Fragrance&Home Care Formula Development Manager

PUIG Deutschland GmbH; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Puig in Barcelona is seeking a Fragrance & Home Care Formula Development Manager to lead a small team of scientists and drive the development and launch of new formulas from concept to industrialization.

You will oversee formulation, stability, testing, and documentation, collaborating with R&D and cross-functional partners; fluent in Spanish and English, with a Master’s in Chemistry or related field and at least five years in fragrance/cosmetic formula development.

Formación

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in formula development within the fragrance and/or cosmetic industry.
• Master’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or Chemical Engineering.

Responsabilidades

• Develop high-performing formulas for fragrances and line extensions, from concept to production.
• Ensure formulation stability, performance, and commercial feasibility.
• Complete testing, validation, and documentation on time to deliver a market-ready product.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve product or process issues.
• Maintain awareness of scientific and technological advances related to fragrance and cosmetic product development.
• Proactively seek new concepts, raw materials, technologies, and partnerships for future products.

Conocimientos

Fragrance formulation

Project management

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality & compliance

Educación

Master’s degree in Chemistry

Cosmetic Science or Chemical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Fragrance&Home Care Formula Development Manager

Location: Barcelona, ES, 08902

Team: Research and Development

Job type: Permanent

Puig is a major player in the worldwide fashion and beauty industry. We have a wide portfolio of well-known luxury brands across fashion, fragrance, makeup, skincare, and wellness. Founded more than 100 years ago, Puig is a family-owned company with a long-term commitment to our brands and stakeholders.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Manager of the category and leading a small team of Scientists, the Formula Development Manager is responsible for the development and launch of all new formulas launches for selected beloved brands. The scope includes hydroalcoholic fragrances and their line extensions/complements, from concept to industrialization.

What you'll get to do

Formulation

• Develops high‑performing formulas for fragrances and line extensions, managing all steps from concept development to production.
• Ensures formulation stability, performance, and commercial feasibility.
• Guarantees that all required testing, validation, and documentation are completed on time to deliver a market‑ready product.
• Contributes to the resolution of product or process‑related issues, in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
• Maintains continuous awareness of scientific and technological advances related to fragrance and cosmetic product development.
• Proactively seeks new concepts, raw materials, technologies, technical opportunities, and partnerships for potential application in new products.

Management

• Oversees projects led by team members, ensuring alignment with timelines, priorities, and quality standards.
• Guides, supports, and develops team members’ technical and professional growth.
• Proactively identifies process improvements and new ways of working to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Actively contributes to the overall organization and smooth functioning of the R&D department, collaborating closely with peers.

We'd love to meet you if you have

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in formula development within the fragrance and/or cosmetic industry

Education:

• Master’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or Chemical Engineering

Languages:

• Spanish and English required. French would be a plus.
• Excellent organizational & project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment

A few things you'll love about us

• An entrepreneurial, creative and welcoming work culture
• A range of learning and development opportunities
• An international company with plenty of opportunities to grow
• A competitive compensation & benefits package

Puig is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Puig, we are continually looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences to join our team. We believe that creating an inclusive environment in which you feel welcomed, valued, engaged, and empowered strengthens our business and fosters a culture where we are inspired to work hard, challenge ourselves, and be innovative in our thinking. Additionally, we believe that the diversity of our employees makes us a stronger company and better able to serve our customers around the world.