JOB DESCRIPTIONPosition DetailsParticularsDetailsJob TitleSr. Manager / Manager – D2C FormulationsDepartmentR&I; – Research & InnovationFunctionFormulations / Product DevelopmentNo. of Positions1Job LocationKolkataExperience8–12 yearsRelevant ExperienceSkin Care & Hair Care Formulation DevelopmentReporting ToSr. Manager – D2C Program Management – Formulations1.

ROLE OVERVIEW The incumbent will be part of the R&I; function and will be responsible for managing the end-to-end product development cycle for D2C Skin Care and Hair Care formulations.

The role involves independently managing formulation development projects, identifying innovative technologies and ingredients, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely delivery of products aligned with consumer, business, quality, regulatory, and commercial requirements.

1. KEY RESPONSIBILITIESA. Formulation Development & Product Innovation

- Lead the end-to-end development of Skin Care and Hair Care formulations for D2C products.
- Independently manage formulation development, laboratory trials, evaluation, scale-up, and commercialization.
- Identify and evaluate latest technologies, formulation approaches, and novel ingredients relevant to the Personal Care category.
- Continuously develop and update the ingredient and formulation technology library through interactions with suppliers, manufacturers, and industry partners.
- Understand raw materials, their performance characteristics, and their correlation with end-use applications.
- Develop formulations across relevant Skin Care, Hair Care, and Cleansing formats.
- Support formulation-related troubleshooting and product improvement initiatives.

B. Project Management
- Independently manage and coordinate fast-tracked formulation development projects across Business, Innovation, Cost Saving, and D2C initiatives.
- Ensure timely execution and delivery of assigned projects in line with business timelines.
- Lead coordination across R&I;, Marketing, Brand, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Regulatory, Quality, and other relevant functions.
- Track project progress, identify potential risks,



and communicate issues and mitigation plans to stakeholders in a timely manner.
- Coordinate activities related to technology transfer, scale-up, manufacturing, and commercialization.

C. Consumer & Brand Collaboration
- Work closely with Brand and Marketing teams to understand consumer needs, benefit spaces, product propositions, and claims.
- Translate consumer and business requirements into robust formulation and technology solutions.
- Support product claims through appropriate technical, clinical, safety, and efficacy studies.
- Stay updated on national and international Personal Care trends, technologies, and consumer expectations.

D. Quality, Testing & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure formulations meet defined quality, safety, performance, and stability requirements before commercialization.
- Ensure products undergo appropriate environmental, accelerated stability, performance, and panel evaluations.
- Support compliance with applicable Indian and global Cosmetic and Ayurvedic regulations, wherever relevant.
- Anticipate potential regulatory challenges and provide appropriate technical solutions during product development and throughout the product lifecycle.
- Ensure appropriate specifications are established for Raw Materials (RM) and Finished Goods (FG).

E. Cost Optimization & Procurement Support
- Support formulation-related cost-saving and cost-optimization initiatives.
- Identify alternate raw materials and suppliers offering the required quality at competitive costs.
- Work with Procurement/Purchase and other stakeholders to evaluate and qualify alternate raw materials.
- Ensure formulations are commercially viable through appropriate cost and financial evaluations.
- Support DTV/Cost Saving projects and obtain necessary stakeholder approvals.

1. KEY STAKEHOLDER INTERFACES

The role will require regular interaction with:




- R&I; / R&D;
- Marketing & Brand Teams
- Operations / Manufacturing
- Supply Chain
- Procurement / Purchase
- Quality
- Regulatory Affairs
- External Suppliers
- Third-Party Manufacturers
- Clinical / Safety Teams
- Other Cross-Functional Stakeholders

1. REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

- Strong expertise in Skin Care and Hair Care formulation development.
- Strong understanding of raw materials, formulation technologies, and their applications.
- Experience in end-to-end Product Development and Project Management.
- Ability to independently manage multiple projects and meet aggressive timelines.
- Knowledge of formulation testing, stability studies, product evaluation, and commercialization.
- Understanding of Indian and global regulatory requirements for Personal Care products.
- Strong cross-functional stakeholder management skills.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Commercial understanding of formulation cost, raw materials, and supplier management.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and innovation-driven environment.

1. EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

- 8–12 years of relevant experience in R&D; / Product Development / Formulation Development.
- Strong hands-on experience in Skin Care and Hair Care formulations is mandatory.
- Experience in the Personal Care / FMCG / Cosmetics / Beauty & Wellness industry would be preferred.
- Experience in independently managing end-to-end formulation projects is highly desirable.
- Candidates should possess strong managerial, communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

1. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

- Proactive and result-oriented approach.
- Strong ownership and accountability.
- Cooperative and cross-functional mindset.
- Ability to work under tight timelines.
- Innovation-oriented and consumer-focused.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Professional, approachable, and positive personality.

Preferred Candidate Profile One candidate | 8–12 years | Skin Care & Hair Care Formulation | End-to-End Product Development | D2C / Personal Care | Kolkata

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