Product Development and Research Director

Company Overview Growve is a leading health and wellness company specializing in acquiring, operating, and growing world-class brands within the active nutrition, dietary supplement, and beauty verticals. Our portfolio includes 15 brands and thousands of unique products.

Position Title:

Product Development & Research Director Job Overview:

As the Product Development & Research Director, you will oversee the activities of the research and development group, ensuring the R&D budget objectives are met, while maintaining a strong and competitive consumable innovation portfolio.

Objectives & Responsibilities:

Aid in setting up and maintaining PD lab in new production facility

Develop working knowledge of Starchless Mogul, Mini Mogul, Cold Mould lines at new manufacturing facility

Work with Sr VP PD on transferring multiple current formula to new facility

Formulate gummy and cold mould products, make benchtop version, then transfer to pilot line.

Responsible for developing and monitoring research and development plans for the R&D group, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget

Leads development and research projects and maintain the Department R&D Budget Support manufacturing and marketing groups to ensure high product quality and customer satisfaction

Promote a productive R&D culture that is motivated and accountable having a customer focus on innovation, quality, and improving the user experience

Represent R&D on the new product committee and the product development process - aiding to set project priorities and responsible for R&D resource allocation

Supervise R&D team, making sure reviews are completed and objectives are set. Assist in the development of talent within the organization, and make recommendations for promotions

Collaborate internally with operations teams, marketing, and strategic planning to ensure joint research programs are progressing in accordance with strategic plans

Develop talent within the organization and implement best practices in innovation, portfolio management, and product support

Skills &

Qualifications:

Equipping and setting up and maintaining PD lab/area Making benchtop version of current and new formulas

Transferring benchtops to pilot equipment and/or to production lines

Running and monitoring stability studies on formulas

Learning basic operation of pilot and production lines

Assisting production team during pilots and/or initial production runs General knowledge of and experience in evaluating and selecting raw materials, particularly for dietary supplements

Capturing and communicating formulas on various spreadsheets

General knowledge of Supplement and Nutrition Fact panels

General knowledge of various certifications; organic, kosher, NGPV, cGMPTraveling to other plants, RM suppliers, and some trade shows

Leadership and communication skills

Proven record of direct and indirect management of resources and teams

Demonstrated research record and experience in developing new consumables products

Good working knowledge of Dietary Supplement raw materials

Understanding of best practices in innovation, portfolio management, and customer centric approach to product development

Creative thinking and ability to drive performance and user experience requirements

Understanding of material manufacturing processes

Strong drive for excellence

Passion for personal and team development

Experience maintaining metrics and budgets

Education and Experience Bachelor's or master's degree in chemistry or relevant science field

Minimum 5 years of experience in gummy manufacturing and PD Physical Requirements Prolonged periods standing at lab table, walking production facility, and working on a computer

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Additional Details & Benefits Full Time with Competitive Pay Health Benefits PackageDTO
401KC
asual company environment, with a work hard/play hard culture

Corporate offices located in Saint Petersburg, FL and Salt Lake City, UT.Notice to Recruiters — We do not work with outside recruiting agencies. Please do not solicit. This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.

The position, duties, and qualifications are subject to change at any time.
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