Research and Development Manager (Cosmetics Specialist) at Givanas Group

Givanas Group is a dynamic and innovative multi-business organization that operates across industries, providing high-quality products and services to customers in West Africa. Givanas also enhances the quality of life for people worldwide by delivering high-quality products and services that enrich their daily experiences. They aspire to be an indispensable part of consumers’ lives, ensuring that their brands resonate with customers across cultures and geographies.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research and Development Manager (Cosmetics Specialist)

Location: Apapa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Direct Manager: General Manager
Department: Research and Development

Job Summary

• We are looking for a smart and talented Research and Development Manager who can perform several important roles within our organization.
• You will be responsible for research, planning, and implementing new programs and protocols into our company.
• You will also be required to oversee the entire development process of new products and programs within the organization.
• Your active participation will be required from the initial planning phase to implementation or production.
• Additionally, you are required to keep track of all the costs related to the creation of these new products and decide what ideas are worth pursuing.
• You should also stay informed on what is happening in the research and development field at large to make sure the company is up-to-date and current with the most advanced R&D developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead key projects with R&D to support business goals.
• Develop research programs incorporating current developments to improve existing products and study the potential of new products.
• Understand customer expectations on to-be manufactured products.
• Determine and execute improved technologies used by suppliers, competitors, and customers.
• Support Director to hire and develop R&D personnel.
• Establish project goals and priorities by collaborating with Marketing and Operations.
• Transfer new technologies, products, and manufacturing processes into and out of the company.
• Research, design and evaluate materials, assemblies, processes, and equipment.
• Suggest training tools to enhance employee performance and skill development.
• Monitor team metrics and objectives ensuring meeting of goals.
• Document all phases of research and development.
• Manage customer relationships and perform RFP reviews, customer visits, and product testing.
• Establish and maintain testing procedures for assessing raw materials, in-process and finished products.
• Oversee complex research projects, analyze results and provide recommendations based on findings.
• Assess the scope of research projects and ensure they are on time and within budget.
• Be present at industry conferences on research topics of interest.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate should be a Graduate in Chemistry with at least 8 years’ experience within the cosmetics space.
• Must be proficient in the use of MS Office Software.
• Must be a Quality Control Manager or equivalent position.

Competencies:

• Strategic Planning
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Understanding of Machine Control and Instrumentation.
• Knowledge of Production Planning Process.

Application Closing Date
28th January, 2025.