• Application Deadline:
• Position: Research and Development Manager (Cosmetics Specialist)



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 8 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Research 
  
  

Job Summary

• We are looking for a smart and talented Research and Development Manager who can perform several important roles within our organization.


• You will be responsible for research, planning, and implementing new programs and protocols into our company.


• You will also be required to oversee the entire development process of new products and programs within the organization.


• Your active participation will be required from the initial planning phase to implementation or production.


• Additionally, you are required to keep track of all the costs related to the creation of these new products and decide what ideas are worth pursuing.


• You should also stay informed on what is happening in the research and development field at large to make sure the company is up-to-date and current with the most advanced R&D developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead key projects with R&D to support business goals.


• Develop research programs incorporating current developments to improve existing products and study the potential of new products.


• Understand customer expectations on to-be manufactured products.


• Determine and execute improved technologies used by suppliers, competitors, and customers.


• Support Director to hire and develop R&D personnel.


• Establish project goals and priorities by collaborating with Marketing and Operations.


• Transfer new technologies, products, and manufacturing processes into and out of the company.


• Research, design and evaluate materials, assemblies, processes, and equipment.


• Suggest training tools to enhance employee performance and skill development.


• Monitor team metrics and objectives ensuring meeting of goals.


• Document all phases of research and development.


• Manage customer relationships and perform RFP reviews, customer visits, and product testing.


• Establish and maintain testing procedures for assessing raw materials, in-process and finished products.


• Oversee complex research projects, analyze results and provide recommendations based on findings.


• Assess the scope of research projects and ensure they are on time and within budget.


• Be present at industry conferences on research topics of interest.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate should be a Graduate in Chemistry with at least 8 years’ experience within the cosmetics space.


• Must be proficient in the use of MS Office Software.


• Must be a Quality Control Manager or equivalent position.

Competencies:

• Strategic Planning


• Excellent Communication Skills.


• Understanding of Machine Control and Instrumentation.


• Knowledge of Production Planning Process.