B&W Hair

Job Opportunity: B&W Hair & Skin Care Product Designer
Location: Mumbai, India

Role Overview:
This position leads R&D interventions for Hair & Skin product development and regulatory compliance across India & Nepal BU. It involves end-to-end ownership of product development, from concept to deployment, in close collaboration with global R&D and cross-functional teams. driving superior consumer experiences and impactful innovations

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-End Product Development: Lead formulation, pilot trials, stability testing, and main plant trials for Dove Hair & Skin products.

• Regulatory & Safety Compliance: Collaborate with SEAC and regulatory teams to ensure consumer safety and timely approvals.

• Innovation Delivery: Partner with global R&D and cross-functional teams to launch compliant, high-performing products.

• Strategic Savings: Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within the R&D framework.

• Technology Adaptation: Leverage the Maximising Technology Impact toolkit to elevate Dove's B&W portfolio.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with brand, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure seamless innovation landing.

• Project Management: Drive rigor, risk mitigation, and safety across all project phases while managing stakeholder expectations.

Requirement:

• Education: BSc with relevant experience, or B Tech/M Tech in Chemical Engineering or Cosmetic Technology.

• Experience: Minimum 2 years in product development or R&D roles.

Skills:
Technical & Scientific Skills

• Formulation Expertise: Deep understanding of surfactants, emulsifiers, active ingredients, and sensory attributes in hair and skin care.

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret lab data, stability results, and consumer test outcomes to guide product decisions.

• Process Engineering: Familiarity with scale-up processes from lab to pilot to main plant trials.

• Regulatory Acumen: Knowledge of India & Nepal cosmetic regulations, labeling norms, and safety standards.

• Sustainability Awareness: Experience with green chemistry principles and sustainable ingredient sourcing.

Project & Innovation Management

• Innovation Pipeline Management: Ability to manage multiple projects across different stages of development.

• Digital R&D Tools: Proficiency in using digital platforms for specification management, formulation tracking, and project documentation.

• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Skilled in identifying technical risks and implementing mitigation strategies early in development.

Collaboration & Communication

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to work with marketing, supply chain, quality, and regulatory teams.

• Global Coordination: Experience working with global R&D teams to adapt and deploy technologies locally.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal skills to influence and align with internal and external partners.

Personal Attributes

• Curiosity & Learning Agility: Eagerness to explore new technologies and adapt to changing market needs.

• Resilience & Flexibility: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Ownership & Accountability: Strong sense of responsibility for project outcomes and timelines.

ur commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
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