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FusionPKG Head of R&D Formulation

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Date: Sep 18, 2026

Location: Paramus, NJ, US, 07652

Company: Aptar Group

Position Summary

The Head of Research & Development Formulation leads FusionPKG BeautyLab's Research & Development function, including formulation development, regulatory activities, laboratory operations, and technical services supporting the company's formula business.

This role is a senior scientific and technical lead for the organization and is responsible for laboratory systems, KPIs, and cross-functional alignment with Leadership, Commercial, Product Execution, Quality, and Formula Innovation.

This is a full-time, in-person position based in Paramus, NJ. Candidates must be able to work on-site and should reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the Paramus location. Remote work and relocation assistance are not available for this position.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead FusionPKG BeautyLab's R&D, formulation, regulatory, and technical activities.
  • Build and maintain workflows, KPI reporting, and process improvement for the R&D function.
  • Oversee formula development, stability, compatibility, scale-up, and commercialization support.
  • Provide scientific expertise in customer meetings, innovation sessions, and technical presentations.
  • Support pricing discussions through technical and formulation cost assessments.
  • Provide technical guidance and feasibility recommendations on customer programs.
  • Manage laboratory resources, suppliers, contract manufacturers, and technical partners.
  • Support sustainability and PPWR readiness initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Formula Innovation: Leads formulation capabilities and scientific execution.
  • Quality: Coordinates with quality and technical oversight functions to ensure products meet quality, safety, and compliance standards.
  • Product Execution: Supports launch readiness, commercialization, and manufacturing scale-up.
  • Commercial Team: Provides technical expertise, pricing guidance, customer support, and feasibility assessments.
  • Leadership Team: Provides visibility into R&D performance, resources, risks, and opportunities.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in beauty, cosmetics, personal care, or related industries.
  • 5+ years of experience leading an R&D, formulation, or laboratory team.
  • Working knowledge of cosmetic formulation, product development, contract manufacturing, regulatory compliance, and commercialization.
  • Strong customer-facing communication and presentation skills.
  • Experience building operational systems, KPIs, and business processes preferred.


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