Cape Town: R&D Manager posted by O’Brien Recruitment
Posted on 2025-09-18 00:00:00
Employer | O’Brien Recruitment |
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Category | Other Medical |
Location | Western Cape / Cape Town |
Job Summary
R&D MANAGER
The R&D Manager is responsible for managing the R&D lab activities and for project management related to alternative raw materials, packaging changes, stability testing and post NPD to commercial launches. The successful incumbent will report to the Head of R&D.
Key Performance Areas
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Oversee all R&D lab activities, including setting weekly plans and monitoring progress.
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Manage projects related to regulatory compliance, changes in raw materials, new packaging, and product promotions.
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Chair weekly project tracker meetings, providing clear feedback to the Head of R&D and the broader team.
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Draft and approve departmental SOPs to ensure high standards and efficiency are maintained.
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Troubleshoot and collaborate with the Manufacturing and QA teams to resolve batch failures, reworks, and customer complaints.
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Administration of all documentation from Operational and Stability Chemists to internal and external stakeholders.
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BOM maintenance on Syspro.
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MMI storage, archiving, updating, and issuing.
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Control of IEP/CEP samples and reports.
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Manage and mentor the R&D team, conducting performance appraisals and identifying training needs.
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Ensure that Operational Chemist & Lab Assistants are adequately trained to take NPD and formula upgrade products forward once the project reaches commercial batch manufacturing stage.
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Team administration, including time and attendance monitoring and maintaining discipline.
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Support the Head of R&D in setting and monitoring the departmental budget.
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Manage departmental resources, including the purchasing of consumables and evaluating new equipment.
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Ensure accurate compilation of raw material files and other key documentation.
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Prepare and present monthly statistical reports to the Head of R&D.
Qualifications, Experience & Competencies
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Bachelor of Science (BSc) in a relevant scientific field with Coschem Diploma / Diploma in Cosmetic Formulation and a post graduate qualification in Project Management.
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A minimum of 6 – 8 years in a cosmetic R&D environment, at least 5 years of managerial experience in an R&D environment.
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Proven track record of managing projects, meeting deadlines, and staying within budget.
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