The Director of Formulation will be responsible for formulation needs across the product portfolio to drive the best total value proposition for the company, in addition to supporting product scale-up at contract manufacturers. The role will be responsible for evolving our product formulation process to help commercialize products with a focus on efficacy, quality, sustainability, and cost. This is a key role in commercializing innovation and great products at Blueland. The ideal candidate has strong formulation knowledge of creating format innovation, aptitude for critical thinking, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and meticulous attention to detail. This role reports to the Chief Innovation Officer.
- Provide thorough leadership and execution of the Company’s strategy across the current product organization, with the ability to manage and influence decision-making to ensure supply and achieve the company’s goals.
- Work closely with the Chief Innovation Officer to bring products from concept to commercialization.
- Scout new technologies or chemistries for the innovation team to incorporate into formulations.
- Apply a deep understanding of household cleaning chemistry, consumer feedback, and competitive trends to recommend formulas and innovation.
- Deep passion for hands-on formulation development work in our innovation lab.
- Formulate products to bring to commercialization in Household Cleaning & Personal Care categories.
- Continue to optimize current products and line extensions.
- Work efficiently across the organization to support company business plans and the product assortment calendar.
- Collaborate with Brand leadership, Regulatory & Sustainability, Procurement, Supply Chain, Process Engineering, and our suppliers to drive innovation, formulation optimizations, product quality, and cost optimization opportunities across the product portfolio.
- Partner with cross-functional teams on SKU productivity, product launch strategies, and execution.
- Establish strategic partnerships with suppliers, manufacturers, and other industry experts to develop new products or improve existing ones.
- Support sourcing new suppliers for our expanding supply chain & secondary supply sources.
- Assist in leading the company toward sustainability efforts.
- BS in Chemistry and/or Chemical Engineering or a related field.
- Experience: 7+ years of formulation, Household Cleaning and/or Personal Care experience.
- Strong understanding of Household Cleaning Chemistry.
- Strong understanding of Process Engineering.
- Bench-top lab skills are a must.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong strategic, analytical thinker with outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Enthusiastic about solving new and complex challenges.
- Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team.
- BS in Chemistry and/or Chemical Engineering or a related field.
- Experience: 7+ years of formulation, Household Cleaning and/or Personal Care experience.
- Strong understanding of Household Cleaning Chemistry.
- Strong understanding of Process Engineering.
- Bench-top lab skills are a must.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong strategic, analytical thinker with outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Enthusiastic about solving new and complex challenges.
- Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team.
- Ability to work out of our lab in Boca Raton, Florida.
- Be able to travel 15–20% of the time.
The salary range for this position is $110,000–145,000.