Asst Manager - Product Development R&D - Personal Care - GIL (RPSG)

Position Overview

We are seeking an innovative and experienced Assistant Manager for Product Development to lead the creation, development, and launch of cutting-edge skin and hair care products. This role will oversee the end-to-end product developmentprocess from concept ideation to formulation, testing, scale-up and market launchensuring alignment with brand vision, consumer needs, and industry trends. The ideal candidate has expertise in cosmetic science and a passion for creating high-quality personal care products.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Innovation :

  Drive the development of new skin and hair care products by identifying market trends, consumer insights, and technological advancements. Collaborate with R&D and marketing teams to define product concepts and specifications.

• Project Management:

  Manage multiple product development projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including packaging, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs.

• Quality & Compliance:

  Ensure all products comply with global or local regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, BIS, EU Cosmetics Regulation) and internal quality benchmarks. Oversee stability testing, efficacy validation, and safety assessments.

• Vendor Collaboration:

  Partner with raw material suppliers, contract manufacturers, and external labs to source ingredients, troubleshoot formulation challenges, and support production scale-up.

• Market Launch Support:

  Work closely with marketing and sales teams to provide technical insights, product claims, and training materials for successful product launches.

• Scale-Up & Technology Transfer:

  Oversee the transition of formulations from lab-scale to full production, ensuring seamless technology transfer to manufacturing teams. Address technical challenges during scale-up to maintain product integrity and performance. Collaborate with plant teams to optimize processes and resolve scale-up challenges.

• Sustainability Focus:

  Incorporate sustainable practices and ingredients into product development, aligning with company goals and consumer demand for eco-friendly solutions.

Key Requirements:

• Education:

  Min of Masters degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic technology or a related field.

• Experience:

  Minimum of 6 -10 years of Hands-on experience in product development within the skin and hair care or personal care industry.

• Technical Expertise:

  Strong knowledge of cosmetic formulation, raw materials (e.g., surfactants, emollients, actives), manufacturing processes, claim studies, label requirements.

• Regulatory Knowledge:

  Familiarity with global cosmetic regulations and safety standards (e.g., FDA, EU, COSMOS, etc.).

• Analytical Mindset:

  Data-driven decision-maker with experience in interpreting consumer feedback, clinical testing results, and market research.

• Communication:

  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and manufacturing teams

• Plant Support Experience:

  Proven track record of working with manufacturing plants, conducting site visits, and providing technical support during production ramp-up.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with clean beauty, natural, or organic product lines.
• Background in sensory evaluation or consumer and claim testing methodologies.
• Understanding of packaging compatibility and design for personal care products.

Key Competencies:

• Innovation and creativity
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Time management and prioritization
• Team collaboration