Director of R&D | Skincare, Color Cosmetics & Personal Care

Dongguan Permanent RMB800,000 - RMB1,200,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a senior R&D head to drive product innovation, technical excellence, and team development for a fast-growing cosmetics OEM/ODM business. The role will oversee end-to-end product development, technology platforms, customer collaboration, and commercialization across multiple beauty categories.
  • Lead innovation activities
  • Shape the technology roadmap

About Our Client

A large-scale cosmetics OEM/ODM manufacturer serving renowned global and domestic beauty brands, with strong capabilities spanning formulation development, trend innovation, manufacturing, regulatory support, and supply chain integration.

Job Description

  • Define and build R&D systems, technical standards, formulation libraries, and development processes.
  • Lead new product development and formulation innovation across skincare, color cosmetics, and personal care categories.
  • Partner closely with brand customers to translate market needs into commercially successful products.
  • Drive scale-up, process optimization, and manufacturing transfer to ensure stable mass production.
  • Evaluate and introduce new ingredients, technologies, and supplier solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and product quality standards.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing R&D organization while strengthening technical capabilities and innovation culture.
  • Resolve complex formulation, production, and quality challenges to support business growth and operational excellence.

The Successful Applicant

  • Master's degree or above in Cosmetic Science, Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines.
  • 15+ years of cosmetics or personal care R&D experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role within an OEM/ODM environment.
  • Strong expertise in cosmetic formulations, ingredient technologies, scale-up, and manufacturing processes.
  • Deep knowledge of regulatory requirements, product registration, and quality standards.
  • Proven success in customer-facing technical projects and customized product development.
  • Strong leadership, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Fluent English with the ability to review technical literature and communicate in an international business environment.
  • Track record of developing successful, market-winning products is highly preferred.

What's on Offer

  • Strategic leadership role with high visibility and direct influence on business growth.
  • Opportunity to lead innovation for both global brands and emerging beauty players.
  • Broad product portfolio covering skincare, color cosmetics, and personal care.
  • Access to advanced ingredients, technologies, and international market trends.
  • Competitive remuneration package and long-term career development opportunities.
Contact
Lily Wen
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7081957
Phone number
+8675536350520

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Engineering Design, R&D and NPI
What is your area of specialisation?
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Dongguan
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lily Wen
Consultant phone
+8675536350520
Job Reference
JN-082026-7081957

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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