RB LLC
R&D Ops ASSOCIATE, Lysol Wipes (Finance)
The R&D Associate will work with Technical Product Development on Lysol Powerbrand and maintain the brands on key formats for the Hygiene, R&D Operations team.
Specific responsibilities will include the following:
• Represent R&D on key projects through the product development process.
• Work cross-functionally and be R&D lead on project teams to achieve key milestones and objectives.
• Have an understanding of GLP/EPA.
• Understand and communicate the impact of R&D activities to the regional business.
• Provide R&D Technical support for the North American business including:
Direct the routine evaluation of existing commercial products, including performance and stability testing and claim support.
Direct the evaluation of first production samples for new product launches, including performance and stability testing.
Direct performance and stability testing on GM expansion projects and new supplier approvals.
Provide support to Supply for production startups, quality improvements, and cost savings projects.
Provide support for Claim Support on EPD's and existing brands. Represent R&D on TV copy and demos.
• Manage and supervise direct reports and temporary employees, as appropriate to the specific role requirements.
• Respond to consumer complaints and quality issues, competitors' challenges and legal inquiries concerning technical matters relating to products marketed within the region.
• Maintain good communications with Marketing, Supply, and all cross functional teams. Maintain appropriate levels of communication with a variety of levels of RB management.
• Provide appropriate technical knowledge to work independently toward multiple project objectives within established timelines.
• Write reports documenting the various project activities, including claim support.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and execute laboratory work according to required safety and quality standards, as defined in the company's SOP's. Document all work in e-lab notebooks. Participate in periodic quality audits.
• Foster personal development growth with continuous coaching and feedback on career development as per the R&D Guiding Principles and Corporate Core Values.
Qualifications:
• BS/BA degree in a related science and 2-3 years experience, or MS degree in a related science and 0-3 years experience, or PhD in a related science and 1 year experience.
• Experience and/or proven track record of successful delivery of technical projects in a FMCG company.
• Strong understanding of the product development process from concept ideation to launch.
• Experience in Wipes desired.
• Proven Project Management skills.
• Strong formulation knowledge and understanding of chemical interactions.
• Experience in Cleaning and Disinfection products desired.
• Understanding of Intellectual Property, Licensing, and Competitive Intelligence
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to nurture teamwork and foster an environment of achievement.
• Results-oriented and self-motivating.
• Ability to display a degree of flexibility and adapt effectively to change.
• Excellent networking and communication skills.
• Proven people management and people development skills.
• Proficient with common software, including MSOffice.
Equality
In Return RB offer very competitive salaries with excellent benefits and the chance to progress your career within a truly global organisation.
RB is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.