Product Development and Sourcing Manager (Better-for-You Candy)

We're looking for a Product Development & Sourcing Manager – Confectionery to lead the creation and production of our next generation of guilt-free candy. Develop, source, and commercialize innovative better-for-you confectionery products that meet quality, compliance, and profitability standards.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in non-chocolate confectionery development, ideally gummies, chews, or sugar-free candy
• Proven experience formulating and manufacturing products in the better-for-you or functional food category
• Deep technical knowledge of gelatin, pectin, starch systems, sugar alcohols, and alternative sweeteners
• Hands-on experience managing flavor development, sensory testing, and factory-scale production
• Familiarity with FDA and international food labeling and safety standards
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally (estimated 20–30% of time)
• Excellent communication, organization, and follow-through in high-growth environments

Benefits

• KPI based bonuses
• PTO: observed local holidays, vacation days, sick days