R&D Associate, Germ Protection- Bar Soap Delivery

This role of Category R&D Associate is to support the development of NPD, EPD & BDI initiatives based on relevant consumer insights for the  bar soap format.

The R&D Associate will be responsible for formulation development, analytical testing and project planning to ensure all project milestones are met as per timelines.

Lead regional technical developments on key  bar soap  initiatives for Reckitt’s Dettol brand by leveraging prior experience/expertise to help drive pipeline growth.
Oversee a small technical team on all aspects of development including bar soap formulation, processing, manufacture/scale-up and R&D capability in region.
Develop technical plans to meet project brief objectives and conduct all technical testing to ensure high quality output & impact.
Initiate and leverage partnerships with local and global raw material suppliers to deliver existing and new  bar soap  innovation needs.
Work with R&D colleagues, regulatory and marketing to support and validate new  bar soap  claims.
Partner with supply and quality to conduct all required industrial trials to ensure successful delivery; issue trial reports with findings/recommendations.
Build a cohesive, motivated and professional team with a result-oriented culture, where personal responsibility/initiative, teamwork, and mutual respect are key.
Be responsible for the development of his/her colleagues to enable them to achieve their full potential including formulation development experience on GP PC segments.
Responsible for ensuring that all development activity within the team conforms to health & safety and quality requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree (Chemistry, pharmacy, chemical engineering or other relevant field of science).

EXPERIENCE
Minimum 5-10 years R&D experience with a proven track record of delivery.

Experience of working in cosmetic formulation environment is desirable.
Strong technical background in  bar soap  formulation and processing.
Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to work in a cross functional environment including marketing, supply, procurement, regulatory, clinical and legal team
Oral & written communication skills to effectively provide feedback to reporting manager and cross functional team members.
Global mindset, commercial understanding of corporate & operational business issues.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to think strategically, develop tactics and measurable implementation plans and able to transform solid thinking into action.