Global Brand Manager (skincare product development a must)

As Global Brand Manager, you will drive the innovation and renovation pipeline of one of La Prairie's strategic skincare collections, shaping its future growth through innovation, scientific credibility and long-term franchise development.

From identifying future consumer and scientific opportunities to bringing new concepts to market, you will play a key role in transforming skincare science into meaningful consumer innovations. Working closely with R&D, Science, Packaging, Regulatory and regional teams, you will lead complex cross-functional projects from ideation to launch and contribute to the long-term vision of the franchise.

Reporting to the Global Group Marketing Manager, this role offers significant ownership, visibility and the opportunity to influence the future of the brand at a global level.

How You Will Create a Beautiful Impact

• Drive the innovation and renovation pipeline from early concept development to market launch.
• Identify emerging consumer needs, scientific opportunities and market trends to fuel long-term franchise growth.
• Partner closely with Science and R&D teams to build innovation platforms, product concepts and claims territories.
• Translate complex scientific concepts into compelling consumer propositions and luxury storytelling.
• Lead cross-functional product development in collaboration with Packaging, Formula, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Retail, Digital and Creative teams.
• Build business cases and strategic recommendations for future growth opportunities.
• Contribute to the long-term vision and evolution of the franchise.
• Deliver impactful presentations and recommendations to senior leadership.

What you need to have to be our next audacious and creative talent

Must Have

• 3+ years of experience in skincare innovation, product development, product marketing.
• Strong understanding of skincare science, product development processes and efficacy-driven skincare categories.
• Experience working on scientifically led skincare products with proven consumer and technical benefits.
• Strong understanding of Asian skincare markets, ideally including direct experience with China.
• Ability to translate complex scientific concepts into compelling consumer propositions and product stories.
• Proven ability to manage complex cross-functional projects and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to drive projects independently from concept to launch.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Resilient, solution-oriented and comfortable operating in a fast-paced and complex environment.
• Humble, collaborative and open-minded, while being able to challenge constructively when needed.
• Fluent in English.

Nice to Have

• Experience in luxury skincare.
• Experience in brightening, pigmentation or other efficacy-driven skincare categories.
• Experience working with Chinese product registration requirements and timelines.
• Experience in dermocosmetics, dermatological skincare or science-led beauty brands.
• Experience working across both global and local marketing organizations.
• Exposure to ingredient-led innovation platforms and scientific skincare claims development.

At La Prairie, we are committed to supporting your professional and personal well-being through a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance Contribution: Enjoy a monthly contribution towards your health insurance.
• Generous Leave Policy: Benefit from 25 days of annual leave, plus an additional 8.5 days off (available for HQ employees).
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Embrace a balanced work-life with the option to work from home up to two days a week.
• Exclusive Product Discounts: Access special discounts on La Prairie products and participate in Employee-Only Sales at our exclusive Employee Boutique.
• Skill Development Opportunities: Benefit from unlimited access to La Prairie’s “SkillCare” program, tailored to enhance your skills and support your professional growth, along with access to the LinkedIn Learning platform for additional learning resources.
• Career Mobility Opportunities: Explore internal and international mobility options within the Beiersdorf Group.
• Employee Referral Bonuses: Earn bonuses for referring talented individuals to join our team.

Your journey with La Prairie begins here. Submit your application quickly and easily through our online tool—only applications received this way will be considered. The selection process includes a combination of interviews with HR, the Hiring Manager, and key stakeholders, along with assessments. We look forward to meeting you.

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At La Prairie we work on creating a diverse & inclusive culture by having a balanced population and an open, safe, trusting and accepting culture. We believe that diversity in our talents is the strength of our House and we are supporting professional equality for everyone. We welcome applicants with and from diverse background.