization phase and attend line trials at contract manufacturers' sites.
10. Collaborate with Quality Assurance to provide specifications for components and finished goods.
11. Approve quality standards and range boards for components and finished goods.
12. Validate tertiary packaging and palletization plans for finished goods.
13. Monitor project timelines and report development issues to supervisors and project managers.
14. Identify and implement mitigation plans for development challenges.
15. Optimize existing components to improve quality, reduce costs, and enhance sustainability.
16. Support sustainability programs specifically related to packaging.

1. Minimum 3 years of experience in technical packaging roles, preferably in the beauty industry.
2. Bachelor's degree in a scientific field such as packaging, chemistry, or mechanical engineering.

1. Ability to operate in a fast-paced project environment.
2. Problem-solving skills with a pragmatic approach.
3. Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
4. Proficiency in English communication.
5. Willingness to travel as required.

Minimum of 3 years in technical packaging roles, ideally within the beauty industry.

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline.

Sephora offers a community where authenticity is embraced, fostering a culture of empowerment, learning, and growth. Employees are provided with the tools, space, and opportunities to innovate and lead, contributing to meaningful work that makes a difference.

Sephora celebrates diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment. The company values authenticity and the strength of differences, creating a collective spirit that empowers employees to learn, innovate, and lead.