Senior Product Development Manager at OLLY. . Location: Remote, USA. WHO ARE WE?. . We are the VMS Co-Op, a group of fast growing companies in the Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements (VMS) space. The VMS Co-Op includes . OLLY, . SmartyPants. and future acquisitions to come! This position's home company is OLLY.. . THE ROLE: SENIOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER. . The . Senior Product Development Manager. is a senior-level individual contributor and people leader within the . OLLY. organization. This role owns end-to-end technical delivery of new product development (NPD) and lifecycle management initiatives, leading complex projects across multiple dosage forms from concept through commercialization. The role partners closely with cross-functional teams including Brand, Innovation, Technical Services, and Quality. /. Regulatory . teams . to deliver high-quality, compliant products that meet consumer, business, and timeline expectations.. . . KEY RESPONSIBILITIES . . . Product Development Leadership. . . . Independently lead multiple, complex product development programs across various dosage formats from technical brief through scale-up and commercial production.. . . Serve as the primary technical owner and decision-maker for assigned projects, ensuring delivery of milestones on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives.. . . Develop, maintain, and strengthen effective working relationships with contract manufacturers, vendors, suppliers, and key internal partners to ensure successful technical execution and long-term collaboration.. . . Provide hands-on technical leadership to co-manufacturers, proactively troubleshooting formulation, processing, and scale-up challenges.. . . Operates with a high degree of autonomy, setting technical direction and influencing prioritization across projects.. . . Applies strategic problem-solving skills to complex, ambiguous challenges and proposes scalable solutions.. . . Demonstrates strong cross-functional leadership and communication, translating complex technical topics into clear, actionable insights.. . . Models company values, provides constructive feedback, and supports team capability development through informal mentorship and collaboration.. . . . CrossFunctional Collaboration. . . . Partner closely with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure products meet all applicable CFR, GMP, and internal quality standards throughout the product lifecycle.. . . Collaborate with Brand, Innovation, and Marketing partners on sensory development, product optimization, and consumer testing initiatives.. . . Work with Operations and Supply Chain to support technical transfers, secondary sourcing, and continuous improvement initiatives.. . . . Technical Documentation & Compliance. . . . Lead development and approval of technical documentation including product briefs, specifications, formulas, stability protocols, and commercialization documentation.. . . Manage stability programs including protocol creation, sample coordination, data review, and trend analysis.. . . Identify and mitigate technical and execution risks through proactive planning and solution development.. . . . Continuous Improvement & Innovation. . . . Drive continuous product improvement initiatives related to quality, cost optimization, performance, and consumer experience.. . . Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement, innovation, and technical capability building across the product portfolio.. . . . CAPABILITIES + SKILLS REQUIRED . . . . Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline (advanced degree a plus).. . . 6–9+ years of experience in dietary supplement and/or food product development with a proven track record of successful product launches.. . . Deep technical expertise across formulation, processing, scale-up, and commercialization. . Experience with Gummy PD required as well as in depth knowledge of the VMS category.. . . Strong working knowledge of CFR, GMP requirements, and ingredient functionality in foods and supplements.. . . Experience creating and managing technical documentation that meets quality and regulatory requirements.. . . Proven ability to lead complex projects, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver results in a fast-paced, agile environment.. . . . WHAT TO EXPECT DURING THE INTERVIEW PROCESS. . . Initial video screen with a member of our Talent team. . Round 1: Conversation with the Hiring Manager + 1-2 conversations with other Ollies on the team. . Round 2: 2-3 conversations with team or cross functional Ollies. . Final Round: Homework*. . . *At OLLY, our final round is called Homework. Candidates who participate in this round are given 3 questions in advance to answer and present to the interview panel they previously spoke with in the process. We understand every candidate is different. If you need a reasonable accommodation to adjust this procedure, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can evaluate and provide other options that work for your needs. . THE DETAILS. . . . LOCATION: Remote, USA . . . HOURS: Full time, exempt (salary). . TRAVEL:. Up to ~25% domestic travel. . . MANAGER: . Director, Product Development. . . PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. . . The pay range for this position is . $126,720.00 - $174,240.00. . For this remote role, compensation is determined based on geographic location and experience, and the final offer will reflect these factors within the posted range.. . WHAT WE OFFER:. . . . An opportunity to work with an intelligent, inspiring, and extraordinarily fun team. . . 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employee only, dental + ortho, and vision insurance. . . 4 weeks PTO + paid holidays + 12 Mental Health Days. per year. . 100% Paid parental leave, Fertility + Adoption Benefits. . . Annual Bonus . . . 401(k) plan with Employer Match. . . Hybrid Work + Wellness + Cell Phone Stipends. . . Free product. . . And much more!. .
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