Neuraleap Group
Website:
neuraleap.co
Company:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/neuraleapgroup
Seniority: Director
Industries: Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting
Job details:
Role Purpose
Segment: Baby care, Kids care, Color Cosmetics, Perfumery, Rx – Derma Range
This role is responsible not only for product formulation delivery but also for the development of new molecules, actives, and proprietary technology platforms that create sustainable differentiation for
The role demands a strong blend of deep technical expertise, commercial judgment, and execution speed.
Key Responsibilities
- Product & Formula Development (Core Ownership)
Own end-to-end formulation development across skincare, haircare, personal care, and color cosmetics:
Benchmarking (India & global), lab-scale formulation & Optimization for performance, cost, and scale.
Translate brand briefs into high-performing, scalable, and consumer-relevant formulas.
Drive fast prototyping and rapid iteration to support aggressive launch timelines.
Ensure Formulas Are Aligned With
Indian consumer needs, Clean / conscious beauty trends, Derma-led & performance-driven positioning
- New Molecules, Actives & Technology Development
Lead development of new molecules, active systems, and delivery technologies, including Novel active blends, Encapsulation & delivery systems, Texture & sensorial platforms, Preservation and stability
Innovations
Partner with Raw material suppliers, Global ingredient innovators, Research labs & technology partners
Evaluate and translate emerging cosmetic technologies into commercially viable products.
Build proprietary or semi-exclusive technology platforms that can be leveraged across multiple SKUs and brands.
Support IP generation, documentation, and claim substantiation for new technologies.
- Scale-Up, Manufacturing & Tech Transfer
Lead formula scale-up with contract manufacturers – Pilot batches, Trial runs, First commercial batches
Lead formula scale-up with contract manufacturers – Pilot batches, Trial runs, First commercial batches
Own tech transfer including SOPs, BMRs, Critical process parameters
Troubleshoot scale-up challenges related to Rheology changes, Sensory drift, yield loss, and Stability failures
- Regulatory, Safety & Compliance
Ensure All Formulations Comply With
Indian Cosmetics Rules (CDSCO)
Global regulations (ASEAN / EU / US where applicable)
Work Closely With Regulatory Teams On
Ingredient approvals
Safety & toxicology inputs
Claim substantiation support
Anticipate regulatory risks early to avoid launch delays.
- Costing, Margin & Commercial Viability
Own formulation-level costing and BOM accuracy.
Drive cost optimization while maintaining product performance.
Partner with sourcing and finance teams to Optimize raw material choices and Balance innovation vs. gross margin targets
Lead reformulation initiatives for cost-down or compliance updates.
- Team Leadership & Capability Building
Lead, mentor, and develop formulation teams.
Define Formulation SOPs, documentation standards, Stability & testing protocols
Build a strong internal knowledge base for actives, technologies, and formulations.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Brand & Marketing (claims, sensorials, storytelling), Packaging (compatibility, dispensing, sustainability), Quality, Regulatory & Supply Chain
Work closely with Brand & Marketing (claims, sensorials, storytelling), Packaging (compatibility, dispensing, sustainability), Quality, Regulatory & Supply Chain
Act as the technical authority translating consumer insight into executable innovation.
Skills & Competencies
Deep expertise in Emulsions, surfactants, anhydrous systems, Actives, delivery systems, preservatives
Strong understanding of Stability, compatibility, and scale-up science
Commercial acumen and execution mindset
Strong stakeholder management skills
Skills: color,cosmetics,innovation,formulation
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