Product Technologist

• Deliver the externally developed formulation activities on the brand NPD and EPD plans, against the consumer, category and brand requirements
• Ensure global regulatory compliance, quality and safety of our formulations
• Accountable for the availability and quality of data and accuracy, demonstrating a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Acts as a technical consult to marketing/sourcing teams and supplier base
• Responsible for ensuring the supplier understands the product brief and can meet WBA technical standards/market legislation
• Conducts all necessary due diligence and is accountable for identifying and effectively managing formulation technical risks
• Accountable for owning and managing the project formulation timings and technical risks that impact on delivery
• Maintains up to date knowledge of product technologies and relevant legislation and our WBA supplier base – supports ongoing quality management of supplier base to meet all WBA/legislative requirements.

• Industry experience in a technical role within product development
• Drive to problem-solve using technical know how and create business opportunities to enhance consumer value
• Passion to communicate specialist technical information to a variety of audiences, including external suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Passion to collaborate and build strong relationships with our external supplier base
• Skilled in managing your own project timelines and priorities, and work collaboratively with a cross functional team
• Show a growth mindset
• Willingness to travel to suppliers and conferences as required.

BSc in Science, ideally in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field, or will have relevant formulation or product delivery experience within the Beauty industry.

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Generous employee discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
• Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.