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Persán

Develops sustainable consumer products with R&D

R&D Formulation Specialist

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Junior
Bachelor's
Seville, Spain
In Person
Manufacturing & Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A university degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or a similar field.
  • At least two years of experience in a similar position.
  • High-level English proficiency at C1 or above.
  • Ability to contribute innovative ideas and support continuous improvement.
  • A quality- and detail-oriented approach.
  • Ability to synthesize information and draw conclusions.
  • Collaborative and proactive approach.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare approved product formulations and new developments at laboratory and pilot-plant levels.
  • Evaluate the physicochemical parameters and rheological behavior of formulated products.
  • Conduct studies on formulation stability and robustness.
  • Conduct efficacy tests and other evaluations of product performance, including primary detergency, white maintenance, staining, color protection, corrosion, foaming capacity, and dissolution speed.
  • Conduct olfactory test panels, including preparing samples and fabrics and receiving and attending to technical panelists.
  • Prepare samples for clients and for testing in external laboratories.
  • Participate in industrial tests for product manufacture and packaging under the direct supervision of the Coordinator and/or Head of R&D, and prepare patterns needed to validate manufactured products.
  • Conduct studies to approve raw materials.
  • Analyze company and competitor products.
  • Prepare reports and documentation of generated data and draw conclusions.
Desired Qualifications
  • Knowledge of German or another language.

About the company

Persán S.A. is based in Sevilla and develops advanced consumer products aimed at improving everyday life for a broad customer base. It relies on substantial R&D investment (205 million euros over six years) and a strong turnover (423 million euros) to design and refine its offerings, with a focus on safety, quality, and environmental protection. The company differentiates itself through ethical values, social responsibility, long-term supplier partnerships, and a commitment to total quality. Its goal is to provide the best quality at competitive prices while pursuing a sustainable path, supported by supplier integration and responsible business practices.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Seville, Spain

Founded

1940

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What believers are saying

  • Persán reported 2025 sales of 1.227 billion euros on 2026-06-10, up 42%.
  • Saint-Vulbas added six jobs and targeted 15% growth on 2026-06-18.
  • Persán's 2026 Mibelle Biochemistry sale to Solabia sharpens focus on core home-care categories.

What critics are saying

  • Integrating Mibelle through 2026 strains management and risks service failures across eight plants.
  • Persán's private-label dependence exposes margins when retailers squeeze suppliers during 2026 renewals.
  • A failed American expansion would leave expensive capacity underused and slow post-Mibelle growth.

What makes Persán unique

  • Persán bought Mibelle on 2025-03-31, instantly adding six countries and U.S. manufacturing.
  • Persán now spans eight plants across Europe and the United States, unlike regional detergent rivals.
  • Its private-label scale and brands like Puntomatic and Flota widen customer and channel reach.

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Benefits

  • Training Programs
  • Professional Development Budget

Company News

El País
Jun 10th, 2026
Detergent manufacturer Persán boosts sales by 42% to a record 1.227 billion

Detergent manufacturer Persán boosts sales by 42% to a record 1.227 billion

Capital Riesgo
Jun 9th, 2025
Persán acquires Mibelle with financing.

DLA Piper advised a syndicate of financing entities in providing funding to the Seville-based company Persán, S.A. for its acquisition of Mibelle from Migros. This acquisition marks a significant step in Persán's expansion plan, increasing its workforce to over 3,000 employees. Mibelle Group operates in Switzerland, France, the UK, and the US. The DLA Piper Finance team included César Herrero, Carmen Sánchez, Felipe López, and Santiago González, with support from Swiss law firm SW Legal.

Happi
Mar 31st, 2025
Persán SA Acquires Mibelle Group

Persán SA acquires Mibelle Group.

Migros
Mar 31st, 2025
Persán acquires the Mibelle Group from Migros to lead the personal and home care market

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