Global Marketing & Innovation Manager
Long Beach, CA
Full Time
Manager/Supervisor
Location: Long Beach, CA - hybrid OR New York, NY - hybrid
Salary Range: $115,000.00 to $125,000.00
Who We Are:
Obagi Cosmeceuticals is an industry leading dermo-cosmetic brand that provides transformational skin care products, with a 35+ year legacy backed by science and innovation to protect and enhance skin tone and texture. Obagi is widely recognized by US dermatologists and plastic surgeons for its clinical excellence and science-backed approach, remaining a leader in the beauty space and operates as an innovative, global, omni-channel luxury consumer products business with sales distribution to physicians, wholesale partners, retail outlets, Amazon, and direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels. On a mission to create a global, best-in-class multi-brand, multicategory portfolio, Obagi will continue to redefine the future of skincare. We are Obagi. Fearless. Together.
What We Need:
Obagi is seeking a strategic Global Marketing & Innovation Manager to oversee and co-manage Product Development initiatives for new and existing skincare products designed for our medical aesthetic channel. Responsible for concept development, formula development, and communication campaigns, this role will directly liaise with domestic and international teams to efficiently drive launch plans.
What You’ll Do:
New Product Development:
These demands document the physical requirements of a specific job. Criteria may include: Lifting, Carrying, Push/Pull, Sitting/Standing (In Place); On Feet, Walking, Bending, Turn/Twist; Kneeling; Squatting; Crawling; Climbing; Reaching (Out)/Reaching (Up), Grasping, Wrist Turning; Pinching; Finger Manipulation, Hearing, Talking, Working with a computer for eight hours, Working in close quarters. Communicating over the telephone for eight hours.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of job requirements, so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, from time to time, as needed.
Salary Range: $115,000.00 to $125,000.00
Who We Are:
Obagi Cosmeceuticals is an industry leading dermo-cosmetic brand that provides transformational skin care products, with a 35+ year legacy backed by science and innovation to protect and enhance skin tone and texture. Obagi is widely recognized by US dermatologists and plastic surgeons for its clinical excellence and science-backed approach, remaining a leader in the beauty space and operates as an innovative, global, omni-channel luxury consumer products business with sales distribution to physicians, wholesale partners, retail outlets, Amazon, and direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels. On a mission to create a global, best-in-class multi-brand, multicategory portfolio, Obagi will continue to redefine the future of skincare. We are Obagi. Fearless. Together.
What We Need:
Obagi is seeking a strategic Global Marketing & Innovation Manager to oversee and co-manage Product Development initiatives for new and existing skincare products designed for our medical aesthetic channel. Responsible for concept development, formula development, and communication campaigns, this role will directly liaise with domestic and international teams to efficiently drive launch plans.
What You’ll Do:
New Product Development:
- Manage all aspects of New Product Development (NPD) including but not limited to: portfolio strategy, market research, scientific insights, concept development, launch timeline execution, prototyping, product claims, legal trademark process, cost-of-goods (COGs), forecast management, pricing proposals.
- Co-lead clinical testing and claims development with the Product Development team for new and existing franchises.
- Partner with Creative on packaging development (new and relaunch) and ensure transparency regarding all copy/package direction, providing components, working copy, etc.
- Collaborate with Education & Science Comms to create relevant training content
- Partner with Creative & channel leads on go-to-market assets incl. collateral for medical and consumer-facing campaigns
- Gather and consolidate competitive insights
- Lead ad hoc consumer research and develop appropriate action plans for the multi-year pipeline
- Attend key conferences/symposiums to gain understanding and insights of the aesthetic market
- Oversee global forecast as part of innovation demand planning in close collaboration with Supply Chain & Operations
- Manage COGs
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Marketing, Advertising, International Business, Communication, or related field
- 3-5+ years of relevant industry (beauty) related marketing experience with a focus on Global Marketing & Product Development.
- Prior experience in skincare highly preferred
- Prior experience in copywriting, storytelling, and leading presentations highly preferred
- Demonstrated success operating in the global marketplace collaborating with multiple markets/channel leads
- Experience working with contract manufactures and managing ongoing relationships
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills; demonstrated ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines with a collaborative mindset
- Comfortable operating in a fast paced, ever-changing environment; someone who thrives in ambiguity and adapts quickly, with a passion for creative problem solving.
- Possess an energetic, positive attitude that encourages a team and supports the growth and professional
- development of others.
These demands document the physical requirements of a specific job. Criteria may include: Lifting, Carrying, Push/Pull, Sitting/Standing (In Place); On Feet, Walking, Bending, Turn/Twist; Kneeling; Squatting; Crawling; Climbing; Reaching (Out)/Reaching (Up), Grasping, Wrist Turning; Pinching; Finger Manipulation, Hearing, Talking, Working with a computer for eight hours, Working in close quarters. Communicating over the telephone for eight hours.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of job requirements, so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, from time to time, as needed.
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