Launch Supply Manager

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Our Story

Launched in 2015, S ol de J aneiro is a globally recognized, award-winning beauty brand, drawing inspiration from Brazil’s beauty rituals, warmth, and spirit. S ol de J aneiro delivers a sensory experience beloved by multi-generational consumers worldwide, with clinically proven results, transformative textures, and transportive fragrances.

Headquartered in New York and launched as a digitally native brand, we have expanded globally with teams in Paris, London, and Germany. Our commitment to excellence has earned high-profile honors, including being named one of TIME1 00’s 2024 Most Influential Companies, Fast Company’s 2024 World's Most Innovative Companies, and WWD Beauty Inc’s Power Brands of 2024, underscoring its leadership in the beauty industry and outstanding workplace . These accolades highlight our dedication to being a leading brand in the beauty industry and an exceptional workplace.

What You’ll Do

The Launch Supply Manager is responsible for leading operational execution of commercialization for new product launches and product renovations, from Commercialization Readiness through launch stabilization and transition to standard catalog management.

This role serves as the operational lead across Supply Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, Packaging Engineering, Logistics, and external manufacturing partners to ensure launches are executable, supply-ready, and successfully delivered to market. The Launch Specialist is accountable for ensuring every launch has a credible, executable, and financially responsible path from commercialization readiness through stable supply.

The role partners closely with Product & Innovation (P&I) and New Product Launch Project Management teams, which own commercialization governance, integrated launch timelines, and cross-functional orchestration to achieve commercialization readiness. Following the Commercialization Readiness Gate, the Launch Specialist assumes primary accountability for operational launch execution, manufacturing readiness, inventory strategy, supply risk management, and launch stabilization activities.

This role plays a critical part in balancing customer service, manufacturing efficiency, inventory health, agility, and financial stewardship while supporting a rapidly growing global launch portfolio in a highly dynamic environment.

The position reports into the Supply Planning organization and is a key contributor to building scalable operational commercialization capabilities across Sol de Janeiro’s global supply chain.

What You’ll Be Working On

Operational Commercialization Leadership

• Own operational commercialization execution for launches from Commercialization Readiness through launch stabilization and transition into base business operations.
• Serve as the primary operational point of contact for all manufacturing supply chain planning and execution activities related to launches and product renovations.
• Partner with Product & Innovation

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anagement concepts including MOQs, lead times, safety stock, excess & obsolete inventory exposure, and production planning tradeoffs.

• Ability to proactively identify operational risks and drive mitigation planning across cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across functions and organizational levels.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and execution-oriented capabilities.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt quickly in a highly dynamic , highly entrepreneurial, growth environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a consistent track record of delivering against commitments and timelines.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, ERP systems (SAP preferred) , and supply chain planning tools.

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Salary Range
$100,000 — $125,000 USD

Why Sol de Janeiro?

• Competitive salary and bonus program for full-time team members
• Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
• Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
• The chance to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand

The information contained herein is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee, as these may change or new ones may be assigned at any time.

Sol de Janeiro is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People Experience Team at careers@soldejaneiro.com .

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