- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
About Estée Lauder Companies
The Estée Lauder Companies is a global leader in prestige beauty, founded in 1946 by Estée and Joseph Lauder and built on an enduring belief in creativity, high-touch service, and entrepreneurial spirit. As an employer, the Group offers talent the scale of an international house with the energy of distinctive brands across skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care. Its culture values innovation, inclusion, learning, and responsible growth, inviting professionals to shape consumer experiences from laboratory to counter, digital platform to boardroom. Employees join a purpose-led organization where heritage, artistry, and scientific excellence meet to define the future of luxury beauty.
Estée Lauder Companies seeks a Labelling Manager to oversee end-to-end artwork creation, review, and approval for the new Hainan Distribution Centre serving Traditional Chinese retailers. The role encompasses managing label compliance with CSAR regulations, maintaining packaging artwork lifecycle documentation, implementing artwork change controls, and executing label rationalization strategies. This position involves creating and managing label artworks for both touchless and late-stage products destined for Chinese and global markets, with emphasis on regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end artwork creation, review, and approval processes in collaboration with Regulatory Affairs, Operations, and external partner organizations
- Maintain and track packaging artwork lifecycle and documentation in appropriate labeling repositories
- Implement and maintain artwork-related change controls
- Create and maintain label rationalization strategy
- Create label artworks for Traditional Chinese products worldwide with emphasis on China market, including size standardization and label artwork template preparation
- Provide necessary label master data for relevant Chinese markets
- Streamline and automate the label creation process with active participation in system development, evaluation, and implementation
- Ensure artwork consistency, accuracy, and adherence to regulatory guidelines including CSAR compliance
- Set up, manage, and archive accurate artwork files for distribution to stakeholders
- Adapt existing artwork to alternative layouts and formats as required
- Partner with Regulatory Affairs teams to obtain and align on accurate label content
- Collaborate with Chinese regional teams to align label creation timelines with product launch schedules
- Work closely with Customer Service team to ensure label specifications support timely order processing
- Manage external vendor relationships by supplying approved artwork and overseeing final proofing for accuracy
- Identify and propose process improvements to introduce greater automation and efficiency
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Product Design, or related discipline
- Business proficiency in English and Chinese
- Structured work approach with meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent communication and customer service skills with excellence-oriented mindset
- Service and quality-oriented approach
- Critical thinking to deconstruct complex problems
- Creative problem-solving capabilities and analytical skills
- Agile and independent approach with demonstrable 'can-do' attitude
- Ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently in fast-paced environment
- Capacity to manage change and adapt to evolving requirements
- Business acumen with ability to understand broader context and think strategically
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and design software
- Flexibility and adaptability in high-growth environment
- Drive to excel both as team member and individual contributor
Skills
Experience
The role requires foundational experience in product labeling, packaging design, or supply chain operations within a regulated environment such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, or consumer goods. Experience with artwork lifecycle management, regulatory compliance documentation, and supplier coordination is advantageous. Familiarity with Chinese market requirements and distribution centre operations is valued.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Product Design, or related field. Relevant certifications in packaging design or regulatory compliance may substitute for or complement formal education.
Culture
The Estée Lauder Companies fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and a passion for prestige beauty are deeply valued. As a global house of distinctive brands, it offers employees an environment that encourages innovation, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence and consumer inspiration.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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