Antal International
Website:
antal.com
Job details:
We’re Hiring | Associate Director – Formulation Development
Location: Mumbai - Vikhroli
Industry: Beauty / Personal Care
Join one of India’s fastest-growing digital-first beauty platforms, known for building high-impact private labels and exclusive brands across skincare, haircare, and cosmetics.
Backed by strong consumer insights and rapid innovation cycles, the organization is on a mission to create science-led, performance-driven beauty products tailored for Indian consumers.
About the Role
As an Associate Director – Formulation Development, you will lead end-to-end formulation innovation and execution, while also driving the development of proprietary actives, molecules, and technology platforms that create long-term brand differentiation.
MUST HAVE'S
- 10+ years in formulation development (skincare & haircare mandatory)
- Strong expertise in emulsions, surfactants, actives & delivery systems
- Experience in contract manufacturing & commercialization
- Ability to balance innovation with speed & commercial viability
- Qualification: M.Sc / MTech / PhD in relevant fields
What You’ll Own
- End-to-end product & formulation development across categories
- Development of new actives, delivery systems & technologies
- Benchmarking (India & global) and translating trends into products
- Leading scale-up, tech transfer & manufacturing readiness
- Driving cost optimization & margin alignment
- Ensuring regulatory compliance (India + global)
- Building and mentoring a strong R&D team
- Collaborating cross-functionally with brand, packaging & supply teams
Interested or know someone who fits?
Drop an email at dhara.chawda@antal.com
Click on Apply to know more.