Our client is a global health and wellness company with over 30 years of experience in developing and manufacturing high-quality nutritional supplements. Their vertically integrated operation allows them to maintain full control over product development, from formulation to finished goods, ensuring the highest standards of quality, consistency, and compliance. With a strong emphasis on science-backed innovation, sustainability, and customer well-being, they serve a loyal global customer base through both direct-to-consumer and partner-driven channels.

Overview:
Lead the full product development lifecycle—from concept through commercialization—for capsules, tablets, powders, liquids, soft chews, and gummies. Oversee R&D initiatives to drive innovation, quality, and regulatory compliance in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead formulation and development of new and existing products

• Conduct benchtop testing and support scale-up for manufacturing

• Collaborate with marketing, QA, production, and purchasing for product launches

• Interface with vendors for ingredient specs, pricing, and certifications

• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, Organic, GMP, HACCP, and other regulatory standards

• Perform stability testing, shelf-life studies, and sensory evaluations

• Maintain formulation records, SOPs, and spec sheets in a cGMP-compliant system

• Stay current on trends, cost-saving strategies, and sustainability opportunities

• Manage project timelines, budgets, and progress updates

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition, or related field

• 5–10 years’ R&D and formulation experience in dietary supplements

• Expertise in capsules, tablets, gummies, powders, and liquids

• Strong knowledge of FDA/USDA regulations and GMP/HACCP standards

• Familiar with ingredient sourcing, spec management, and manufacturing processes

• Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills

• Proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn internal systems

• Must pass background check and drug screening

• Pet supplement experience is a plus

Benefits:

• 401(k) + matching

• Health insurance

• Paid time off