Sandip Kedar

About Sandip Kedar

As a dedicated and results-oriented R&D professional with over 15 years of diverse experience across the Personal Care, Pharma, and Herbal industries, I specialize in driving product innovation and research.Currently, I am working as a manager at Beiersdorf, a leading beauty brand, where I design sustainable, cost-effective, and high-quality skincare formulations tailored to the India, South Asia, and Europe markets.Previously, at L\'Oréal, I played a key role in the development of cutting-edge hair color and hair care products. This experience allowed me to deepen my expertise in formulating high-performance solutions while focusing on consumer safety, sustainability, and technological advancements in the beauty sector.At L\'Oréal Advanced Research, I contributed to the discovery of new active ingredients from botanical sources. This role honed my expertise in the scientific exploration, extraction, and analysis of natural actives for hair and skin care applications. With a strong focus on botanical and herbal-based actives, I bring expertise in the discovery, extraction, isolation, and analytical methods for skin and hair cosmetic applications. My work has spanned across international markets, collaborating on global research projects with cross-cultural teams, ensuring that scientific advancements meet consumer needs and business objectives.I have consistently developed novel products and secured patents in both the pharmaceutical and personal care industries, showcasing my commitment to innovation and excellence.

Experience

1. Manager-formulation Development

   Beiersdorf

   Jul 2023 — Present · IN

   Product Development for Regional Markets: Crafting formulations tailored to the unique preferences and requirements of consumers in diverse regions.Sustainable Product Development: Driving eco-conscious innovation by incorporating sustainable ingredients and processes into product design.Value Engineering: Ensuring cost-efficient solutions without compromising quality or performance.Complexity Reduction: Streamlining formulations and processes to enhance efficiency and reduce operational challenges.Innovation Projects: Leading cutting-edge initiatives in the body care category, driving differentiation and market leadership.Digital Tools for Faster Formula Development: Leveraging advanced digital platforms to accelerate formulation timelines and optimize R&D processes.Consumer Understanding: Conducting in-depth research to ensure products align with consumer insights and regional preferences.

Education

• Welingkar Institute of Management

  Post Graduate Diploma in Management , Marketing/Marketing Management, General

• University of Mumbai

  Masters in Pharmacy, Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry

  2007 — 2009

Skills

• Isolation
• Gmp
• Analytical Chemistry
• Validation
• Technology Transfer
• Formulation
• Phytochemistry
• Standardization
• Hplc
• Solvent Extraction
• Personal Care
• Method Development
• Herbal