OverviewIn this role you will lead R&D; on cosmetic automatic pencils, transforming client needs into safe, effective formulations.
You will work within a cross-functional team to adapt existing formulas, test new blends, and ensure compatibility with production equipment and shelf life.
You will interface with Marketing and clients to align product identity and specifications.
This position offers scope to influence product development from concept to scale-up and industrialization, within a world-class cosmetic context.
ResponsabilitàResearch raw materials for cosmetics (botanicals, preservatives, fragrances, emulsifiers, surfactants, emollients)
Develop new products using existing formulas as templates
Test new formulas for safety and efficacy
Create safe, effective formulas leveraging chemistry and biology
Meet with clients to discuss needs and brand identity
Combine ingredients to achieve desired color and effects
Test product compatibility with production machinery and shelf-life stability
Manage feasibility and evaluate new projects
Prepare prototypes and monitor stability




Coordinate deliveries with commercial and marketing teams
Draft bills of materials (BOMs)
Scale up and industrialize products with production department
Requisiti fondamentaliAt least 3 years of experience in formulation of mechanical/automatic pencils
Degree in Chemistry / Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technologies / Pharmacy / Biology is a plus, but not mandatory
Fluent/Excellent knowledge of English
Good knowledge of / Ability to quickly learn materials and procedures
Strong organizational and self-management skills
High attention to detail and precision
Ability to work effectively in a team
Strong communication skills with internal and external clients
Ability to understand and interpret client requirements
Drafting reporting documentation to support created formulas (stability, compatibility, technical data sheets)
Strong organizational and self-management skills
Strong communication skills
Teamwork abilities
Formulation of mechanical/automatic pencils
Chemistry and biology knowledge
BOM drafting

📌 Senior R&D Formulator – Automatic Pencils (Bardi)
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