Assistant Vice President, Head of Demi-Grand; Pre-Pilot Scale), L'Oreal Research & Innovation

Assistant Vice President, Head of Demi-Grand (Pre-Pilot Scale), L'Oreal Research & Innovation - Clark, New Jersey

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We are seeking an Assistant Vice President, Head of Demi-Grand (Pre-Pilot Scale) to join our Demi-Grand team in our state‑of‑the‑art Clark, New Jersey research facility, supporting our Analytical Innovation & Expertise Pillar. The Head of US R&I Demi Grand is a leadership role responsible for the end‑to‑end management of the Demi Grand manufacturing operations and laboratory logistics. This individual serves as the critical bridge between laboratory‑scale innovation and industrial‑scale manufacturing.

The role requires a strategic leader who can oversee complex chemical manufacturing, ensure strict GMP and safety compliance, and lead a large, diverse team to optimize material flow and product development for US Research & Innovation.

• Operational Leadership & Scale-Up
  • Direct all Demi Grand operations, including manufacturing, packaging, process development, and material storage.
  • Lead the production and process development engineering teams to support R&I innovation, facilitating industrial scaleup and patent applications.
  • Drive strategic planning and execution for the unit, aligning local activities with global directives to ensure international product availability and resource capacity.
  • Oversee significant departmental budgets (Opex and CAPEX) for production equipment and asset investment.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • In partnership with the US R&I Quality Lead, direct the implementation of quality compliance policies covering formula conception, risk analysis, stability, and laboratory operations.
  • Oversee audit efforts (Quality, Safety, Finance) and lead investigations into quality incidents to drive continuous improvement.
  • Ensure full compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), OTC (Over‑the‑Counter) regulations, and FDA requirements for production and cleaning validations.
• Logistics & Supply Chain Management
  • Manage transformation and modernization of procurement, distribution, and logistical services for the campus.
  • Optimize material storage and flow, including the management of chemical waste and lab logistics services (on‑site/off‑site).
  • Foster partnerships across corporate entities to streamline material exchange and scale‑up initiatives.
• People & Culture Management
  • Lead and mentor a large multi‑disciplinary team (including internal employees and external contractors).
  • Foster a high‑achieving culture focused on empowerment, engagement, and well‑being, consistently improving team engagement surveys and leadership scores.
  • Champion a culture of safety and continuous improvement (Lean/5S) across all laboratory and manufacturing spaces.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Safety & Quality:
    Achievement of zero‑incident safety targets and successful audit results.
  • Operational Efficiency:
    Improvement in output percentages and reduction in lead times for material availability.
  • Innovation:
    Successful support of patent filings and contribution to laboratory…