Fragrance&Home Care Formula Development Manager

Location:

Barcelona, ES, 08902

Team: Research and Development

Job type: Permanent

Puig is a major player in the worldwide fashion and beauty industry. We have a wide portfolio of well-known luxury brands across fashion, fragrance, makeup, skincare, and wellness. Founded more than 100 years ago, Puig is a family-owned company with a long-term commitment to our brands and stakeholders.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Manager of the category and leading a small team of Scientists, the Formula Development Manager is responsible for the development and launch of all new formulas launches for selected beloved brands. The scope includes hydroalcoholic fragrances and their line extensions/complements, from concept to industrialization.

What you'll get to do

Formulation

Develops high‑performing formulas for fragrances and line extensions, managing all steps from concept development to production.
Ensures formulation stability, performance, and commercial feasibility.
Guarantees that all required testing, validation, and documentation are completed on time to deliver a market‑ready product.
Contributes to the resolution of product or process-related issues, in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
Maintains continuous awareness of scientific and technological advances related to fragrance and cosmetic product development.
Proactively seeks new concepts, raw materials, technologies, technical opportunities, and partnerships for potential application in new products.

Management

Oversees projects led by team members, ensuring alignment with timelines, priorities, and quality standards.
Guides, supports, and develops team members’ technical and professional growth.
Proactively identifies process improvements and new ways of working to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Actively contributes to the overall organization and smooth functioning of the R&D department, collaborating closely with peers.

We'd love to meet you if you have

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in formula development within the fragrance and/or cosmetic industry

Education:

Master’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science or Chemical Engineering

Languages:

Spanish and English required. French would be a plus.

Competencies:

Strong oral & written communication skills
Excellent organizational & project management skills
Problem solving & decision-making skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment

We welcome Creators Of All Kinds. If you are unsure of meeting all the requirements but trust you have the transferable skills to excel in this role, complete the application and our teams will get in touch if you are selected for an interview.

A few things you'll love about us

An entrepreneurial, creative and welcoming work culture
A range of learning and development opportunities
An international company with plenty of opportunities to grow
A competitive compensation & benefits package

Puig is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Puig, we are continually looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences to join our team. We believe that creating an inclusive environment in which you feel welcomed, valued, engaged, and empowered strengthens our business and fosters a culture where we are inspired to work hard, challenge ourselves, and be innovative in our thinking. Additionally, we believe that the diversity of our employees makes us a stronger company and better able to serve our customers around the world.

Job Req ID: 30776

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