Kalon Executive Search for Nutraceuticals, CPG and Wellness · 3 weeks ago
Vice President Research And Development
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expKalon Executive Search for Nutraceuticals, CPG and Wellness is seeking a Vice President of Research and Development for a leading global functional ingredient company. This role involves directing the development of new ingredients and products by collaborating with various departments and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while managing project timelines and budgets.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Direct the internal development of new business by defining customer expectations, investigating material, and processing options, selecting internal or external equipment, planning, and execution of all product development projects. Emphasis on quality products, process routings. specifications, product/process compatibility, meeting customer expectations, and due dates
Clarify and negotiate customer requirements, quote new business, establish Statement of Work
Consults with senior management team members, especially CSO, Sales, and Customer as necessary
Collaborate with Quality, Operations, Sales, and other relevant departments to ensure smooth and seamless product development with on-time, on budget, product launches
Responsible for product development and project management team members
Develops and assigns project timelines and budgets, including routine updates to clients and internal personnel
Ensure that assigned products/projects are developed in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and within guidelines established by the customer
Oversee internal and external activities related to new product development and continuous improvement of existing products
Attends nutritional conferences, product development seminars and other continuing educational events related to the dietary supplement industry
Visits customers, suppliers and other industry related service providers that enhance the company’s ability to increase satisfaction, service, or performance to our clients. Focusing on providing 'next level', world class customer experience
Assure direct reports receive proper training and attend continuous improvement and personal development education seminars/classes
Qualification
Required
PhD in Biology or Neuroscience, such as Molecular Biology, Nutritional Science, Biochemistry and Nutrition, or Biomedical Sciences with a concentration in Nutrition, from a highly esteemed and top-ranked university, is required
10+ years of R & D and project management experience, experience with product development related to dietary ingredients and supplements required
Proven experience in writing and developing comprehensive white papers
The ideal candidate will have undergone extensive training and specialized in the field of Neurological health
The candidate should have considerable experience working within the Nutrition industry
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to contribute solutions on multiple ongoing projects
Willing to accept or create new ideas and focused on improving products
Ability to interact effectively with all departments, company, or customer associates in a team-oriented manner
Ability to be creative, proactive and an innovative thinker
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Function efficiently in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to meet strict deadlines
Maintain excellent communication and relationships with others; be a team player; maintain a positive attitude
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Preferred
Chinese language fluency a plus
Benefits
401(k) matching
Cell phone reimbursement
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Company
Kalon Executive Search for Nutraceuticals, CPG and Wellness
Kalon Executive Search and Recruitment is focused exclusively in the nutraceuticals and wellness industries.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Liesl Bernard
Chief Executive Officer
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