Technical Applications Chemist

Technical Applications Chemist

TechnicalApplications Chemist

IMCD UScurrently has an opening for a Technical Applications Chemist. This role isbased in Southern California.

COMPANYBACKGROUND

IMCDUS is a leading global distribution partner and formulator of specialtychemicals and ingredients. An entrepreneurial group founded IMCD in 1995 in theNetherlands. Our vision to transform the distribution industry by continuouslyadding value to the supply chain through expertise and innovation, is whatstill drives us today.

Today,we have operations in over 50 countries, where we successfully combine localknowledge with global expertise to obtain sustainable results. IMCD is astrong, innovative business partner and accelerator of solutions for suppliersand producers of consumer, industrial and durable goods in diverse businesssectors. Our commercial excellence and solid operations structure facilitatehealthy growth.

The Technical Applications Chemistwill develop multiple projects for regional applications in hair care, skincare, sun care, and body care utilizing ingredients from our core suppliersunder the technical collaboration and / or direction of the Technical / BusinessDevelopment Manager. The Technical Applications Chemist will beresponsible for development, technical evaluation, and stability testing on allof their formulations as well as maintaining a database and updating a databasecontaining these formulations.

Successful candidates will be responsible to :

Ability to work within the IMCD US Personal Care team to support business activities including sales formulation / technical support, regulatory questions, troubleshoot customer issues, analyze, and interpret data, and communicate results / recommendations through written reports and / or presentations.

Initiates customer focused projects to demonstrate portfolio with emphasis on providing solutions to customers’ problems and collecting competitive data.

Develops expertise with respect to the features and relative performance of formulation additives for various markets through extensive testing in the laboratory.

Demonstrates customer focus and flexibility and willingness to work with a variety of teams on multiple levels, utilizing problem-solving abilities.

Utilizes excellent written and verbal skills in communicating with customers, team members, salespersons, and managers.

Skills :

Ability to develop products from inception to market realization, not just modifications to an existing formula.

Must be capable of creating a formulation and not just modifying a known formulation.

Strong knowledge base within chemistry and principles of formulating emulsions, cleansing, and suspension products.

Working knowledge in physical testing and analytical methods.

Highly collaborative, driven, and self-motivated with a positive attitude

High degree of technical curiosity and technical mastery, paired with desire to understand the consumer-need and insight.

Problem solver with the ability to handle multiple and changing priorities in a fast paced, dynamic organization.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate transfer of thoughts and data.

Ability to convey a project’s thoughts, goals, and objectives through presentation.

Proficient with common computer programs, including Microsoft Office programs such as PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

RequiredQualifications :

Bachelor of Science in Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or Life Science.

2 to 4 years of Formulation experience in Personal Care.

Formulation experience in consumer goods, preferably with personal care or household products.

Proficient computer experience.

DesiredQualifications

Bachelor of Science in Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or Life Science required.

Experience in a fast-paced environment.

Competencies : Business Acumen.

Problem Solving / Analysis.

Customer / Client Focus.

Communication Proficiency.

Teamwork Orientation.

SupervisoryResponsibility :

Thisposition has no supervisory responsibilities.

WorkEnvironment

This jobcurrently operates on a hybrid schedule rotating between in-office and remotework environments. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

PositionType / Expected Hours of Work

This is afull-time position, and the hours of work and days are Monday through Fridayfrom 8 . to 5 ., unless otherwise directed. Additional hours may berequired as needed.

Travel

Limitedtravel is expected for this position, approximately 15%.

Other Duties

Please notethis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensivelisting of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of theemployee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change atany time with or without notice.

IMCDOffers

Ifyou want to make a real difference and work for a growing and expertise-drivencompany, then we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for people who areexperts in their field, be it technical, commercial, or managerial. By joiningIMCD, you’ll be part of an entrepreneurial, fast-growing group of ambitious andlike-minded professionals, where you’ll have the freedom to make your own mark.We are committed to delivering value and acting responsibly. As we grow, wekeep our founders’ entrepreneurial spirit intact, creating a world ofopportunity. As a truly international company, we have a presence in citiesincluding Singapore, Melbourne, Milan, Cologne, Paris, Zurich, Los Angeles, SãoPaulo and Toronto. Our Group Office is in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and ourshares are traded on the Amsterdam Euronext market, where we are part of thelarge cap AEX index.