Senior Project Manager – International

E.L.F. BEAUTY

. Independently lead an agreed portfolio of cross-functional projects supporting International growth, focusing on new market, retailer and channel launches .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management capabilities, including integrated planning, risk management, and transition into operations, while effectively leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders to achieve successful market launches.

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Project ManagementGo-To-Market StrategyStakeholder EngagementRisk ManagementCommercial Awareness

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Hard Skills

Integrated PlanningRisk ManagementDependency ManagementProject DocumentationLaunch Readiness Coordination

Soft Skills

Confident CommunicationFacilitation SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsJudgementInfluencing Without Authority

Tools & Technologies

Project Planning ToolsReporting ToolsCollaboration Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Qualifications

Industry Keywords

Beauty IndustryConsumer GoodsRetail ChannelsMarket LaunchesCommercial Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently lead an agreed portfolio of cross-functional projects supporting International growth, focusing on new market, retailer and channel launches
Own integrated delivery from project definition through launch and transition into ongoing operations
Translate business priorities into achievable plans, challenge assumptions, resolve dependencies, and drive decisions and actions through completion
Develop and maintain integrated project plans covering deliverables, milestones, dependencies, resources, decision points, and launch readiness criteria
Engage functions early, clarify responsibilities, and secure agreement on scope, timelines, success measures, and delivery commitments
Lead stakeholder discussions and project forums, translating complex issues into recommendations and securing timely decisions and follow-through
Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies; coordinate mitigation and resolution; escalate with clear options and recommendations
Coordinate launch readiness across relevant functions
Track project costs, resource needs, and business case assumptions with Finance and functional owners
Provide reporting on progress, readiness, risks, and decisions while maintaining project documentation
Partner with Global Marketing Operations and other Global teams
Ensure effective transition into ongoing operations through ownership, handover documentation, and follow-up
Contribute to consistent governance and ways of working across International

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience independently leading complex, cross-functional projects involving multiple business functions and senior stakeholders
Experience delivering go-to-market projects, such as new market, retailer or channel launches, ideally within beauty, consumer goods or retail
Knowledge of the beauty industry, including consumer trends, retail channels and the commercial environment, is desirable
Strong project management capability, including integrated planning, risk and dependency management, governance and transition into operations
Ability to influence without direct authority, establish clear accountability and constructively challenge assumptions across teams
Confident communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to present clear recommendations and support timely decision-making
Commercial awareness and an understanding of how Marketing, Commercial, Supply Chain, Operations and enabling functions contribute to successful launches
Strong judgement and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, anticipate delivery challenges and prioritise competing demands
Experience working across markets, time zones and Global and regional teams, adapting delivery approaches to local requirements
Proficiency with project planning, reporting and collaboration tools, with a practical approach to documentation and data quality
Relevant project management qualifications are desirable; equivalent practical experience is welcome

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual company-based performance bonus, with employees eligible to earn up to 200% of their target bonus when company performance exceeds defined goals
Equity
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan
Gender neutral parental leave
Unlimited paid time off
Flexible time off
Year-round half-day Fridays
Hybrid 3 day in office, 2 day at home work environment