Location: Option to work in any of our laboratories located in Spain, in the provinces of Valencia (Aztaneta d'Albaida) and Tarragona (Ulldecona).We are seeking a talented and experienced Hair Care Formulation Manager to join our Research and Development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in formulating hair care products and will be responsible for leading new product development projects from conception to launch. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance our hair care product line.Responsibilities:Team leadership and management: oversee, mentor, and motivate a team of 5-6 professionals, fostering a positive and productive work environment.Goal setting and performance management: define objectives, monitor progress, and ensure the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs).Talent development: identify strengths and areas for growth within the team, providing training and professional development opportunities.Collaboration and cross-functional coordination: work closely with other departaments, including RD, marketing, quality, regulatory and sales teams to align strategies and drive innovation ensuring successful product launches.Market insights and innovation: stay up to date with the latest hair care trends, ingredients, and technologies, identifying new business opportunities.Formula development: create and develop new hair care product formulations, including shampoos, conditioners, treatments, and styling products.Testing and evaluation: conduct laboratory tests and evaluate the performance, stability, and safety of formulations.Documentation and compliance: Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations and customers policies.Scale up: define and perform scale up pilot trials in collaboration with engineering, quality and production.Requirements:Education: PhD or MSc in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related field.Experience: minimum of 10 years of experience in hair care product formulation.Technical knowledge: strong knowledge of formulation chemistry, product stability, and testing methodologies.Analytical skills: ability to analyze data and solve complex formulation problems.Communication: excellent verbal and written communication skills.Creativity and innovation: ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutionsLanguages: proficiency in English or Spanish, both written and speaking.We Offer:Competitive Salary: attractive salary package and additional benefits.Professional development opportunities: access to continuous training and growth opportunities within the company.Collaborative work environment: a dynamic and collaborative work environment with passionate professionals.We are a #PeopleFirst company where people are the key to success. We form a great, young, and international team with the attitude and drive to change things and achieve excellence, while staying true to our values: Leadership, Responsibility and Sincerity, Teamwork, Efficiency, and Innovation.