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ShiseidoThis job posting was originally in Japanese. The English version is automatically translated. Please visit the company site for the most accurate information.
You will understand the medium-term makeup strategy based on the brand’s business strategy and, in line with that strategy, plan and develop innovative, high-value new products and enhancements to existing products that only CPB can deliver. In long-term global projects, you will be expected to work independently and proactively, and to lead and drive the entire project, including mentoring junior colleagues. For product planning, you will use logical thinking to organize complex issues both within and outside the brand, while developing creative product concepts that captivate customers. For customer-focused information development, you will create clear and compelling information for customers, with in-store activities in mind. You will understand globally relevant claims and regulatory requirements, make an effort to use English independently, and develop claims and information in both Japanese and English based on analysis of competitors’ product claims. For business thinking and data analysis, you will take an interest in understanding brand and category strategies and market conditions, and conduct data analysis to build a logical case for your concepts from a business perspective and communicate them clearly to others. For communication and organizational contribution, you will collaborate with your group, members of other groups, related departments, and regional partners, building positive working relationships. You will contribute to the organization with a strong interest in and commitment to developing, leading, and directing junior team members.
- At least three years of product development experience in the complexion category at a cosmetics manufacturer. - Practical experience covering the full product development process, from formulation development and sensory evaluation through packaging and information development. - Ability to understand the processes involved in assigned work, act proactively, and report to your manager as appropriate. - Flexibility and creativity to listen sincerely to overseas needs and the opinions of collaborative partners, and use them to improve your concepts. - Strong awareness of and interest in market trends across other brands and industries, and the ability to apply them to your work. - A well-balanced combination of business thinking and creative ideation. - TOEIC score of 730 or higher, or equivalent English proficiency.
- Strong interest in and passion for product development. - Experience mentoring and developing junior colleagues in an oversight role, in addition to hands-on work. - A stable personal foundation and the circumstances and mindset to make a consistent, long-term commitment. - Ability to proactively engage the appropriate stakeholders, gather information independently, and develop an approach to solving problems, even when handling unfamiliar work. - Project management skills, including the ability to independently manage schedules, identify issues, and propose solutions. - A strong track record as an individual contributor, along with an interest in and commitment to developing and leading junior colleagues.
