Senior Hair Colour Chemist (AE960412B)

Premium Beauty Media; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Beauty Media is seeking an experienced chemist to lead the development of advanced hair colour formulations from concept to launch.

The role focuses on driving innovation, overseeing lab programs, and applying analytical methods to validate performance, quality and sustainability while mentoring the next generation of scientists.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or related discipline.
• Extensive experience in hair colour formulation and development.
• Proven track record of bringing products to market.
• Excellent leadership, communication and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of advanced hair colour formulations from concept to launch.
• Drive innovation by exploring new ingredients, technologies and trends.
• Oversee complex lab programmes to ensure performance and compliance.
• Apply analytical techniques to validate product efficacy and quality.
• Conduct patent searches and support new product opportunities.
• Work cross-functionally to align R&D with commercial goals.
• Provide technical leadership, coaching and mentorship.
• Identify opportunities to enhance processes, sustainability and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Mentorship

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Cosmetic Science

Job description

Are you an expert in hair colour formulation looking to lead innovation?

Ready to take ownership of projects and mentor the next generation of chemists?

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of advanced hair colour formulations from concept to launch
• Drive innovation by exploring new ingredients, technologies and trends
• Oversee complex lab programmes to ensure performance and compliance
• Apply analytical techniques to validate product efficacy and quality
• Conduct patent searches and support new product opportunities
• Work cross-functionally to align R&D with commercial goals
• Provide technical leadership, coaching and mentorship
• Identify opportunities to enhance processes, sustainability and efficiency

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or a related discipline
• Extensive experience in hair colour formulation and development
• Strong track record of bringing products successfully to market
• Excellent leadership, communication and strategic thinking skills