Formula Administrator-Princeton, NJ.

DSM

22h

About The Position

The Formula Administrator manages the full lifecycle of fragrance formulas, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and data integrity across creation systems. This role operates within a highly collaborative, cross‑functional environment and requires strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders across diverse teams, roles, and working styles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, Biology, or a related scientific discipline required
• Experience with SAP, formulation management systems, or LIMS highly desirable

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or certification in cosmetic regulations, IFRA standards, or product safety preferred
• Background in fragrance technology, raw materials, or cosmetic formulation considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Execute and maintain fragrance formulas throughout their lifecycle, ensuring accuracy and consistency across safety, regulatory, cost, availability, and technical requirements in all creation systems.
• Apply established safety, regulatory, and palette standards through formula reviews, ingredient authorizations, and compliance checks to mitigate technical and business risk.
• Partner with creators, technical experts, commercial teams, and regional stakeholders to support formula transfers, submissions, disclosures, costing, and production readiness while balancing multiple priorities.
• Support documentation, formula disclosures, and client deliverables
• Provide technical input related to solvents, solubilizers, naturals, stability, and application requirements
• Assist with raw material introductions, internal screening programs, and archived formula reactivation

Benefits

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level