Commercialization Specialist

Job summary

The role focuses on planning and executing technology transfer activities to ensure the successful commercialization of new and existing products. This includes performing risk assessments, executing pilot and scale-up batches, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes.

Job details

WHAT ON EARTH IS DECIEM? We are a collective of disrupters and doers, of creatives and scientists, with a mission to reimagine the world of beauty. Since inception, our vertically integrated structure, including our own laboratories, manufacturing, retail stores, and brand infrastructure, have enabled us to rapidly identify opportunities and deliver quality. Home to The Ordinary, NIOD, AVESTAN, and other emerging brands, our goal is to create with purpose. We were founded on the principle of doing everything that others don’t. Because normal gets you nowhere. We are DECIEM, The Abnormal Beauty Company. We are growing rapidly and we’re looking for someone who shares this vision and wants to grow with us! WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We’re hiring a Commercialization Specialistto support the execution of technology transfer activities to ensure the successful commercialization of new products. This is an on-site role based out of our Eastside Manufacturing Facility in Etobicoke. PAY RANGE The anticipated base salary for this position is $75,000 to $82,000. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. WHAT YOU'D BE DOING IN THIS ROLE Plan, coordinate, and execute technology transfer activities to support new product launches (NPDs and EPDs), manufacturing transfers, and process improvements. Execute pilot, scale-up, engineering, and first commercial batches to ensure manufacturing readiness and successful commercialization. Perform risk assessments for manufacturing processes, batching, and filling operations, identifying and mitigating risks to support successful commercialization. Evaluate manufacturing processes and process instructions, considering equipment capabilities, raw materials, mixing technologies, operator and environmental safety, cGMP requirements, and successful batch execution. Provide technical support throughout the technology transfer lifecycle, applying engineering principles and manufacturing knowledge to resolve technical challenges. Support process optimization, manufacturability assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality, process capability, and manufacturing efficiency. Maintain technical expertise in areas of responsibility and apply technical knowledge to solve problems and support successful technology transfers. Partner with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders to support technology transfer and commercialization activities. Participate in cross-functional project meetings, communicate project status, identify technical risks, and support timely project execution. Provide technical recommendations on manufacturing processes, equipment capabilities, and process improvements during product development and commercialization. SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED TO GET THE JOB DONE B.S. Degree in chemical engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline. Minimum 3 years of experience in Technology Transfer, process scale-up, or related functions within the cosmetics, pharmaceutical or FMCG industry. Strong process equipment expertise in FMCG manufacturing, with deep technical knowledge of mixing, filling, and assembly technologies In-depth understanding and application of industry standards, FDA, ICH, Health Canada, and cGMP guidelines Expertise in reviewing and writing technical reports. Excellent written and verbal communication skills WHAT YOU'LL BE GAINING BY JOINING OUR TEAM There’s a lot of good stuff that comes along with being a DECIEM team member. Here’s a few of our favourite perks and benefits, in no particular order… Generous Vacation & Personal Days, plus additional time off for volunteering in your community, voting, peaceful protesting, celebrating your birthday, and more. 6 months of paid time off for new parents (inclusive of all genders). Monthly catered lunches and chances to connect with your teammates. Unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Program that includes mental health care, mindfulness programs, and more. Access to Development Grants & a LinkedIn Learning membership to help you keep growing and learning. First dibs on new products. A generous discount on DECIEM products for you, your family, and your friends. BUILDING GROWTH TO POWER GOOD We are a People first company that lives by our core values to… ✨ Defy Convention. ✨ Make it real. ✨ Play in the grey. ✨ Build Bridges. ✨ Be the rabbit. These values continue to guide us in all that we do. Along the way, we’ve been honoured to win some pretty incredible awards, including a CEW Achiever Award, Best Skincare Brand at Sunday Times Style Beauty Awards, and Most Popular Sustainable Brand by The Cosmetify Index Global. We’re still blushing! SUSTAINABILITY AND SOCIAL IMPACT DECIEM’s objective is to build growth and do good things while prioritizing people, animals, and the Earth. Our Sustainability strategy is focused on fighting climate change, improved waste management, responsible packaging, responsible sourcing and product lifecycle, and water conservation. In 2020, DECIEM established the Good Fund to support both large and grassroots charities in response to global events. CREATING A HUMAN WORLD OF BEAUTY DECIEM is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by creating meaningful, measurable change in the lives of our team members and in the communities where we operate. Achieving equality is critical to DECIEM and our future. You can learn more about our DEI commitment in our open letter, " DECIEM is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on age, colour, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are also committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted to be part of our recruitment process and require accommodation, please let us know. WANT TO JOIN US? Thank you for reading the whole thing! If you liked what you heard, kindly send us your resume. We really appreciate your effort in applying for this position. However, only those who have been shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. <3 #SP

What you’ll do

The role focuses on planning and executing technology transfer activities to ensure the successful commercialization of new and existing products. This includes performing risk assessments, executing pilot and scale-up batches, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes.

Requirements

Candidates must have a B.S. degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, or a related scientific field with at least 3 years of experience in technology transfer within the cosmetics, pharma, or FMCG industries. Proficiency in cGMP guidelines and deep technical knowledge of mixing and filling technologies are required.

Benefits

• Generous Vacation & Personal Days
• Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Monthly Catered Lunches
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health Care
• Mindfulness Programs
• Development Grants
• LinkedIn Learning Membership
• Employee Product Discount

Listed skills

• Process Optimization · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Technology Transfer
• Process Scale-up
• Risk Assessment
• cGMP
• Chemical Engineering
• Technical Writing
• Process Optimization
• Manufacturing Readiness
• Mixing Technologies
• Filling Operations
• FDA Guidelines
• ICH Guidelines
• Health Canada Regulations
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Project Management

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Science & Research

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