About the role
Working in the Prototyping Team and reporting to the Prototyping Formulation Manager, you will be part of the wider Formulation/Product Development Team in the R&D and Supply Chain function of the No7 Beauty Company.
You will collaborate with Formulation Technologists, Technicians, Raw Material Specialists, Formulators, Testing, Quality, Safety, Regulatory, Packaging, and Project Managers.
Key responsibilities include:
* Formulating skincare prototypes.
* Delivering projects within budget, QSR standards, and deadlines.
* Promoting scientific excellence through structured experimentation and data analysis.
* Innovating technical solutions for complex problems and providing clear scientific and business insights.
* Managing project formulation timelines and technical risks.
* Building strong relationships with research, manufacturing, and raw material suppliers.
* Designing and conducting consumer studies for prototypes.
* Contributing to team initiatives and projects.
Qualifications and skills
The ideal candidate will have a background in Cosmetic Formulation with at least 2 years of skincare or similar cosmetics formulation experience.
Required skills include:
* Effective time management.
* High technical accuracy.
* Strong collaboration skills.
* Sound scientific methodology and thinking.
* Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred but not essential:
* A degree in Chemistry or related scientific field.
* Completion of the Society of Cosmetic Scientists Diploma in Cosmetic Science.
* Experience with patent searches.
* Knowledge of cosmetics regulatory landscape.
* Experience with Suncare/SPF formulation.
Benefits include:
* Boots Retirement Savings Plan.
* Discretionary annual bonus.
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift cards.
* Benefits scheme including holiday buying, gym discounts, life assurance, activity passes, and more.
* Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health.
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