Summary
The Vice President of Operations leads and integrates key operational functions for a global skincare brand. This role oversees new product planning, purchasing, sustainability, regulatory compliance, quality, and process engineering to support product innovation, compliance, and business growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead new product introductions from concept through market launch and align cross-functional teams on timelines.
- Establish quality frameworks and ensure product and claims compliance with international regulations.
- Optimize costs through value analysis, value engineering, and other initiatives.
- Define and implement sustainability priorities and drive operational excellence.
- Build and develop a high-performing team, set clear accountabilities, and plan for succession.
- Partner with management on an operations roadmap supporting growth, resilience, and scalable performance.
Requirements
- 12-15+ years of progressive technical services or operations experience in beauty or cosmetics.
- Experience leading multiple functions, managing teams, and influencing senior stakeholders.
- Strong knowledge of quality systems and beauty regulatory frameworks.
- Demonstrated success with process improvement, KPIs, and measurable operational outcomes.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, operations, or a related field.
- Strong strategic, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
