R&D Technical Project Manager I

About This Role

This R&D Technical Project Manager role involves joining a dynamic and evolving Research and Development team, innovating and implementing brand-relevant personal care and beauty products. The ideal candidate brings strong scientific knowledge, project management skills, and the ability to collaborate, solve problems, and achieve results in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess and communicate challenges and risks in formula stability, compatibility, and microbiology for low complexity projects
• Troubleshoot issues and map out action plans for resolution with manager support
• Mobilize appropriate teams needed to achieve results
• Complete all relevant commercialization milestones on time and accurately
• Report development challenges that may jeopardize timelines
• Provide risk assessments and status updates to internal teams and managers
• Maintain project trackers to ensure they are well-organized, accurate, and current to enable visibility, efficiencies, and historical findings
• Collaborate with Product Fragrance Development, Formula Data Integrity, Regulatory, Safety, Engineering, Operations, and Packaging partners to drive project success
• Lead deliverables from key Fragrance Houses and Contract Manufacturers
• Support supply chain and cost savings activities by approving alternate raw materials based on specific chemistries and functions
• Actively participate in weekly commercialization, cross-functional, and internal team meetings
• Provide project updates, discuss findings, and share ideas
• Build and maintain relationships within R&D and across cross-functional teams through onboarding activities, regular touchpoints, and alignment meetings

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in R&D or a raw materials applications laboratory
• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel for data entry, organization, and basic analysis
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of organization
• Able to manage time effectively and maintain focus in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and adaptability to change
• Good verbal, written and presentation communication skills
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates initiative and a strong work ethic
• Shows curiosity and a commitment to learning
• Takes ownership and is receptive to feedback

Nice to have:

• Experience in personal care, skincare, makeup, or haircare
• Experience in Project Management

Education