FusionPKG Head of R&D Formulation

AptarGroup, Inc.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AptarGroup, Inc. in Paramus, NJ, seeks a Head of Research & Development Formulation to lead FusionPKG BeautyLab's R&D, formulation, regulatory activities, and technical services supporting the company's formula business.

This senior role oversees laboratory systems, KPIs, and cross-functional alignment with Leadership, Commercial, Product Execution, Quality, and Formula Innovation. On-site in Paramus with relocation not offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in beauty, cosmetics, personal care, or related industries.
• 5+ years of experience leading an R&D, formulation, or laboratory team.
• Working knowledge of cosmetic formulation, product development, regulatory compliance, and commercialization.

Responsibilities

• Lead FusionPKG BeautyLab's R&D, formulation, regulatory, and technical activities.
• Build and maintain workflows, KPI reporting, and process improvement for the R&D function.
• Oversee formula development, stability, compatibility, scale-up, and commercialization support.
• Provide scientific expertise in customer meetings, innovation sessions, and technical presentations.
• Support pricing discussions through technical and formulation cost assessments.
• Provide technical guidance and feasibility recommendations on customer programs.
• Manage laboratory resources, suppliers, contract manufacturers, and technical partners.
• Support sustainability and PPWR readiness initiatives.

Skills

R&D leadership

Cosmetic formulation

Regulatory compliance

Customer communication

KPIs & workflows

Laboratory management

Job description

Position Summary

The Head of Research & Development Formulation leads FusionPKG BeautyLab's Research & Development function, including formulation development, regulatory activities, laboratory operations, and technical services supporting the company's formula business.

This role is a senior scientific and technical lead for the organization and is responsible for laboratory systems, KPIs, and cross-functional alignment with Leadership, Commercial, Product Execution, Quality, and Formula Innovation.

This is a full-time, in-person position based in Paramus, NJ. Candidates must be able to work on-site and should reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the Paramus location. Remote work and relocation assistance are not available for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead FusionPKG BeautyLab's R&D, formulation, regulatory, and technical activities.
• Build and maintain workflows, KPI reporting, and process improvement for the R&D function.
• Oversee formula development, stability, compatibility, scale-up, and commercialization support.
• Provide scientific expertise in customer meetings, innovation sessions, and technical presentations.
• Support pricing discussions through technical and formulation cost assessments.
• Provide technical guidance and feasibility recommendations on customer programs.
• Manage laboratory resources, suppliers, contract manufacturers, and technical partners.
• Support sustainability and PPWR readiness initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Formula Innovation: Leads formulation capabilities and scientific execution.
• Quality: Coordinates with quality and technical oversight functions to ensure products meet quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Product Execution: Supports launch readiness, commercialization, and manufacturing scale-up.
• Commercial Team: Provides technical expertise, pricing guidance, customer support, and feasibility assessments.
• Leadership Team: Provides visibility into R&D performance, resources, risks, and opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in beauty, cosmetics, personal care, or related industries.
• 5+ years of experience leading an R&D, formulation, or laboratory team.
• Working knowledge of cosmetic formulation, product development, contract manufacturing, regulatory compliance, and commercialization.
• Strong customer-facing communication and presentation skills.
• Experience building operational systems, KPIs, and business processes preferred.