Job Description
Job Title: Product Technologist – Cosmetics & Detergents
Location: Remote (occasional travel to Northampton)
Type: Permanent
SRG is partnering with a global FMCG product testing and certification company that provides industry-leading services across consumer product testing, certification, and consulting for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. They are currently seeking a Product Technologist to support regulatory compliance and product launch initiatives across cosmetics, personal care, and detergent/home care products. The role focuses on global market compliance, particularly for Australia and America, and involves close collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure Critical Path deadlines are consistently met
* Log product samples and verify they meet internal and regulatory quality standards
* Develop and implement regulatory strategies to support successful product launches in Australia and the United States
* Liaise with suppliers to gather technical data, regulatory documentation, and progress updates
* Implement and manage artwork and labelling strategies; perform meticulous documentation control
* Review and approve artwork in alignment with regulatory requirements and product specifications
* Conduct physical reviews of packaging to verify alignment with approved artwork and check for label accuracy
* Stay up to date with global regulatory changes and maintain market-specific compliance intelligence
* Prepare and submit documentation including Safety Data Sheets (SDS), dossiers, and other relevant regulatory filings
* Support ongoing compliance and renewals of existing product registrations
Requirements:
* Degree (or equivalent) in a scientific or technical discipline
* Proven experience in regulatory compliance for cosmetics, personal care, detergents or home care products
* Solid understanding of product formulation and development processes
* Strong knowledge of relevant product standards and regulations such as:
* CLP (Classification, Labelling and Packaging)
* REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals)
* The Detergents Regulation
* CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission – USA)
* Familiarity with PETA, Leaping Bunny, PIFs, artworks, and global market entry strategies is advantageous