Title: Formulation Manager
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £30,000-£40,000
Term: Permanent
Benefits: 25 Days Holiday, Flexitime, Free Parking , Training, Progression and Career Development, large portfolio of products
SRG are working with a bespoke and growing personal care product manufacturer based in the Greater Manchester area, they are now looking for an experienced cosmetics / personal care formulation manager to join the team to work on growing and developing new and existing products. Candidates with proven industrial experience in: surfactant chemistry, dissolution behaviours, colour systems, colour cosmetics, fragrances, preservatives, skin compatibility, scale up / manufacturing, consumer product regulations / cosmetic regulations are encouraged to apply.
- Role/Description:Lead development of formulations from concept through to production and then launch
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations and drive performance against KPIs
- Ensure compliance with cosmetic and chemical regulations across EU & US markets
- Troubleshoot formulation and production challenges to maintain quality and efficiency
- Collaborate with R&D, production, and supply chain teams to support product launches
- Apply surfactant chemistry principles to the development of personal care and cosmetic formulations
- Conduct laboratory testing on powdered ingredients, analysing performance and changes in dissolution behaviour
- Drive continuous improvement across manufacturing, safety, and product performance
Requirements
- 3+ years of recent experience of formulating cosmetics and personal care products
- Strong experience across formulation, production, and regulatory compliance
- Degree or HNC in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or Chemical Engineering (preferred)
- Full right to work in the UK there is no sponsorship available for this role
SRG is the UK’s number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.
If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to . For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on 0161 667 1812.
If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.co.uk to view our other vacancies.
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