Sr. Manager, Liquids Technology & Regulatory

Company: Helen of Troy
Location: Irvine
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Job Description:

Join our Beauty Team at Helen of Troy as our Sr. Manager, Liquids Technology & Regulatory (hybrid workonsite and from home), and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: , , , , and . Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day!Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere:In your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!What you will be doing:This role will be reporting to the VP of Liquids Technology and Regulatory. This person will be responsible for guiding the technical product development of cosmetics and OTC liquids. This starts with the design phase, continues with the testing phase, and finally supports commercialization.In this role, you will be expected to manage and own the technical execution for formula development and design, stability and safety testing, and assessment of results.

• Assist Product Development with all technical aspects of over-the-counter drugs and cosmetic liquids. Guide the technical development path of our external resources.
• Provide input and guidance to regulatory compliance of liquids & OTC drugs formulations.
• Support all facets of technical product compliance, including product claims, label copy, ESG and packaging.
• Support product claims including claims creation, method development, testing design, substantiation, and assist with technical defense.
• Support internal and external QA resources to ensure that products are manufactured to the highest standards.
• Provide support to Operations on all technical aspects of formula manufacturing and raw material issues.
• Work closely with PD to support testing of new product concepts and materials.
• Ability to match claim requirements to testing protocols to create the accurate testing design
• Review and approve technical label copy.
• Support regulatory resources with technical formulation expertise in the assessment and registration of products for sale.Skills needed to be successful in this role:
  • Working in/with multi-disciplined teams with an ability to balance science and the language of beauty products critical to brand profile
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Possess a creative mentality
  • Mathematical proficiency
  • Excellent project management skills, and teamwork skillsMinimum Qualifications:
    • Bachelor of Science
    • 15+ years in a Cosmetic Science related role
    • 5 +years of bench work in cosmetic formulation
    • Hands on experience developing a broad range of product types including liquids, emulsions, suspensions, anhydrous systems, and aerosols
    • Proven understanding of raw material chemistry
    • Subject matter expert in individual state and FDA Cosmetic/OTC regulations
    • Execution of stability testing protocols and interpretation of results with an ability to provide corrective mentorship
    • Design/placement of product efficacy testing with an understanding of published methodologies common to our field
    • Proficiency in Microsoft office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
    • Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basisPreferred Qualifications:
      • Bachelor of Science in a Natural Science with preference to Chemistry
      • Knowledge of International regulationsIn California, Colorado, and New York City, the standard base pay range for this role is $111,537 - $186,110 annually/hourly. This base pay range is specific to California, Colorado, and New York City and may not be applicable to other locations. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill level, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.Benefits:Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands. Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.#LI-KE1#LI-HybridFor more information about Helen of Troy, visit . You can also find us on , , , and.Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture and background. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any protected basis. We will provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000. Incorporated in1968,Helen of Troy has grown into a leadingglobal consumer products company with career opportunities in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. We offer creative solutions for our customers through a diversified portfolio of well-recognized and widely trusted brands, including OXO -, Hydro Flask -, Osprey -, Honeywell -, PUR -, Braun -, Vicks -, Hot Tools -, Drybar -. Most of these brands rank #1 or #2 in their respective categories.We boldly bring brands into our family, where we nurture what makes them great.We collaborate internally and externally, always striving to provide the consumer-centricinnovation, operational excellence, scale, global reach, and stellar shared services tomake them soar.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.

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