Global Head of R&D

The Global Head of R D leads the strategy and execution of product innovation, formulation, packaging development, regulatory compliance, clinical testing, and efficacy/claims substantiation to support the company’s global product portfolio from concept through commercialization.

Requirements

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Direct formulation development, testing, and optimization, including stability, package compatibility, PET, and safety assessments. Ensure completion of required testing, including drug stability, SPF, preservative efficacy, and other regulatory or performance validations. Provide technical leadership for troubleshooting formulation, manufacturing, and quality issues.

Maintain awareness of new raw materials, technologies, and formulation approaches through regular engagement with raw material suppliers and industry partners. Manage reformulation programs and formula updates Oversee lab maintenance through equipment calibrations, waste disposal, supplies, safety programs, and training. Commercialization Scale-Up Ensure successful transition from lab to manufacturing, including pilot batches, line trials, and first production.

Attend and oversee pilot runs, scale-up, and initial production to ensure product integrity and manufacturability. Support Operations and Supply Chain with manufacturing challenges, raw material changes, and vendor issues. Maintain strong working relationships with contract manufacturers, testing laboratories, and suppliers.

\ Meet regularly with current and prospective manufacturing partners to support innovation, cost optimization, and production capabilities.

for all countries and channels of distribution. Partner with Regulatory to confirm compliance for cosmetic, OTC, and nutraceutical with international markets. Ensure completion of safety assessments and required documentation prior to launch.

Oversee regulatory review of formulas, claims, artwork, and labeling. Support international product registrations, including China and other regulated markets. Lead technical support for global launches, including required testing, documentation, and compliance submissions.

Clinical, Claims Substantiation Support the design and execution of clinical studies, instrumental testing, and consumer testing. Ensure claims are substantiated through appropriate testing and documentation. Collaborate with product development and Marketing to develop accurate, compliant, consumer-facing language.

Provide technical interpretation of clinical results for internal, regulatory, and marketing use.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership Department Oversight Lead and manage the R D and Product Development department, including formulation, packaging, regulatory, clinical studies, and claim substantiation functions. Supervise and mentor direct reports across all sub-functions, ensuring alignment with company goals and development timelines. Establish department priorities, project timelines, and resource allocation to support business needs.

Manage departmental budget, external vendor spend, and testing costs. Partner with executive leadership to support long-term innovation strategy and product roadmap. Represent R D and Product Development in cross-functional, executive, and global meetings.

Product Development Formulation Oversee development of cosmetic, OTC drug, and nutraceutical products from concept through commercialization.