Key Responsibilities: ● Involved in all aspects of product formulation from the initial brief to final sign-off, and overseeing the manufacture of pilot batches and full-scale production.● Lead the development of robust, stable, and effective formulations for manufacturing at third-party manufacturers and in-house facilities. ● Formulate products and conduct research and analysis to support manufacturing operations, production, product, and process development. ● Develop new formulations as per business demands and innovation requirements. ● Have in-depth knowledge of skincare and hair care products. ● Manage and execute development work for new products and the improvement of existing products. ● Lead technology transfer and scale-up operations to manufacture products in-house or at outsourced manufacturers.● Conduct compatibility and product testing, shelf-life determination, process maintenance, and development. ● Maintain awareness of SOPs, cosmetic ingredients, GMP, and scale-up lab batches. ● Recommend ingredients and processes to improve the overall cost of each product and identify substitutes for raw materials. ● Responsible for research and development of new product formulations, from designing and formulating small batch lab prototypes to documentation, evaluation, and stability testing of a wide range of hair care products. ● Hands-on experience with surfactant-based formulations, in-depth knowledge of surfactants, conditioning agents, humectants, and different raw materials involved in hair care formulations. ● Provide technical leadership based on scientific principles for new products. ● Ability to work with ambiguity. ● Knowledge of regulatory and safety requirements for cosmetics. ● We are seeking a candidate who can bring technical leadership and innovation to our team, driving the development of cutting-edge personal care productsQualifications and Experience: ● B.Tech/M.Tech in Cosmetology, B.Sc./M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry, B.Pharm, M.Pharm. ● Relevant experience in the personal care industry is essential, particularly in skin and hair care.
Job Title
Manager R&D