Our client is one of the leading publicly traded companies in the fields of health and nutrition and they are dedicated to the development and manufacture of supplements and other products that provide optimal nutrition at the cellular level - all of which are marketed today in 25 international markets.
SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITY:
? Provide scientific expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership skills to oversee the development of new products, technologies, and solutions. They will have the ability to speak in front of large audiences in an engaging, inspiring explanation of our science. They will maintain the Company's competitive position and profitability by formulating research and development programs, policies, and procedures
? Lead the company's Product Development team, setting objectives, coordinating activities, and ensuring that new products and product upgrades are in line with Company strategies and developed, tested, and launched on time and within budget
? Work with the company's scientific advisors and R&D staff to evaluate and select new product opportunities, new technologies and active ingredients for the company's supplement, functional foods, and skin care lines
? Work with the company's Marketing team to ensure that new products will satisfy company sales and marketing objectives, and to ensure that technical descriptions and explanations of products as delivered in the company's marketing materials are complete, accurate, and compelling
? Oversee safety evaluations for new ingredients and product formulas. Develop technical plans for product development projects, and oversee implementation of those plans (in conjunction with the company's Project Management Team)
? Work with the company's R&D and Operations teams to ensure that new products move from prototype to commercial stages smoothly
? Work with the company's Regulatory team to ensure that new products meet the regulations of the company's target markets
? Work with the company's Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams to ensure that new products meet appropriate quality guidelines in the company's target markets
? Oversee the company's clinical testing program and assist in the management of that program
? Oversee the company's Science Information Services group that supplies and reviews technical information concerning the company's products that are delivered on labels, websites, and brochures
? Assist with the launch of new products and with communication of the company's technical messages on nutrition and health via public speaking at company meetings and conventions
? Review and develop a comprehensive plan to hire, train and develop staff
? Strong written and oral communication skills, including good public speaking skills
BACKGROUND REQUIRED
The successful candidate must have 10+ years of experience collaborating between R&D, Operations and Sales/Marketing as well as at least 5 years of experience managing product development teams and focusing on best in class execution.
? Professional, credible and comfortable confidence in dealing with both senior company executives and/or technical staff
? Access to a broad network; ability to comfortably and effectively move around a broad network
? People management skills with a proven track record of effective team management
? Able to travel up to 20 percent both domestically and internationally without restrictions
? Expert ability in establishing, developing and maintaining strong internal and external relationships
? Proven successful R&D team building and management experience and management of large global teams in excess of 100 people
? Thorough understanding of a wide range of technology and its influence on product formulation and end product commercial success
? Strong ability to utilize and leverage data analytics and various quantitative measures
? Strong leadership experience with the ability to lead change and take others with you
? Ability to facilitate discussions to resolve conflicting processes, content, and opinions
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
The successful candidate must be a respected and experienced research and development professional. Further, this individual also must have the following personal and professional attributes, which are consistent with the Company's stated goals and values:
? A strategic mindset, but willing to handle all research and development matters which are necessary and valuable in this environment
? A collaborative, flexible and common-sense work style that is proactive in communications and effective in building relationships at all levels within the company
? Solid analytical skills and demonstrated ability to solve problems quickly and creatively
? Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to influence at all levels in the organization
? A high level of maturity to manage multiple ongoing issues and complex employee related matters with little supervision and with excellent follow up
? Sophistication in training and developing employees and creating succession plans
? Bring a passion and enthusiasm to the workplace with the ability to stay focused on results despite changing conditions
? Possess a strong work ethic and results orientation
? Thrive on change and continuous improvement
? Unquestionable integrity, ethical and moral character
EDUCATION REQUIRED
This position requires a Ph.D. in nutrition, biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
COMPENSATION
An attractive compensation and benefits package will be provided including an annual base salary, an annual target bonus opportunity and equity.