Formulation And Development Manager (Herbal/Natural products)

Job Title: Senior Officer and Assistant Manager _Formulation & Development (Herbal/Natural products)

Job Purpose

• Develop and optimize formulations across multiple dosage forms: liquids, powders, solids, and semi-solids.
• Conduct literature reviews and prototype development.
• Address and resolve technical queries related to formulations.
• Conduct stability studies and scale-up trials.
• Prepare field trial samples and support in validation and technology transfer.
• Ensure timely preparation of documentation required by the Regulatory department.
• Support Quality Assurance by troubleshooting marketing compliance issues.

2. Laboratory & Project Management

• Supervise daily lab operations and ensure efficient coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Plan and implement laboratory services while maintaining safety and operational efficiency.
• Ensure maintenance, calibration, and safety compliance of lab equipment.
• Support new product implementation at a commercial level.
• Handle documentation and inputs related to product registration and regulatory compliance.

3. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Coordination

• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate lab personnel.
• Lead and mentor the lab team for optimal performance.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment across departments.
• Manage responses to customer queries and complaints, particularly in the Nutraceutical domain.

4. Budgeting & Compliance

• Assist in managing the laboratory budget.
• Implement quality systems and health/safety protocols in accordance with company standards.
• Monitor compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in formulation and process development within the herbal/natural products domain.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory procedures, instrumentation, and safety protocols.
• Project management, documentation, technology transfer, and process validation.
• Experience in regulatory documentation, product registrations, and customer complaint handling.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy (M. Pharm) with specialization in Formulation preferred.
• Proven experience in herbal/nutraceutical product development.
• Experience in people development, quality assurance, and regulatory frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with product development life cycle from lab to commercial scale.

Opportunities at Natural Remedies

• Work in a state-of-the-art Research Center with an open and collaborative culture.
• Exposure to cutting-edge scientific technologies and global best practices.
• Be part of impactful projects in an international and diverse work environment.
• Continuous learning opportunities with experienced industry experts.