Blue Signal Search · 2 weeks ago
Head of Product Development – OTC Portfolio
Blue Signal Search is a forward-thinking health and wellness company on a mission to redefine consumer experiences in the OTC and nutraceutical space. They are seeking a product innovation leader to take charge of their expanding portfolio and lead end-to-end product development with measurable impact.
Responsibilities
Own the full product development lifecycle, from concept to commercialization, ensuring scientific rigor and customer-centric design are front and center
Translate market trends and consumer insights into compelling OTC and nutraceutical product propositions, aligned with brand strategy and long-term roadmap
Lead cross-functional collaboration across R&D, regulatory, contract manufacturing, and marketing to deliver high-quality, compliant, and timely product launches
Manage partnerships with CMOs, packaging vendors, and testing labs to meet cost targets, ensure regulatory readiness, and uphold quality standards
Drive continuous product improvement based on KPIs such as repeat purchase rates, customer satisfaction (NPS), product margins, and operational metrics
Build and scale a high-performing product function, setting strategic priorities and enabling agile execution across projects
Champion claims substantiation, ingredient innovation, and compliance with DSHEA, FDA, and FTC regulations
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in product development for consumer health, OTC, or nutraceutical brands
Proven track record in launching and managing successful health-related products, preferably within D2C or digitally native environments
Deep understanding of scientific formulation, regulatory guidelines, and product claims within the U.S. market
Exceptional collaboration skills, with the ability to align stakeholders across science, operations, and go-to-market functions
Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach and a passion for building transformative consumer products
Preferred
Experience working in a fast-paced, resource-conscious, startup or scale-up environment
Company
Blue Signal Search
Blue Signal is a nationwide recruiting, executive search, and staffing firm built on a foundation of helping others, doing the right thing, and being excellent.