NILANY SUTHAGAR
LONDON
Summary
Dynamic Product Development Specialist with a proven track record at AkzoNobel, excelling in sustainable formulation development and regulatory compliance. Adept at managing projects and fostering cross-functional collaboration, I drive product innovation while ensuring quality assurance. Recognised for effective problem-solving and training new team members, I enhance laboratory efficiency and optimise product portfolios.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Development Specialist
AkzoNobel
Slough
01.2022 - Current
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously to a high standard.
- Develop new formulations, and reformulate existing products to meet evolving global regulations and standards.
- Managed product lifecycle from concept through launch and post-launch evaluation.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and consumer needs.
- Developed product specifications in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Conduct analytical testing to ensure quality, performance, and regulatory compliance across international markets.
- Organise laboratory and raw material supplies to save time, money, and promote laboratory efficiency.
- Contribute to team discussions and new project initiatives to advance progress and optimise profitability.
- Use coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to the schedule.
- First Aider to support a safer environment at work.
- Office Steward - Ensure a safe and well-maintained workplace environment.
- Training Coordinator for new starts: provide full training support for new colleagues.
- COSHH Assessor for raw materials in the laboratory.
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmaram Pharmacy
Seven Kings
01.2016 - 11.2016
- Labeled prescriptions with the correct item and quantity.
- Communicated instructions to patients or caregivers about the proper use and storage of drugs.
- Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Worked closely with the pharmacist to manage tasks in compliance with company policies and operating procedures.
Education
FIRST-CLASS HONOURS IN UNDERGRADUATE MASTER OF CHEMISTRY - Chemistry
Loughborough University
Loughborough06.2021
A-LEVELS - Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Economics
Woodford County High School
London06.2016
Skills
- Formulation development
- Analytical testing
- Method development
- COSHH assessor
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality assurance testing
- Product portfolio optimisation
- SAP
- Power Bi
Laboratory & Scientific:
Software:
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Design Expert
- Project management
- New start training and onboarding
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Critical thinking
Professional:
References
Hannah Beeke, AkzoNobel, Hannah.beeke@akzonobel.com, +447454526272
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 11/23/97
Additional Information - Extra Qualifications
- Data Upskilling course completed
- Rounder's young leader Award
- Badminton Officiating Officials Award
- First Aid course with St John's Ambulance
- Grade 4 completed in Veena (classical instrument)
Timeline
Product Development Specialist
AkzoNobel
01.2022 - Current
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmaram Pharmacy
01.2016 - 11.2016
FIRST-CLASS HONOURS IN UNDERGRADUATE MASTER OF CHEMISTRY - Chemistry
Loughborough University
A-LEVELS - Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Economics
Woodford County High School