R&D Executive Role at Honasa Consumer Ltd | Chemistry Graduates can ApplyÂ
Honasa Consumer Ltd., the powerhouse behind brands such as Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, and BBlunt, is seeking a Research and Development Executive. This exciting role offers the opportunity to drive innovation in the personal care industry, particularly in skin and hair care formulations. If you’re passionate about creating safe, natural, and effective beauty products, this role is your chance to join one of India’s fastest-growing FMCG companies.
Job Position: Research and Development Executive
About the Company
Honasa Consumer Limited (HCL) is India’s fastest-growing beauty and personal care house of brands, building the FMCG conglomerate of the future. With a strong foundation built on honesty, natural ingredients, and safe care, HCL has redefined consumer trust and wellness. The company operates popular brands such as Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, and BBlunt, serving over 500 cities across India. Backed by Sequoia Capital India, Sofina SA, Fireside Ventures, and Stellaris Venture Partners, HCL continues to expand its ecosystem, delivering quality products that benefit both consumers and the community.
R&D Executive Job Description
As a Research and Development Executive, you will play a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge formulations for skin and hair care. You will lead innovative product development, oversee lab-to-market scale-up processes, and contribute to the growth of Honasa Consumer Ltd. by driving breakthrough technologies in the personal care sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage product formulation from initial brief to final sign-off.
- Oversee pilot batches and full-scale production.
- Lead the development of stable, effective formulations for third-party and in-house manufacturing.
- Research, test, and analyze new ingredients and processes to improve product quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Develop new formulations aligned with business and innovation goals.
- Conduct product testing, stability studies, compatibility checks, and shelf-life determination.
- Manage technology transfer and scale-up operations.
- Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMP, and regulatory requirements.
- Innovate hair care formulations with expertise in surfactants, conditioning agents, and humectants.
- Provide technical leadership and ensure scientific excellence in product development.
R&D Executive Job – Educational Qualifications:
 B.Sc./M.Sc in Organic Chemistry