Skincare Formulations Manager

Our client is a leading consumer products organization focused on innovation, quality, and performance-driven skincare solutions, and is looking to hire a R&D Manager – Skincare for their Skincare division. The company is dedicated to developing high-quality products that meet evolving consumer needs while maintaining strong standards for formulation excellence, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance. Salary Salary/Hourly Rate: $90k - $120k Responsibilities Lead the development of innovative skincare formulations focused on ingredient performance, product efficacy, and emerging market Conduct hands‑on bench development and guide technical teams through formulation optimization activities Research and evaluate new ingredient technologies and formulation approaches Support commercialization activities including pilot batches, manufacturing transfers, and production trials Collaborate with Packaging, Quality, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Operations, and Product Management teams Ensure product stability, compatibility, and regulatory compliance standards are maintained Partner with Project Management teams to achieve development timelines and milestones Lead, mentor, and develop formulation scientists and technical staff Improve formulation and manufacturing processes to enhance scalability, efficiency, and product quality Support sustainability initiatives through formulation practices and ingredient selection Maintain relationships with suppliers, external laboratories, and manufacturing partners Stay current on skincare trends, ingredient technologies, and cosmetic regulations Required Experience / Skills 7–10 years of experience in skincare or consumer product innovation and formulation development Strong knowledge of skincare formulation science and ingredient technologies Experience with product commercialization, scale‑up, and manufacturing transfer processes Understanding of formulation stability, compatibility testing, and claims support Knowledge of cosmetic regulatory requirements and raw material compliance standards Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment Preferred Experience / Skills Experience working with treatment‑oriented skincare categories and sensitive skin products Experience with process optimization and manufacturing efficiency improvements Familiarity with sustainability initiatives and clean formulation practices Strong trend analysis and market awareness skills Proven ability to balance technical innovation with commercial objectives Education Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline Benefits Client‑provided benefits available #J-18808-Ljbffr Atrium