Saurabh Gupta
@saurabhgupta2
I build innovation portfolios and AI-enabled R&D strategies from technology foresight.
GermanyWhat I'm looking for
I lead Packaging & Formula Science at Beiersdorf, setting technical strategy for packaging-formulation compatibility and advancing AI-assisted sensory, digital twin stability modeling, and Power BI-based consumer modeling.
Across Beiersdorf and P&G, I've translated technology signals into innovation pipelines, contributed to 180+ launches with €250M+ estimated impact, and built alliances with startups, universities, and industry partners. I'm looking to bring my technology-scouting and portfolio-management approach to consulting or advisory work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Lab Leader, Packaging & Formula Science
Beiersdorf
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Leads the Packaging & Formula Science lab, directing a multidisciplinary team and setting the technical agenda for packaging-formulation compatibility across Beiersdorf's portfolio. Drives adoption of AI and digital tools in R&D, including AI-assisted sensory, digital twin stability modeling, and Power BI-based consumer modeling.
R&D Category Leadership, India Hub
Beiersdorf
Jan 2017 - Dec 2024 (7 years 11 months)
Led formulation science and new product development across categories, contributing to 180+ NPD launches and an estimated €250M+ cumulative business impact. Built category-level innovation pipelines and co-invented a novel biphasic makeup remover technology filed as patent WO2023110224A1.
R&D Roles — Packaging Strategy, Front End Innovation & Global Alliances
Led Head & Shoulders Asia packaging strategy, shaping regional packaging innovation aligned to brand and sustainability goals. Drove Front End Innovation activity and built Global Alliance relationships with A*STAR, NUS, NTU, IIT, BASF, and DOW.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National University of Singapore
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Pursued an MBA at the National University of Singapore.
University of Cambridge
Master of Philosophy, Philosophy
Completed a Master of Philosophy at the University of Cambridge as a Commonwealth Scholar.
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
Bachelor of Technology, Technology
Earned a Bachelor of Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
GermanyAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Job categories
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