Research and Development Project Specialist, Kylie Cosmetics job at Coty in New York, NY
Title: R&D Project Specialist, Kylie Cosmetics Location: New York, NY, US, 10118 Workplace: 9 Work Type: Hybrid Job ID: 97154 Department: R&D Job Description: The ideal candidate will choose the R&D Project Specialist position at Coty for its global impact, collaborative innovation, and diverse, inclusive culture. This role offers unique exposure to prestige color cosmetics development and direct influence within a world-renowned beauty company.RESPONSIBILITIE As our R&D Project Specialist you are responsible for manage R&D project development with TPM. Manage R&D project development for Prestige Color cosmetics by coordinating cross-functional teams and Third Party Manufacturers to ensure timely delivery of compliant, high-quality formulas. Oversee formula development, testing, documentation, and regulatory compliance, while supporting claims substantiation and technical reporting throughout the product development lifecycle. Your main focus: Manage R&D projects in close collaboration with internal cross-functional teams (Marketing, Procurement, Packaging, Product Development, Initiative Leaders & support functions) Ensure close technical follow up with Third Party Manufacturers (co-design formulas, initiate discussions, and guide TPMs towards Coty standards) Ensure quality design by defining formula specifications and initiate deviation and derogation reports when needed Follow up on test progression and result collection from TPMs, request internal testing (microbiology, safety, efficacy) Coordinate claims testing plan and ensure with RAPIC that test results will be delivered OTIF for claims support Working for Coty means our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing innovative concepts to life. If you’re someone unwilling to settle, likes to envision larger possibilities, accelerate learning, and push boundaries – we’d love to hear from you! Working at Coty means being part of an inclusive workplace committed to diversity and equity, valuing diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Your ideas will count, fostering a career where you can achieve more than you ever imagined. The team consists of R&D Project Specialists working closely together with several departments such as Marketing, Procurement, Packaging, Initiative Leaders & CTI and RAPIC. All your colleagues are passionate about beauty. QUFICATIONSWe’d love to see candidates who have: Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering or related discipline Minimum 1-3 years of experience in formulation development (bench or TPM) Organizational and Project Management skills Strong Problem-Solving ability. Fluent in English Desirable: Consumer and market driven focused on Color and / or Skincare. Strong Intrapersonal skills Prestige/luxury brand experience preferredUR BENEF As our R&D Project Specialist, this is unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way. Coty’s global omni-working policy provides the option to work up to 50% of your month remotely. We believe that a more flexible philosophy of remote working will give everyone the freedom to choose what works for their individual circumstances and empower them to always perform at their best. Base Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 Additional Compensation: This position is eligible for an annual bonus (5%), based on business and individual performance. Featured Benefits: Health, dental, vision and disability insurance; 401(k) with generous employer match; paid time off and Summer Fridays; Parental leave; Tuition reimbursement; Hybrid work arrangements Benefits and compensation program descriptions are general in nature and may be subject to change; specific benefits eligibility and details will be provided in offer materials. Apply tot his job