Global Innovation Specialist - Colour at Avon

What you'll be doing:

• As a Global Innovation Specialist in the Makeup category, you’ll help bring breakthrough beauty innovations to life. Working with chemists, designers, and engineers around the world, you’ll support the development of trend-led product launches across Avon’s core brands. You’ll play a key role in managing projects through the NPD process, ensuring they meet quality standards, align with market needs, and are delivered on time. Your work will help shape the future of beauty at Avon and deliver standout experiences for our consumers.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting the development of A and B* product launches, using insights from market, financial, and consumer data
• Collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to push innovation and exceed expectations
• Managing project timelines, tracking milestones, and ensuring alignment with commercial teams
• Conducting competitor reviews and performance analysis to inform strategy and protect market share
• Supporting portfolio planning and helping shape the right product mix for key markets
• Providing recommendations on product changes and market alignment
• Assisting with meeting preparation, market deep dives, and cross-functional coordination

What we're looking for:

• A degree in marketing, business, or a related field is preferred
• 1–2 years of experience in a marketing or product development role, ideally within beauty or a similar category
• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects
• A proactive mindset and a passion for innovation
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work across teams and functions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working in a fast-paced environment