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.
The Senior Analyst, Global Packaging Development leads packaging development projects from concept through commercialization for the Estée Lauder Companies' portfolio of luxury and prestige beauty brands. This independent technical contributor manages a portfolio of projects across brands or product categories, applying engineering judgment to deliver packaging solutions that strengthen brand identity, enhance consumer experience, support sustainability goals, and meet business objectives. The role collaborates closely with cross-functional partners including Marketing, Design, Product Development, R&I, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Sustainability, and supplier partners to ensure packaging solutions achieve quality, functionality, manufacturability, cost, timing, and regulatory requirements.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead packaging development projects from concept through commercialization, including development of project plans, timelines, technical specifications, package outlines, and engineering documentation
- Independently manage packaging development portfolios across assigned brands, product lines, or initiatives, translating brand vision and creative intent into technically robust solutions
- Conduct technical feasibility assessments for new packaging concepts, materials, dispensing systems, decoration techniques, and manufacturing processes, identifying emerging technologies and supplier capabilities
- Lead package testing and validation activities with Package Testing, Material Science, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality; develop FMEA documentation and identify technical, manufacturing, supplier, and commercial risks
- Serve as the packaging steward and technical representative for assigned projects, building trusted relationships across Marketing, Design, Product Development, R&I, BVC, GSM, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and Sustainability teams
- Drive value engineering initiatives that improve package performance while reducing cost, complexity, and environmental impact; identify opportunities to enhance functionality, sustainability, and consumer experience
- Apply strong knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, decoration technologies, and testing methodologies; ensure compliance with Company engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and PPWR expectations
- Mentor junior Analysts, interns, and new team members on technical knowledge, best practices, and lessons learned; foster collaboration and contribute to team culture
- Utilize AI-enabled tools to accelerate technical research, benchmark competitive products, compare engineering options, organize technical information, and improve documentation
- Communicate technical recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical audiences; facilitate productive discussions that balance creative ambition with engineering feasibility
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Materials Engineering, or related technical discipline
- 3–5 years of professional experience in cosmetic package development, environmental safety, or related technical discipline
- Proficiency in computer systems including Unique Package Definition Systems, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Experience working in the beauty or related industry in a technical capacity
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects independently and influence cross-functional decisions through technical expertise
- Strong knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing processes, decoration technologies, testing methodologies, and commercialization requirements
Skills
Experience
3–5 years of professional experience in cosmetic package development, environmental safety and development, or related technical discipline within the beauty or luxury goods industry. Experience includes project leadership, supplier coordination, technical feasibility assessment, and cross-functional collaboration in fast-paced commercial environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Materials Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 75,350 to USD 112,500 per annum.
Benefits
Health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, participation in a competitive bonus program with potential for overachievement based on performance and company results.
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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