Estée Lauder Companies Visual Merchandising Development and Engineering Manager
Estée Lauder Companies hiring VM Development and Engineering Manager in Singapore. Lead display engineering, vendor management, and product development.
Role & Responsibilities
- Evaluate design concepts and renderings to assess technical feasibility, manufacturability, structural integrity, and production requirements
- Develop engineering solutions that preserve design intent while optimizing functionality, durability, assembly, and installation
- Recommend appropriate materials, construction methods, and manufacturing processes to achieve quality and cost objectives
- Assess structural performance and mechanical functionality of VM tools and displays through prototype development, testing, and validation
- Lead technical validation activities to ensure product durability and in-store performance across retail environments
- Drive value engineering initiatives to improve product performance while reducing manufacturing and material costs
- Evaluate alternative materials, construction methods, and production processes to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Work closely with manufacturing partners to review design intent, engineering proposals, and production methodologies
- Review, provide feedback on, and approve vendor engineering submissions, prototypes, and pre-production samples
- Monitor vendor development timelines and engineering deliverables to ensure project milestones are achieved
- Ensure display structures, graphic components, packaging, and assembly methods meet required quality standards
- Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for quality or production issues
- Maintain engineering standards, best practices, and technical documentation across all VM projects
- Ensure all VM solutions comply with applicable safety regulations, environmental standards, and retailer requirements including lighting
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in the display, VM, or retail fixture industry, preferably in prestige cosmetics
- Strong knowledge of display construction and manufacturing processes, including injection molding, vacuum forming, acrylic and metal fabrication, decoration processes, and LED lighting
- Ability to read and interpret technical and engineering drawings
- Experience working with vendors to develop innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions
- Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and adapt to changing business needs
- Collaborative team player with strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field preferred
Skills
Experience
5+ years in display, visual merchandising, or retail fixture engineering, with demonstrated expertise in manufacturing processes and vendor collaboration within the prestige beauty or cosmetics sector.
Education
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related engineering discipline preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Singapore, Central, Singapore.
Benefits
On-the-job training and continuous skill development; career advancement through short-term assignments, relocations, and new experiences; flexible working hours; enhanced parental leave; market-competitive compensation packages.
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