Dr. Christoph Bonauer
About Dr. Christoph Bonauer
Dr. Christoph Bonauer is the Director of Oral Care R&D - Manual and Battery Brush Product Development at Procter & Gamble, with a strong background in project management and global product development.
Education and Academic Background
Dr. Christoph Bonauer studied at Universität Regensburg, where he earned a Diploma in Chemistry (Dipl.-Chem.), completing his degree in 2000 after five years. He continued his education at the same institution, achieving a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from 2001 to 2004. He has a strong academic foundation in chemistry, contributing significantly to his expertise in research and development.
Director Oral Care R&D at Procter & Gamble
Since October 2016, Dr. Christoph Bonauer has been serving as the Director of Oral Care R&D for Manual and Battery Brush Product Development at Procter & Gamble. In this role, located in Kronberg, Hesse, Germany, he leads international teams to design and deliver new products and production processes. His leadership focuses on removing barriers and executing projects effectively to bring products to market.
Previous Roles at Procter & Gamble
Dr. Christoph Bonauer has held several important roles at Procter & Gamble. From 2015 to 2016, he was a Senior Scientist in Kronberg im Taunus. Prior to that, he worked on Global Beauty Care R&D in Hair Color Formulation from 2011 to 2015 in Schwalbach, Germany. His earlier roles included positions in Global Material Development and Supply Organisation and Global Process and Engineering for Baby Care R&D from 2005 to 2011. His career at Procter & Gamble has been diverse and showcases a strong involvement in various facets of product development and scientific research.
Internship Experience at Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe
In 1998, Dr. Christoph Bonauer completed an internship at Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe. Although it was a brief experience lasting one month, it provided him with early exposure to scientific research and development. This experience likely contributed to his foundational knowledge and interest in pursuing a career in chemistry and R&D.
Project Management Expertise
Dr. Christoph Bonauer has a robust background in project management, with a focus on formulating business strategies, developing products, and leading international teams. His expertise includes the design and delivery of new products and production processes, with a proven ability to lead projects from inception to market. He has been consistently successful in assembling and guiding teams to overcome barriers and achieve project goals on a global scale.