Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.
We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.
At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.
Further supporting our growth and innovation momentum, we are establishing a new Global Capability Center in Barcelona to deploy new capabilities to effectively support its global commercial and functional teams. Located in the upscale Eixample District in the heart of Barcelona, Galderma’s Global Capability Center offers numerous possibilities for professional development such as exposure to global and cross-functional projects and access to global career opportunities.
Job Title: Product Research Lead, Cetaphil and OTC brands
Location: Barcelona, Spain (hybrid)
Job Description
It’s an exciting opportunity to join Galderma as Product Research Lead.
The role reports to the Global Head of Product Research.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, assess and drive forward key innovation opportunities. Lead the development of innovation strategy and pipeline by platform, leveraging consumer, technological and scientific insights, competitor watch, and integrating markets insights
- Participate to due diligence on licensing and business development opportunities when applicable
- Partner with global marketing and regions at ideation stage to make competitive assessments and develop the innovation briefs
- At feasibility and development stages, drive the scientific concepts, technologies, ingredients and claims strategy at project level by collaborating with all the R&D functions, procurement, operations and marketing
- Oversight the development and implementation of the platforms’ innovation plan (formulae, forms, packaging, clinical plan, claims etc.) - Ensure that all relevant technical deliverables are successfully met
- Support the marketing and medical teams for the scientific communication (claims, communication supports, HCP's toolkits, videos, trainings to lead markets.)
- Represent R&D team at platform and projects level for stage gate governance in the Brand Committee and Portfolio Committee meetings
Skills & Qualifications
- More than 5 years’ experience within cosmetics or OTC skincare franchise and products development in an international company (having formulation or products research experience will be preferred).
- Proven track record of designing, developing and launching innovative cosmetics or OTC products in a FMCG/FMCH international company
- Good understanding of the cosmetic environment, Strong consumer mindset, Solid technical formulation skills
- Ability to work within multi-functional teams, capacity to manage projects and coordinate teams in complex environments, capacity to challenge and influence
- Excellent oral and written communication skills at all levels within the organization, strong technical writing capability
What we offer in return
- You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.
- You will receive a competitive compensation package with bonus structure and extended benefit package.
- You will be able to work in a hybrid work culture.
- You will participate in feedback loops, during which a personalized career path will be established.
- You will be joining a growing company that believes in ownership from day one where everyone is empowered to grow and to take on accountability.
Next Steps
- If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.
- The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager.
- The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team.
Our people make a difference
At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.
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What We Do
Galderma is the leading company solely dedicated to skin and advancing the future of dermatology.
We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of sophisticated brands and services across Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Through trusted partnerships with healthcare professionals, we ensure to meet individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes.
