Colgate-Palmolive
Associate / Sr. Associate Scientist [Product Development - Personal Care / Home
Care] Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry or M.Pharma
Job Purpose:
The position drives execution of Personal & Home Care product development
programs for the assigned brands/region by actively partnering with the
commercial & supply chain and by introducing new innovative products which
cater to the unmet consumer needs, modifications to existing formulae and
simplification/harmonization of global bundles for the assigned geography, in
compliance to safety standards, defined quality standards, FDA norms and government
regulations. Additionally, this position also leads the technology transfer
process of new products from lab/pilot scale development to commercial
production phase at plants. Job Context
& Challenges: This role executes & supports complex product development
projects.
It develops and selects appropriate methods, tests and procedures.
Also develops and recommends product quality, process and/or packaging
specifications. The incumbent drives funding the growth (FTG) by exploring
potential opportunities to optimize cost through formula and process
optimization as well as identifying new vendors for quality ingredients
sourcing at low cost. As part of best place to work the incumbent needs to
support Quality and EOHS system implementation at India Global Technology
Centre. The incumbent needs to work closely with other GTC’s and
support/implement common programs. Within CP, the individual would interface
with various departments and functions such as Supply chain, Packaging,
Regulatory and Marketing/CIC so as to ensure timely completion of programs.
As
a part of Product Development, incumbent need to demonstrate ability to
innovate with minimal guidance and execute the assigned programs
independently. Functional linkages:
Internal: VPs/GMs, Department/Section Managers, Professional and Technical
staff, Peers in other Functions (Primarily Supply chain, Packaging, Regulatory
and Marketing)
External:
Government/Regulatory officials, Product Vendors/Suppliers Key Accountabilities:
Drive
sustainable business growth by continuously developing new innovative products
that meet consumer need.
Demonstrate
strong business acumen (end to end business understanding) by partnering
closely with commercial & supply chain functions to drive sustainable
business growth.
Gain thorough
understanding of personal & home care product portfolio and related
regulatory requirements for the assigned geography.
Gain
expertise of Personal care / Home care fundamentals and independently lead
pilot plant initiatives with strong focus on EOHS & Quality.
Independently
execute personal & home care projects from conceptualization to
implementation on the ground.
Constantly
identify opportunities to improve systems & processes which can improve not
just the product quality and safety but also improve speed to market for all
existing & new products. Initiate and Implement new ideas and programs in
the spirit of continuous improvement in R&D.
Build formal
& informal networks to constantly stay updated with new technology trends
and breakthroughs.
Leverage
Colgate’s performance management & development process to improve one’s own
performance & capability.
Lead supplier
qualification programs for raw materials & provide required support to
packaging material qualification programs.
Process
Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance to all relevant standards & processes.
Ensure accurate documentation of processes, test results and project output.
Experience: Essential: Industrial experience in formulation
development in FMCG or a Pharma company preferably in development of Oral Care
/ Personal Care / Home Care Products.
Should have a
Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry or M.Pharma (Demonstrate mastery of
Surfactant Chemistry, Fats & Oils)
Minimum 2 to
3 years of experience in Cosmetic / Pharma product development with a reputed
FMCG/Pharma company.
Highly Result
Oriented & Strong Analytical Ability
Experience in
preparation of supporting data related to new product launches/ Re-launches to
ensure smooth technology transfer to plant.
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