Job Description

Job Title: NPD Chemist - Personal Care & Fragrance Products

Location:

Cheshire, UK

Working Pattern:

4-Day Week (Monday to Thursday)

Sector:

Personal Care, Home Fragrance & Pet Products

About the Company

A well-established and innovative manufacturer of personal care, pet care, and home fragrance products, including shampoos, shower gels, creams, lotions, body sprays, perfumes, and diffusers. The company prides itself on creativity, sustainability, and delivering high-quality formulations to a diverse customer base across the Uk and Middle East.

Role Overview

We are seeking a passionate and experienced NPD Chemist to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for developing and formulating new products across our portfolio, from concept through to launch, ensuring compliance, stability, and performance whilst providing support to our manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and formulate new products including:

Shampoos, shower gels, creams, lotions, body sprays, and fragrances

Pet grooming products

Home fragrance items (e.g., reed diffusers, room sprays)

Conduct stability, compatibility, and performance testing

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, production, and regulatory

Source and evaluate new raw materials and fragrance components

Maintain accurate formulation records and technical documentation

Ensure compliance with UK/EU cosmetic regulations and safety standards

Support scale-up and production trials

Stay up to date with industry trends, ingredients, and innovations

Requirements

Degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, or related field

Proven experience in formulation within personal care or fragrance manufacturing

Strong understanding of cosmetic regulations and product safety

Excellent problem-solving and project management skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

4-day working week (Monday to Thursday)

Opportunities for career development and training

Friendly and supportive team culture

Private healthcare

Company / personal performance bonus

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: In person