Research & Development Assistant Manager

GEMINI BEAUTY RESOURCES (M) SDN. BHD.; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty resource firm in Malaysia is looking for a proactive Research & Development Assistant Manager to spearhead the KITSUI product pipeline. The role involves overseeing formulation projects, providing technical mentorship, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a strong background in FMCG and possess excellent project management skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead innovative beauty products from concept to market.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in R&D within the FMCG, skincare, or pharmaceutical sectors.
• Strong knowledge of formulation development and laboratory practices.
• Ability to manage technical projects and provide mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulation projects from concept through production.
• Provide expert technical guidance to R&D team.
• Coordinate with marketing and supply chain for project timelines.

Skills

Project management

Technical mentorship

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Data interpretation

Job description

Research & Development Assistant Manager

Are you ready to transition from bench executor to project leader? We are seeking a sharp, proactive R&D Assistant Manager to anchor the KITSUI product pipeline. This role is crucial for ensuring the timely, compliant, and cost-effective delivery of our next-generation beauty products to market. (FMCG / Skincare / Health Supplement / Pharmaceutical)

Responsibilities

• Lead Formulation Projects: Oversee the development life cycle of multiple complex Health, cosmetic and skincare products (serums, masks, creams) from concept brief through pilot-scale batch production.
• Technical Guidance: Provide expert technical mentorship and direction to R&D Execs/Technicians on bench-scale trials, troubleshooting formulation issues, and refining textures to meet performance and cost targets.
• Cross-Functional Management: Serve as the primary R&D liaison, coordinating aggressively with Marketing, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to ensure formula specifications, timelines, and launch requirements are met.

Quality, Stability, and Compliance

• Stability Program Ownership: Take full ownership of the accelerated and real-time stability testing programs. Interpret complex data (pH shifts, viscosity changes, sensory panel results) and authorize the final stability sign-off for market release.
• Regulatory Documentation: Direct the preparation and maintenance of comprehensive technical files, safety data sheets (SDS), and regulatory documentation required for global market submissions, ensuring adherence to all relevant standards.
• Lab Oversight: Oversee the R&D lab, ensuring stringent GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) compliance, managing the budget for raw material procurement, and guaranteeing a safe, audit-ready environment.