Research And Development Manager

Job Title: Application Development Manager, Personal & Home Care

Position Overview:

Caldic is seeking an experienced and innovative Application Development Manager to lead formulation development and technical application activities within the Personal & Home Care (PHC) business.

The role is focused primarily on skin care, sun care (sunscreen), and adjacent cosmetic categories, working closely with global and regional suppliers to develop scientifically sound, market-relevant formulations that support customer projects and business growth.

The successful candidate will combine deep hands-on technical expertise in cosmetic formulation with strong customer-facing capabilities , translating ingredient technologies into differentiated product concepts and commercially viable solutions.

The role requires independent formulation development, technical troubleshooting, supplier collaboration, and cross-functional engagement with commercial, procurement, regulatory, quality, and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Formulation Development & Innovation

• Lead the development of innovative, effective, and commercially viable formulations across Skin Care, Sun Care (Sunscreen), and related Personal Care applications .
• Drive new formulation concepts, ingredient evaluation, and application development aligned with customer needs, market trends, and business priorities.
• Provide hands-on expertise in formulation optimization, technical troubleshooting, stability testing, and product performance evaluation .
• Translate new ingredient technologies and supplier innovations into differentiated product concepts and practical customer solutions.

Technical Leadership & Laboratory Management

• Lead, coach, and develop the PHC Application Development team , fostering technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Define and execute technical development priorities aligned with business objectives and supplier initiatives.
• Manage the application development project pipeline , ensuring effective prioritization and timely delivery of customer projects.
• Oversee laboratory operations, testing, technical documentation, and formulation scale-up support , ensuring compliance with applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements .

Customer Engagement & Commercial Support

• Partner closely with the Commercial team to understand customer needs and develop application-driven solutions that support business opportunities.
• Provide technical consultation, formulation troubleshooting, product demonstrations, and technical presentations to customers.
• Support customer product development and commercialization , from initial formulation concepts through technical validation and scale-up.
• Contribute to business growth and ingredient adoption by demonstrating the technical value and application benefits of Caldic's portfolio.

Supplier Collaboration & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with global and regional ingredient suppliers to evaluate new technologies, develop application concepts, and identify innovation opportunities.
• Work closely with Commercial, Procurement, Regulatory, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure effective project execution and customer support.
• Share technical knowledge, application insights, and emerging market trends to strengthen internal capabilities and customer engagement.

Position Requirements & Key Abilities:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cosmetic Science, Cosmetic Technology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology , or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant hands-on experience in cosmetic formulation development , preferably with strong exposure to Skin Care and Sun Care (Sunscreen) applications .
• Demonstrated ability to independently design, develop, optimize, and troubleshoot commercially viable cosmetic formulations , including appropriate raw material selection and performance evaluation .
• Strong technical understanding of cosmetic ingredients, formulation techniques, product stability, and application testing .
• Experience in technical team leadership, coaching, laboratory management, or coordinating formulation development projects .
• Strong customer-facing technical communication and presentation skills , with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical customer solutions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with ingredient suppliers, commercial teams, and cross-functional stakeholders .
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills , with a proactive and commercially minded approach.
• Experience in specialty ingredients distribution, cosmetic manufacturing, or personal care R&D would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in English and Thai for technical communication and stakeholder engagement.

Please note that this is a general description of the role and its requirements. The duties and responsibilities within this role may change over the course of employment at the employer’s discretion.

About Caldic

At Caldic, we’re a global leader in distribution solutions, serving diverse markets across the world. Joining us means becoming part of an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and innovation-driven team.

We offer:

• Global opportunities with rapid career growth and development
• An inclusive, diverse, and dynamic work environment
• The chance to shape the future of specialty ingredient solutions across industries like food, pharma, personal care, and more

We operate in 43 countries around the world. Our innovative solutions are tailored to meet the needs of industries such as food, pharma, personal care, and industrial markets, ensuring sustainable success for all stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.caldic.com

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