Research and Development Manager (Cosmetics Specialist) at Givanas Group

JOB TITLE: Research and Development Manager (Cosmetics Specialist)

JOB DETAILS:

• We are looking for a smart and talented Research and Development Manager who can perform several important roles within our organization.
• You will be responsible for research, planning, and implementing new programs and protocols into our company.
• You will also be required to oversee the entire development process of new products and programs within the organization.
• Your active participation will be required from the initial planning phase to implementation or production.
• Additionally, you are required to keep track of all the costs related to the creation of these new products and decide what ideas are worth pursuing.
• You should also stay informed on what is happening in the research and development field at large to make sure the company is up-to-date and current with the most advanced R&D developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead key projects with R&D to support business goals.
• Develop research programs incorporating current developments to improve existing products and study the potential of new products.
• Understand customer expectations on to-be manufactured products.
• Determine and execute improved technologies used by suppliers, competitors, and customers.
• Support Director to hire and develop R&D personnel.
• Establish project goals and priorities by collaborating with Marketing and Operations.
• Transfer new technologies, products, and manufacturing processes into and out of the company.
• Research, design and evaluate materials, assemblies, processes, and equipment.
• Suggest training tools to enhance employee performance and skill development.
• Monitor team metrics and objectives ensuring meeting of goals.
• Document all phases of research and development.
• Manage customer relationships and perform RFP reviews, customer visits, and product testing.
• Establish and maintain testing procedures for assessing raw materials, in-process and finished products.
• Oversee complex research projects, analyze results and provide recommendations based on findings.
• Assess the scope of research projects and ensure they are on time and within budget.
• Be present at industry conferences on research topics of interest.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate should be a Graduate in Chemistry with at least 8 years’ experience within the cosmetics space.
• Must be proficient in the use of MS Office Software.
• Must be a Quality Control Manager or equivalent position.

Competencies:

• Strategic Planning
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Understanding of Machine Control and Instrumentation.
• Knowledge of Production Planning Process.

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