Head of Product Development

Position Overview:

In this role, we are looking for a skilled Product Development Manager to oversee a team of 5.  The ideal candidate will have a strong background in New Product Launches in the dietary supplement space. 

Key Responsibilities:

·       Successfully manage a high-performing remote team of product developers with clear KPIs, accountability, and collaborative problem solving.

·       Develop and successfully execute product launch strategies that support the company’s growth goals.

·       Recognize white space opportunities and emerging trends in wellness and the dietary supplement space to inform roadmap development.

·       Manage launch budgets effectively.

·       Build long-term strategies for brand value growth through innovative product selections and launch methodologies. 

·       Lead the product launch team to ensure products go live on a consistent and strategically planned timeline.

·       Assess the optimal product launch pathways, ensuring efficient routing of products from development to market.

·       Manage financial risk, ensuring minimum order quantities and cash outlays are optimized without risking stockouts. 

·       Develop strategies that balance cash layouts while remaining in stock.

·       Collaborate with Customer Insight, Design, and Supply Chain to drive products from the initial concept through launch and post-launch evaluation. 

Required Qualifications:

·       5 + years of recent experience in managing a team of 5 or more remote employees. 

·       7 + years of experience in product development and new launches.

·       Proven track record managing large-scale product pipelines and successfully launching products. (vitamins are a plus)

·       Strong understanding of how to manage KPIs as well as manage poor performance.

·       Analytical skills set with the ability to assess market trends and identify high-ROI opportunities.

·       Experience budgeting for product costs.

·       Amazon experience preferred.

·       Proficient with MS Excel and Google sheets.

·       Ability to work in cross-functional teams. 

Company Details:

·       Remote – Candidates to be considered must live in the USA

·       Competitive compensation

·       Health Benefits Package