Head of Research And Development

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Joining FACETOLOGY means becoming part of a dynamic beauty brand. We are a human-centric environment, driven by the purpose of enhancing quality of life through our products.

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Head of Research & Development , you will: Lead the full New Product Development (NPD) lifecycle from concept, formulation, testing, and validation through to mass production. Ensure all product development aligns with brand strategy, market trends, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. Drive innovation initiatives while maintaining feasibility in cost, timeline, and scalability. Oversee Quality Control (QC) systems to ensure consistent product quality across all stages of production. Ensure compliance with BPOM and relevant local/international regulations, certifications, and internal quality standards. Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions related to quality issues or consumer complaints. Lead packaging development to ensure functionality, safety, sustainability, brand alignment, and cost efficiency. Collaborate closely with Brand, Marketing, Supply Chain, and external vendors on packaging solutions. Evaluate packaging materials and suppliers to meet quality and regulatory standards. Act as the primary point of contact for toll manufacturers (maklon) and key vendors. Lead commercial negotiations including pricing, MOQs, lead times, and contractual terms to achieve optimal cost structure. Conduct regular performance evaluations and strategic reviews of maklon and vendors. Own and optimize COGS through formulation strategy, sourcing optimization, and effective vendor negotiation. Partner with Finance and Commercial teams to support pricing strategy and margin targets. Identify opportunities for cost reduction without compromising product quality or compliance. Build, lead, and develop a high-performing R&D organization with strong technical capability and business mindset. Collaborate cross functionally with Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Sales teams. Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on product, innovation, and portfolio decisions.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related fields, Master’s degree is a strong advantage. Minimum 10–15 years of progressive experience in Research & Development, New Product Development, or Product Innovation within Beauty, Personal Care, Cosmetics, or FMCG industries. Extensive experience working with maklon / toll manufacturers and external vendors, including strong pricing and contract negotiation exposure. Demonstrated people leadership experience at Head / Director level. Deep expertise in product formulation, quality systems Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills