Cosmetic Formulator & Product Development Specialist

LS Global; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LS Global in Melbourne is seeking a Cosmetic Formulator/Product Development Coordinator to drive product development from concept to market. You will formulate and reverse-engineer skincare products, source materials, and ensure compliance with GMP and COSMOS/Ecocert standards as you prepare for global launches.

Collaborate with marketing, design, and production, manage documentation, registrations, and data in the ERP, and contribute to high-quality, innovative products for a worldwide market.

Qualifications

• Experience in skincare/formulation development and GMP is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills to simplify data for practical use.
• Able to manage multiple projects with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication across departments and external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and reverse-engineer products per project briefs.
• Source raw materials locally and internationally to balance cost and quality.
• Manage product development timelines and ensure GMP/regulatory compliance.
• Produce lab-scale batches and assist scale-up to manufacturing.
• Conduct stability tests and prepare assessment reports.
• Oversee global product registrations and ensure multi-market compliance.
• Maintain product documentation (MSDS, specs, master formulations).
• Enter approved formulas into ERP and manage NCRs.
• Ensure OH&S compliance in the lab.

Skills

Cosmetics formulation

R&D

Quality control

GMP

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

ERP system

Regulatory databases

Job description

LS Global in Melbourne is seeking a Cosmetic Formulator/Product Development Coordinator to drive product development from concept to market. You will formulate and reverse-engineer skincare products, source materials, and ensure compliance with GMP and COSMOS/Ecocert standards as you prepare for global launches.

Collaborate with marketing, design, and production, manage documentation, registrations, and data in the ERP, and contribute to high-quality, innovative products for a worldwide market.