Senior R&D Formulator - Skincare
Davines Italia spa
Parma
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Azienda: Davines Italia spa Parma
Led by Chairman Davide Bollati and CEO Anthony Molet, the Group is headquartered in Parma at the Davines Group Village, alongside which stand the Scientific Garden and EROC - European Regenerative Organic Center - a research center focusing on regenerative organic agriculture stemming from a partnership with the Rodale Institute.
The Group became a B corp in 2016, and today has 8 subsidiaries, operates in 90 countries, and employs around 900 collaborators globally.
Since 2019, both the Italian and US subsidiaries have been Benefit Corporations.
JOB MISSION As part of the Research and Development and Innovation team, you will participate in the main development activities of the company's R&D laboratory, for formulation of multiple innovative galenics ranging, face and body from serum, cream, gel, lotions as well as suncare, for rinse off, leave on products sold in retail as well as professional networks through SP As.
The mission of this role will be to create and facilitate excellent and sustainable high-naturalness formulas in terms of functional and sensorial performance, working closely with product development and supply chain functions to ensure high quality delivery.
DESCRIPTION AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE Formulate and facilitate the development of innovative high-naturalness skin care products, line extensions and product improvements, according to the marketing plan and respecting the timing Identify and apply new and/or improved formulation technologies Collaborate as a key team member through strong communication skills and team spirit, and to contribute with innovative ideas to the company success Keep abreast with current market trends and interact with customers Research new concepts and product lines Define the specifications of products collaborating with the relevant departments Follow meetings with suppliers of raw materials in order to identify relevant and achievable innovations Interact with the scientific committee on a regular basis to share visions and thoughts Promote and impulse innovative ideas in term of raw materials formulas technologies and concepts Monitor and maintain quality control of formulations to ensure consistency with each batch and assure quality all along the development Effectively manage projects This role will report directly to the Skin Care Manager PERSON SPECIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS Minimum of 7 years’ experience in developing skin care formulations in structured and international cosmetic companies; Strong understanding of and passion for skin care formulations; Knowledge of the COSMOS referential, yuka and clean at Sephora; Experience with Natural based formulation and suncare; Bachelor/ Master’s degree in a scientific discipline; Able to communicate with the team to share knowledge and support competencies development; Able to work effectively in and across teams; Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to share and teach in the area of expertise; Ability to work independently and to drive a cross-functional project forward with minimum supervision; Refined creativity and strong comprehension and knowledge of basic nutrition is a valuable plus; Ability to work under pressure and on multiple tasks; High organizational and priority management skills; High interpersonal communication and relational competences; Strong flexible, precise and proactive attitude; Professional knowledge of Microsoft Software ( Especially Excel); English (both written and spoken) is mandatory.
Italian is a nice to have; The position is based in Parma ( Italy) EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY In Davines Group we celebrate diversity, and inclusiveness is a crucial pillar of our Ethical Chart.
For this reason, Davines Group does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, parental status or other non-merit factor.
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