New Product Development Manager(Beauty)

YesMadam; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Yes Madam is seeking an agile, hands-on Manager – Research & New Product Development (R&D / NPD) to lead end-to-end formulation research, bench testing, and nationwide service deployment of premium at-home salon treatments. This role bridges international skincare innovations with cosmetic chemistry, stability testing, and scalable field execution.

The ideal candidate will oversee cross-functional teams, craft SOPs and dosage charts, and drive training programs for beauticians, leveraging

Qualifications

• 4–7+ years in skincare formulation, testing, and service development.
• Excellent English and Hindi communication for operational workflows.
• Experience in training beauticians and creating SOPs.
• Degree/diploma in cosmetic technology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Direct cosmetic R&D formulation and bench testing with internal labs and external manufacturers.
• Track global skincare trends and adapt actives for local Indian skin profiles.
• Engineer end-to-end service protocols for facials, manicures, pedicures with SOPs and dosage charts.
• Design sensory mapping and efficacy trials across diverse skin types.
• Conduct masterclasses and film training modules for technicians and beauty methods.
• Collaborate with Brand Marketing, Regulatory QA, and Supply Chain to pilot and scale treatments.

Skills

Bilingual English/Hindi

Cosmetic formulation

Lab bench testing

SOP drafting

Beautician training

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Cosmetic Technology / Formulation Science / Cosmetology (CIDESCO / CIBTAC or equivalent)

Job description

Yes Madam is looking for an agile, hands-on Manager – Research & New Product Development (R&D / NPD) to lead the end-to-end formulation research, lab bench testing, and nationwide service deployment of premium at-home salon treatments. This role bridges international skincare innovations (specifically K-Beauty layered hydration and J-Beauty precision techniques) with cosmetic chemistry, rigorous stability/efficacy testing, and scalable field execution.

Role Summary

Yes Madam is looking for an agile, hands-on Manager – Research & New Product Development (R&D / NPD) to lead the end-to-end formulation research, lab bench testing, and nationwide service deployment of premium at-home salon treatments. This role bridges international skincare innovations (specifically K-Beauty layered hydration and J-Beauty precision techniques) with cosmetic chemistry, rigorous stability/efficacy testing, and scalable field execution.

Key Responsibilities

• R&D Formulation & Bench Testing: Direct cosmetic research and evaluate bench samples, pilot batches, and raw materials alongside internal labs and external third-party manufacturers. Assess formula stability, pH levels, active delivery, texture/slip, fragrance longevity, and patch/irritation safety under in-home usage conditions.
• Global Trend Intelligence & Adaptation: Track international clinical advances, DTC trends, and salon breakthroughs across South Korea, Japan, and Western markets. Adapt emergent ingredients (actives, barrier-repair lipids, peptides, botanical ferments) for Indian skin profiles.
• Treatment Architecture & SOPs: Engineer end-to-end service protocols for specialized facials, cleanups, manicures, and pedicures. Draft clinical SOPs, active ingredient dosage charts, contraindication matrices, and pre/post-care regimens.
• Sensory & Blinded Efficacy Trials: Design structured sensory mapping and efficacy trials across diverse skin types to benchmark product performance, ease of removal, and skin tolerance against market leaders.
• Beautician Training & Video Enablement: Conduct hands-on masterclasses and evaluate technician fidelity on signature massage techniques and aesthetic tools (LED, ultrasonic, cryo globes). Direct and film step-by-step digital training modules and quick-reference cards.
• Cross-Functional Commercialization: Collaborate with Brand Marketing, Regulatory QA, and Supply Chain to seamlessly pilot, scale, and iterate on treatments based on field quality metrics and customer feedback.

Core Competencies

• Cosmetic Science & Formulation: Deep understanding of cosmetic chemistry, ingredient compatibility (AHAs/BHAs, Retinol, Vitamin C, Peptides, Niacinamide), stability/preservative testing, and raw material sourcing.
• Skincare & Facial Therapy: Multi-step K-Beauty glass-skin hydration, J-Beauty lymphatic drainage/facial contouring, and advanced peel/exfoliation handling.
• Hand, Foot & Tool Care: Manicure/pedicure formulations (masks, chemical peels, cuticles, body butters), medical-grade sanitation, and modern handheld salon tools.
• Documentation & Training: SOP authoring, clinical safety frameworks, on-camera technical demonstration, and field-force upskilling.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

• Education: Degree/Diploma in Cosmetic Technology, Formulation Science, Cosmetology, Beauty Therapy (CIDESCO / CIBTAC or equivalent), or related aesthetic/dermatological disciplines.
• Experience: 4–7+ years of hands-on experience spanning skincare formulation/testing, salon service development, and beautician training.
• Skills: Strong bilingual communication (English & Hindi) with the ability to translate scientific concepts into simple operational workflows.