Project Manager R&D

Solutia Life Sciences is the recruitment division of Solutia, specializing in  technical and middle management roles within the  pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device sectors.

We are currently supporting a  specialty pharmaceutical company based in Barcelona in their search for a  Project Manager R&D .

Role Mission

To lead the end-to-end development of food supplements and cosmetic products, from concept to market launch, ensuring scientific robustness, regulatory feasibility, manufacturing viability, and strong commercial differentiation.

Reporting Line

This position reports directly to CEO.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new product development (NPD) projects for food supplements and cosmetic products from ideation to commercialization.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with CMOs, suppliers, and manufacturing partners.
• Propose innovative, market-driven formulations that are feasible from a manufacturing and regulatory perspective.
• Select ingredients supported by approved claims, regulatory compliance, and/or published clinical evidence.
• Prepare and manage technical product documentation, including formulations, specifications, and dossiers.
• Develop scientific and clinical support materials for Medical Affairs and Commercial teams.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Medical, and Commercial teams.
• Monitor market trends, innovation, and competitive landscape in nutraceuticals and cosmetics.
• Ensure timelines, budgets, and project milestones are met.

They Offer

• A key role in driving product innovation within a science-driven organization.
• Direct involvement in products that reach international markets.
• The opportunity to work in an innovative, fast-growing company with a strong scientific foundation.
• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and responsibilities.
• Flexibility and a collaborative, high-quality working environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• 3–7+ years of experience in product development within food supplements, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, or health products.
• Proven experience managing CMOs and external development partners.
• Strong knowledge of formulation, ingredients, claims, and scientific evidence.
• Ability to translate scientific concepts into commercially relevant products.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.

Compromiso con la Igualdad de Oportunidades:

En  Solutia GHS  garantizamos que todos nuestros procesos de selección se desarrollan en base a criterios objetivos, valorando únicamente las competencias, la experiencia y el talento de las personas candidatas.

Promovemos la  igualdad de oportunidades  y no toleramos ningún tipo de discriminación por razón de sexo, género, edad, origen, raza, religión, orientación sexual, identidad de género, discapacidad o cualquier otra circunstancia personal o social.

Asimismo, nuestra  política retributiva  se rige por el principio de  equidad salarial  ante el desempeño de las mismas funciones, reforzando nuestro compromiso con un entorno laboral diverso, inclusivo y respetuoso.