R&D (Senior) Formula Engineer & Industrialization

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Industrialization & Reformulation Project Manager to lead the reformulation and technical transfer of products from development to full-scale production. This role ensures timely, high-quality product launches and maintains market availability in response to regulatory changes, ingredient updates, or relaunches.

How you will create a beautiful impact:

• Reformulation Management: Lead and execute reformulation projects due to ingredient discontinuation, regulatory updates, or cost/sensory optimization.

• Technical Transfer & Scale-Up: Coordinate lab trials, pilot trials, and full production scale-ups; manage technical transfers between manufacturing sites (3PMs).

• Manufacturing Optimization: Work closely with production teams to improve manufacturing procedures, reduce complexity, and optimize batch sizes and process time.

• Quality Assurance: Conduct and coordinate analytical, microbiological, and sensory tests to ensure product quality and compliance.

• Problem Solving: Address and resolve out-of-specification (OOS) issues quickly to prevent stockouts and maintain supply continuity.

• Documentation & Communication: Develop clear, accurate documentation (manufacturing procedures, test results, risk assessments) and maintain close collaboration with cross-functional teams.

• Raw Material Expertise: Evaluate raw material changes and their impact on formulations; update material profiles and support continuous improvement.

What you need to have to be our next audacious and creative talent:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, or related field.

• Proven experience in formulation development, industrialization, or manufacturing processes.

• Strong project management and cross-functional coordination skills.

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and quality.

• Comfortable working in lab, pilot, and production environments.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Start date: ASAP

Duration: 1 year fixed-term contract (maternity cover)

At La Prairie, we are committed to supporting your professional and personal well-being through a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance Contribution: Enjoy a monthly contribution towards your health insurance.

• Generous Leave Policy: Benefit from 25 days of annual leave, plus an additional 8.5 days off (available for HQ employees).

• Exclusive Product Discounts: Access special discounts on La Prairie products and participate in Employee-Only Sales at our exclusive Employee Boutique.

• Skill Development Opportunities: Benefit from unlimited access to La Prairie’s “SkillCare” program, tailored to enhance your skills and support your professional growth, along with access to the LinkedIn Learning platform for additional learning resources.

• Mobility Opportunities: Explore internal and international mobility options within the Beiersdorf Group.

• Employee Referral Bonuses: Earn bonuses for referring talented individuals to join our team.

Your journey with La Prairie begins here. Submit your application quickly and easily through our online tool—only applications received this way will be considered. The selection process includes a combination of interviews with HR, the Hiring Manager, and key stakeholders, along with assessments. We look forward to meeting you.

To all recruitment agencies:

La Prairie does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs portal, We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

At La Prairie we work on creating a diverse & inclusive culture by having a balanced population and an open, safe, trusting and accepting culture. We believe that diversity in our talents is the strength of our House and we are supporting professional equality for everyone. We welcome applicants with and from diverse background.