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Research & Development Manager

John Paul Mitchell Systems

Castaic, CA 91310

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, or related field required
10+ years of hands-on experience in formulation, developing hair care or personal care products from concept to commercialization with an emphasis on reformulation
3+ years of experience leading and developing technical teams
Expertise in hands-on formulation of hair care or personal care products with an emphasis on reformulation
Proven track record of delivering reformulation projects tied to cost savings, compliance, and performance improvement
Strong understanding of raw material functionality, cost drivers, and substitution strategies
Deep knowledge of surfactants, conditioning systems, emulsions, polymers, and rheology modifiers
Experience transferring formulas from lab to manufacturing scale and troubleshooting scale-up challenges
Strong understanding of global cosmetic regulations (US, EU preferred) and compliance-driven reformulations
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities
Strong business acumen with ability to connect technical decisions to financial and consumer impact
Excellent communication skills with ability to translate technical data into clear business insights
Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills
Onsite in Santa Clarita, CA with up to 10% travel for Contract Manufacturer visits, validation, or lifecycle support