Remote Cosmetic Product Development Specialist

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote

Innovative products

Home office allowance

Global beauty company

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and scientifically-minded Remote Cosmetic Product Development Specialist to join a beauty brand, working from anywhere. You will conceptualize, formulate, and test new cosmetic products, collaborating with marketing, regulatory, and manufacturing teams to bring ideas to market remotely.

The ideal candidate has a strong cosmetic chemistry background, stays ahead of market trends, and can drive product innovation entirely online, contributing to growth from

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in cosmetic product development and formulation.
• Experience with cosmetic ingredients, formulation techniques, and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of global cosmetic regulations and compliance standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify emerging trends in cosmetic and skincare markets.
• Formulate new cosmetic products focusing on efficacy, safety, and consumer appeal.
• Oversee laboratory testing, stability studies, and efficacy trials.
• Collaborate with regulatory teams for compliance with industry standards.
• Work with marketing to align development with brand strategy and consumer needs.
• Manage product development timelines and budgets remotely.

Skills

Cosmetic chemistry

Cosmetic formulation

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Remote collaboration

Scientific writing

Education

Cosmetic Science degree

Chemistry degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and scientifically-minded Remote Cosmetic Product Development Specialist to join their innovative beauty brand, operating from Paarl . This role focuses on the conceptualization, formulation, and testing of new cosmetic products, all managed through a remote work setup. You will collaborate with marketing, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing teams to bring cutting-edge beauty products from ideation to market launch. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in cosmetic chemistry, a keen understanding of market trends, and the ability to drive product innovation entirely online, contributing to the company's growth from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify emerging trends in the cosmetic and skincare markets.
• Formulate new cosmetic products, focusing on efficacy, safety, and consumer appeal.
• Oversee laboratory testing, stability studies, and efficacy trials for new formulations.
• Collaborate with regulatory teams to ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Work closely with marketing to align product development with brand strategy and consumer needs.
• Manage product development timelines and budgets effectively in a remote setting.

Requirements

• Degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cosmetic product development and formulation.
• In-depth knowledge of cosmetic ingredients, formulation techniques, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with global cosmetic regulations and compliance standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-related bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunities to work on innovative and market-leading cosmetic products.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Be part of a forward-thinking and dynamic global beauty company.