We are looking for a science-trained marketing executive to support our formulation and derma / personal care portfolio. You will translate ingredient and product science into accurate, compliant and persuasive communication for doctors, dermatologists, chemists, distributors and our field team.
Key Responsibilities
- Support brand and product marketing plans for the portfolio, including skin care and face wash products.
- Prepare scientifically accurate promotional material: visual aids, detailing aids, product monographs, brochures, leave-behinds and digital content.
- Build product stories and claim-backed communication for face wash and skin care launches, based on ingredient science.
- Prepare ingredient-wise benefit sheets, FAQs and competitor comparisons (for example other kojic acid or glycolic acid face washes).
- Train and brief MRs, sales managers and counter staff on composition, mechanism of action, USPs and competitor positioning.
- Work with R&D, Regulatory and Quality teams so that all claims are substantiated and compliant with the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, the Cosmetics Rules 2020, BIS standards and ASCI guidelines.
- Carry out market research, competitor benchmarking and tracking of prices, launches and prescription or purchase trends.
- Coordinate with third-party manufacturing clients.
- Prepare MIS reports on campaign performance and field feedback.
Qualifications
- Essential: B.Sc Pharma or M.Sc Pharma.
- Also considered: B.Pharm, M.Pharm, or B.Sc / M.Sc in Chemistry or Life Sciences with a pharma background may also be considered.
- Advantage: MBA or PG diploma in Marketing / Pharma Marketing (not mandatory).
Experience Requirement
- 1 to 3 years: Hands-on experience in marketing, product promotion or field training for skin care, derma or cosmeceutical products (face wash, cleansers, brightening and anti-pigmentation products, or products with actives such as glycolic acid, kojic acid and botanical extracts).
- Freshers: Relevant exposure through an internship, project or dissertation in cosmetic science, formulation or dermatology, with strong knowledge of cosmetic ingredients.
Technical Knowledge (Must Have)
- Cosmetic formulation basics: surfactants (SLES, cocamidopropyl betaine), thickeners (Acrypol / carbomer), preservatives (phenoxyethanol), pH adjusters, colour and fragrance.
- Functions, benefits, usage and safety of actives such as glycolic acid (exfoliation) and kojic acid (pigmentation and brightening), and of botanical extracts such as green tea, rosemary and
- Ability to read an ingredients (INCI) list and explain it simply to doctors, chemists and consumers.
- Awareness of skin types and common concerns (acne, pigmentation, dullness, tanning) and the claims permitted for cosmetics.
- Sound base of pharmacology and formulation science from the Pharma degree.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Hindi.
- Confident presentation and training skills.
- Good command of MS Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
- Analytical mindset, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for field visits, conferences and events.
Industry - Pharma