Job Description

Job Title: R&D Supervisor/Manager

What We’re Looking For:

We seek an ambitious leader to guide our R&D team in developing and executing innovative product strategies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of exceeding goals and driving growth, with strong expertise in personal care and OTC product development.

How You’ll Fit In:

In this leadership role, you will oversee a dynamic team of chemists, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. You will enhance existing products and create new formulations based on market trends and consumer needs, using your technical knowledge to drive impactful solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor the R&D team, promoting a culture of excellence and collaboration.

• Research, formulate, and refine personal care product formulas for branded clients.

• Innovate new products by analyzing market and ingredient trends.

• Manage lab operations, ensuring timely project delivery and adherence to quality standards.

• Oversee documentation, including lab books, specifications, and certificates of analysis.

• Conduct project updates and maintain an organized lab schedule.

• Interface with customers, presenting R&D initiatives and updates.

• Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure compliance and robust quality control.

• Drive continuous process improvements and evaluate resources to meet business goals.

• Establish KPIs and performance metrics for the R&D team, conducting annual reviews and goal-setting.

Requirements:

• 10+ years in personal care and OTC formula development, with 8+ years in product innovation.

• Experience managing R&D teams in a medium to large contract manufacturing setting.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a track record of delivering innovative solutions.

• Excellent communication and team-building abilities.

• Background in organic and physical chemistry; preferred: Master’s degree in chemistry or related field.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

• 401K program

• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and impact in a $250B industry

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here ( for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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