Advanced Research Manager

3 weeks ago

Johannesburg, South Africa L'Oreal Full time

**Advanced Research Manager**

**Woodmead, South Africa**

**Who We Are**

At L’Oréal, we're not just about beauty products; we're about empowering people to embrace their own unique beauty and change the world. For over a century, our passion for innovation has fueled our mission to offer every individual the best in beauty. We're a company driven by creativity, a pioneering spirit, and a commitment to making a positive impact.

**A Day in the Life**

Ready to spearhead groundbreaking research and transform the future of beauty? As an Advanced Research Manager, you'll be the driving force behind cutting-edge advancements, leading a team of passionate researchers in a fast-paced and inspiring environment. Your responsibilities will include:
**SCIENTIFIC/TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE**
- ** Leading the Charge**: Transform scientific and technical knowledge into disruptive inventions and innovations, pushing the boundaries of cosmetic science.
- ** Product Performance Powerhouse**: Create novel actives, technologies, and products designed to deliver superior, noticeable performance that excites our consumers.
- ** Data-Driven Discoveries**: Analyse and interpret complex scientific data with meticulous accuracy, communicating findings with integrity and clarity.
- ** Relentless Pursuit of Knowledge**: Continuously expand your expertise and spearhead research into emerging technologies and methodologies. Share your knowledge and mentor team members to foster a culture of continuous learning.
- ** Digital Transformation**: Leverage cutting-edge digital tools and technologies to accelerate the innovation process, unlock new performance dimensions, and develop connected cosmetic experiences.

**CREATIVITY INSPIRED BY CONSUMERS**
- ** Consumer-Centric Approach**: Cultivate a deep understanding of our diverse consumer base and their evolving needs and desires.
- ** Translating Insights into Innovation**: Transform consumer and market insights into groundbreaking scientific concepts and creative ideas that fuel the development of exceptional products.
- ** Performance Driven by Understanding**: Define and champion outstanding product performance goals rooted in a comprehensive understanding of consumer expectations.

***ENTREPRENEURSHIP FOR INNOVATION**
- ** Visionary Leadership**: Conceptualize and champion the development of ambitious, large-scale concepts and technologies with the potential to revolutionize the industry.
- ** Embrace the Unknown**: Fearlessly embrace calculated risks to drive radical and disruptive innovation, effectively managing associated challenges and opportunities.
- ** Strategic Prioritization**: Lead the prioritization and streamlining of major innovation projects, ensuring efficient resource allocation and maximizing impact.
- ** Uncompromising Standards**: Champion a culture of quality, safety, and sustainability, ensuring all research activities adhere to the highest ethical and regulatory standards.

**COLLABORATIVE LEADERSHIP FOR INNOVATION**
- ** Inspiring a Shared Vision**: Effectively communicate a compelling research vision and translate it into actionable goals that energize and motivate the team.
- ** Global Perspective, Local Impact**: Operate with a global mindset while remaining attuned to local nuances to achieve ambitious innovation goals across diverse markets.
- ** Breaking Down Silos**: Foster a collaborative environment that transcends functional boundaries, promoting seamless teamwork and communication to drive collective success.
- ** Building Bridges with Business & Brands**: Cultivate strong relationships with business stakeholders and brand teams, ensuring the seamless translation of groundbreaking research into compelling market opportunities.

**GREEN SCIENCES & BIODIVERSITY**
- ** Pioneer Sustainable Solutions**: Be a champion for green sciences and biodiversity, spearheading research initiatives that prioritize sustainability and minimize environmental impact.
- ** Responsible Sourcing**: Drive the exploration and integration of ethically sourced, bio-based ingredients that align with our commitment to biodiversity preservation.
- ** Eco-conscious Innovation**: Embed principles of green chemistry and sustainable development throughout the research and development process.

**PARTNERSHIP FOR TRANSFORMATION**
- ** Open Innovation Catalyst**: Lead the scouting, selection, and integration of external partners - from startups to research institutions - to accelerate innovation and access cutting-edge technologies.
- ** Transformative Collaborations**: Forge and nurture strategic partnerships that enable the development of disruptive solutions and unlock new frontiers in beauty and technology.

**Who You Are**

Are you a visionary leader with an unquenchable thirst for scientific discovery and a passion for creating the beauty products of tomorrow? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence are celebrat

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