Our ideal candidate has hands-on experience in hair color formulation and product development, combined with a strong scientific foundation and passion for innovation. This role requires developing and optimizing formulations, supporting projects from concept to launch, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality professional products.

MISSION

• Develop and improve formulations for hair dyes, bleaches, and related professional hair color products, ensuring performance, safety, and regulatory compliance.

• Design, execute, and evaluate laboratory experiments to support formulation development and optimization.

• Analyze test results and recommend formulation improvements based on scientific data and consumer insights.

• Support product development projects from concept through commercialization.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful scale-up, production, and launch of new products.

• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, ingredients, and regulations within the hair color category.

• Mentor laboratory technicians and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.

• Proactively contribute ideas and initiatives to improve product performance, sustainability, and development efficiency.

YOU

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related field.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in hair color formulation and development.

• Solid understanding of cosmetic ingredients, formulation technologies, testing methodologies, and relevant regulations.

• Experience supporting product launches and development projects.

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.

• Effective project management and organizational abilities.

• Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate across functions.

• Curious, proactive, and motivated to contribute to innovation within the Hair Color category.

OUR OFFER

• A sustainably-conscious employer;

• Travel allowance

• 27 vacation days per year (based on full-time employment);

• A good pension plan;

• 8% holiday pay;

• Never have a "bad hair day" again thanks to staff discounts on the entire Keune collection!

• Attention to your mental well-being through unlimited access to OpenUp

• Participation in group classes at Personal Fitness Soest

KEUNE

We are a family business with a long-term vision, where science is at the heart of everything we do. Our story begins in 1922, in Amsterdam. Today, KEUNE belongs to one of the fastest growing brands in professional hair care products. From our headquarters in Soest, KEUNE products are developed, produced and distributed worldwide to more than 85 countries. And we have no intention of slowing down! Every year we open a new site of our own. We produce in a sustainable and animal-friendly way and are B Corp-certified. But KEUNE is not just about creating beautiful products - it's about our story and our vision.  KEUNE is led by Philip Berlijn, who is focused on building a strong brand and creating a corporate culture that is all about collaboration, sustainability and showing character.

KEUNE

PREMIUM HAIR CARE SINCE 1922

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, age, disability, neurodiversity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your participation.

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