Founded in 2018, VIVERE is redefining the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry through AI-driven innovation. Our integrated platform spans marketing, design, R&D, production, and supply chain management, enabling us to build high-growth, data-driven brands. We have successfully launched 10 brands and over 150 products across home & garden, pet care, beauty, and wellness, selling through Amazon, retail, and select B2B partnerships.
Our biocide and pet care categories – anchored by RepellShield and Belly & Paw – are key growth drivers. To strengthen our product development efforts, we are seeking a R&D Manager (m/f/x) with expertise in chemistry to focus on biocides and pet care formulations. This role offers a pathway to a team lead position, providing opportunities for growth within our high-performance innovation team.
A passion for hands-on lab work and creating preeminent products is essential for this role. You will drive formulation excellence, ensuring our products meet the highest standards in efficacy, safety, and consumer experience.
Tasks
* Conduct hands-on laboratory work to develop and refine innovative biocides and pet care formulations.
* Monitor stability, efficacy, and safety of products, troubleshooting failures and optimizing formulations.
* Collaborate with regulatory, brand management, procurement, quality, and operations teams to align R&D activities with business objectives.
* Comply with EU biocide regulations, assist in safety assessments and claim validation.
* Establish and maintain partnerships with external labs, suppliers, and research institutions.
* Document R&D processes to ensure transparency and reproducibility.
* Manage project timelines and contribute to strategic product innovation efforts.
* Support B2B client projects from concept to commercialization, also in cosmetics, ensuring alignment with customer needs.
Requirements
* Master’s in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field (a strong chemistry foundation is essential).
* 3+ years of experience in biocides, pet care, or household formulations. Some exposure to pet supplements and cosmetics is a plus.
* Passion for hands-on formulation work, with a drive to create best-in-class, high-performance products.
* Deep knowledge of formulation chemistry, active ingredients, and stability testing.
* Familiarity with EU regulatory frameworks (e.g., Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009, BAuA registrations, ISO 22716).
* Experience with microbiology, preservative efficacy testing (PET), and patch testing.
* Ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams and communicate technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
* Business fluency in English (German is a plus).
Benefits
* High-impact role in a fast-scaling, data-driven FMCG start-up.
* Opportunity for career growth, with a path to a lead role in R&D.
* Work on high-growth brands like Belly & Paw (Pet Care) and RepellShield (Biocides).
* Gain experience across the entire product lifecycle – from concept to commercialization.
* Support cutting-edge B2B projects in cosmetics, expanding your expertise.
* Collaborate with experts in R&D, regulatory, and business strategy.
* Enjoy a vibrant work environment in Hamburg, with hybrid work options, startup culture, and team events.
🚀 Ready to shape the future of pet care, biocides, and cosmetics innovation? Apply now!