POSITION DESCRIPTION
FOP CONSULTANTS is looking for specialists in formulation at the senior level motivated to deliver on mandates for its clients in the cosmetics sector. The mandate is to develop and improve cosmetic formulations by selecting compliant ingredients and to conduct stability and efficacy testing, support transfer to production and document formulations. The senior scope is further to define the formulation strategy and the product portfolio and to mentor intermediate formulators and review their trials.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop new cosmetic formulations and improve existing products.
- Select ingredients and assess their regulatory compliance (Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist, INCI).
- Conduct stability, compatibility and efficacy testing.
- Coordinate safety and skin tolerance testing.
- Support scale-up and transfer to production.
- Draft formulation records, specifications and technical documentation.
- Collaborate with marketing, regulatory affairs and suppliers.
- Define the formulation strategy and the product portfolio.
- Mentor intermediate formulators and review their trials.
- Lead transfers to production and contract manufacturers.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Bachelor's or master's degree in science (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, pharmaceutical, pharmacovigilance, etc.), cosmetology or any other related discipline.
- Minimum ten (10) years of industry experience.
- Eight (08) to fifteen (15) years of experience as a Specialist in Formulation.
- Sector standards: ISO 22716, Cosmetic Regulations (Health Canada), FDA MoCRA, ISO 9001.
- Tools and systems: MS Office suite, LIMS, Minitab, JMP, INCI databases.
- Hold one of the following certifications: ISO 22716, Design of Experiments (DOE), cosmetic science training.
- The following are considered assets: RAC (RAPS), Six Sigma Green Belt, SCC certification.
- Experience in Canadian public or private organizations.
- Language: French and English
WORK MODE
WHAT WE OFFER
At FOP CONSULTANTS, we invest in the success and well-being of our experts. By joining our team, you benefit from an environment designed to support your performance and respect your work-life balance, including:
- Competitive compensation that reflects your expertise;
- Complete protection through our group insurance plans;
- Professional liability insurance so you can practise with confidence;
- Remote-work flexibility, based on client needs;
- 3 weeks of vacation to recharge;
- 3 paid sick days, to take care of yourself;
- A monthly allowance for your transportation costs;
- Real opportunities for advancement within the organization;
- Ongoing access to training to grow your skills.