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Manager (Product Development - Personal Care)

  • Full Time, onsite
  • PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad (PCG)
  • Bandar Baru Bangi, Malaysia
Salary undisclosed

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Position Summary:

Lead product development initiatives focusing on the Personal Care segment. Drive the creation of innovative and sustainable products aligned with our R&D strategy, leveraging advanced technologies to meet global customer needs and regulatory requirements.

Job Description:

  • Product Development and Strategy: Develop products that align with the R&D strategy for personal care, focusing on upcoming technology platforms for emollients, emulsifiers, polymers, and surfactants & spearhead organic revenue growth through innovative solutions that meet customer needs and industry standards.
  • Chemical Synthesis: Expertise in chemical synthesis specifically within the personal care industry to develop effective formulations and processes & ensure that product development efforts are innovative and scientifically sound, driving high-quality outcomes.
  • Laboratory Practices: Oversee all product development activities in compliance with PETRONAS Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) guidelines & uphold rigorous standards of good laboratory practices, ensuring meticulous record-keeping and proficient report writing.
  • Portfolio Enhancement and Innovation: Enhance the existing product portfolio by developing innovative solutions that address unmet industry needs. Maintain high product quality through precise product line specifications while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
  • Team Leadership and Technical Guidance: Provide technical guidance to the team, enabling them to select optimal processes for effective product development & foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.
  • PhD with a focus on organic chemistry and polymer chemistry is an added advantage

Requirements:

  • Over 10 years of experience in product development, ideally within the oleochemical industry or with ingredient manufacturers.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in team leadership or management.
  • Strong understanding of molecular design, chemical synthesis processes, and analytical techniques specifically related to personal care formulations.
  • Basic familiarity with IP analysis and experience in open innovation practices.
  • Proven self-starter with exceptional time and project management abilities.