Pharmaceutical Formulation Manager

Pharmaceutical Formulation Manager – EMEA

Hybrid | £65-80k + bens + bonus + excellent Benefits

Dartford, with up to 40% travel

Are you a seasoned formulation professional with a strong background in the pharmaceutical or nutritional sector? This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role within an established, innovation-driven business that serves global markets.

Working within a forward-thinking technical team, you will lead and support formulation development projects across the EMEA region, playing a pivotal role in the technical interface between commercial teams and customers. This position is perfect for someone with solid scientific expertise, strong communication skills, and a desire to work at the forefront of pharmaceutical and nutraceutical innovation.

What you'll be doing:

Acting as a senior technical consultant to customers, supporting them with formulation challenges, product development, and application testing.

Leading technical training, customer presentations, and troubleshooting discussions.

Collaborating cross-functionally with R&D, sales, and marketing teams to ensure innovative and practical solutions are delivered.

Supporting regulatory and technical documentation as required.

Travelling up to 40% of the time, attending events and meetings as required

What we're looking for:

A scientific background (degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, or related discipline) with significant experience in pharmaceutical or nutritional product formulation.

Strong technical knowledge of excipients and drug delivery technologies.

Ability to manage complex projects and customer relationships.

A team player with the confidence to work autonomously and represent the business externally.

A tech savvy approach, with the ability to use all MS Office applications as well as SharePoint and CRM tools

The flexibility to travel as necessary

Someone living within a reasonable distance from Dartford

Why join?

This business prides itself on its collaborative culture, global mindset, and commitment to continuous innovation. You'll enjoy a wide range of benefits including private healthcare, flexible working, a generous holiday allowance, annual bonus schemes, and access to professional development programs.

📩 For more information or to apply, please contact Emily Powell at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment – Manufacturing, Engineering and Technical Division

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