Manager R&D

Job Title: R&D Manager – Fragrance & Product Innovation

Location: Noida Sector- 85
Company: Vedic Cosmeceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Industry: Cosmetics, Personal Care, Cosmeceuticals
Department: Research & Development
Reporting to: Director – Technical / Operations Head
Experience Required: 8+ years in cosmetics or personal care product R&D with a strong background in fragrance development

About the Company:

Vedic Cosmeceuticals Pvt. Ltd. is a leading third-party manufacturer specializing in high-quality cosmeceutical and personal care products. With a strong commitment to innovation and compliance, we cater to domestic and international brands by offering customized product solutions across skincare, haircare, and body care categories.

Job Purpose:

To lead the R&D function in developing innovative, compliant, and market-relevant personal care and cosmeceutical products, with a strong focus on integrating fragrance development and customization. The role will oversee formulation development, fragrance integration, product stability, and regulatory compliance for third-party manufacturing clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Development & Formulation:
• Lead the end-to-end formulation process for skincare, haircare, and other personal care products.
• Innovate new product concepts based on market trends and client briefs.
• Customize products for third-party clients based on brand identity and positioning.
• Fragrance Development & Selection:
• Work closely with fragrance houses and suppliers to develop or select fragrances suitable for different product types.
• Evaluate olfactory performance in formulations to ensure product sensorial quality and fragrance stability.
• Maintain a database of fragrance evaluations and supplier samples.
• Client Interaction & Customization:
• Engage with third-party clients to understand product briefs and technical expectations.
• Provide technical presentations and solutions tailored to client needs.
• Stability & Compatibility Testing:
• Oversee stability, microbial, and packaging compatibility testing of new formulations.
• Ensure long-term performance of fragrance and actives in product matrices.
• Regulatory & Documentation:
• Ensure all formulations comply with local and international cosmetic regulations.
• Prepare PIFs (Product Information Files), ingredient lists, MSDS, and other documentation.
• Team Leadership:
• Lead and mentor the R&D lab team to execute formulations, pilot batches, and scale-ups.
• Foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence.

Key Skills & Requirements:

• Degree in Cosmetic Science, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in cosmetic R&D, with proven work in fragrance-led product development
• Strong knowledge of formulation chemistry, fragrance interactions, raw materials, and cosmetic trends
• Hands-on experience with third-party/private label product development
• Excellent communication, documentation, and project management skills
• Knowledge of regulatory norms such as BIS, EU Cosmetic Regulations, and FDA
• Familiarity with working alongside fragrance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹65,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person