About the job
Position: Research & Development Testing and Documentation Manager
Location: Fully Remote (Global)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Contract Type: Independent Contractor
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Position Overview:
The Research & Development Testing and Documentation Manager plays a pivotal role in bridging internal innovation with external validation. You will be responsible for managing the entire lifecycle of product testing, from sample submission to comprehensive report analysis, while upholding a premier digital documentation library. This position is ideal for a meticulous professional who excels in a dynamic remote environment and possesses the foresight to identify potential risks that could disrupt the supply chain.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all third-party and contract manufacturer testing including stability, compatibility, PET, heavy metals, microbiological, and regulatory assessments.
- Prepare testing requests and coordinate sample shipments and timelines effectively.
- Proactively monitor the status of testing and final reports by following up with laboratories and manufacturers.
- Review and analyze testing reports to ensure compliance, accuracy, and adherence to product specifications.
- Identify and escalate any out-of-spec results or potential risks to cross-functional teams.
- Maintain detailed Excel-based testing trackers and status reports.
- Organize, upload, and manage R&D documentation in Google Drive/SharePoint with strict version control.
- Keep records including stability data, Certificates of Analysis (COAs), ingredient lists, and technical/formulation documents.
- Manage and maintain the ingredient library, ensuring all supporting technical literature and safety data are documented with proper version control.
- Ensure that all files are audit-ready, accurate, and easily retrievable.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and continuously enhance documentation and testing workflows.
- Comfortably work remotely in an extensive documentation, email communication, and follow-up role.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills, responsiveness, and attention to detail in a fast-paced remote setting.
