Research And Development Manager

Company: F&B Cosmetics
Location: Smyrna
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Job Description:

Research and Development ManagerThe R&D Manager is responsible for developing and executing new product development, as well as identifying, developing, and executing improvements for current products in a GMP manufacturing environment. The R&D Manager will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver new products to our customers in the timeframe expected. The R&D Manager also works with the Operations department to ensure consistency in product quality.Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in R&D
• 2+ years of experience in GMP; cosmetics or similarly regulated industry
• Experience successfully negotiating with suppliers
• Proven experience managing/driving comprehensive R&D-related projects from inception to completionTasks/ Responsibilities -
  • Manage and develop the R&D process with the goal of meeting or exceeding all deadlines and expectations.
  • Develop new innovative products and existing product improvements.
  • Conduct market research and evaluate similar products and their functions.
  • Monitor key product analytics to inform development priorities and provide direction as to relevant customer segments to target for research.
  • Manage the new concept development and production scale up process.
  • Accurately maintain R&D project records, proactively providing status reports as required.
  • Collaborate with Operations and other teams to achieve project objectives.
  • Manage raw materials, including supplier relationships and negotiations.
  • Source new ingredients to aid in the innovation process.
  • Create design projects and specification sheets.
  • Manage and launch entire product development lifecycle and go-to-market roadmap.
  • Identify and champion quality and process improvement opportunities.
  • Keep current with changes in technologies and regulations that impact our business.
  • Review critical data involving product and ingredient concerns and resolve issues to support company business objectives.
  • Other duties may be assigned.Skills
    • Experience managing Branded or Private Brand R & D or Commercialization process and development.
    • Strong time management, planning and analytical skills.
    • Strong computer usage skills, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ERP system.
    • Professional written and verbal communication skills, with excellent client facing skills (external) and the ability to communicate at all levels within the organization (internal).
    • Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
    • Ability to learn our business, be a team player and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment.
    • Strong problem solving/decision-making skills, interpersonal skills, and analytical capabilities.
    • Good general understanding of business and financial principles.
    • Demonstrated work ethic, integrity, and professional conduct.
    • Understands the need for confidentiality in sensitive employee situations and in other business instances, when required.
    • Adaptable, flexible, detail-oriented, creative, innovative thinker
    • Process focused
    • Team oriented
    • An organized problem solver, able to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environmentTools/Equipment
      • Viscometer
      • pH meter
      • Microsoft Office

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