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 Innovation Manager will support the development of new products across the OLLY and SmartyPants brands, leading and supporting the development of new products, formulation, benchtop development, project management, cross-functional collaboration, sensory and innovation insights, and operational excellence.
Requirements
- 5+ years of R&D experience in dietary supplements, food or pharma industry
- Bachelor's degree in food science, Chemistry, or related science field
- Familiarity with FDA guidelines for dietary supplementation and regulatory processes
- Familiarity with commercialization process of CPG and Pharma products with focus on gummies, capsules, probiotic formulations and confectionary goods
- Comfortable working with kitchen tools and supplies and preparing confectionary, solid and/or non-solid dosage formats
- Familiarity with lab equipment (pH meter, Brix Meter, analytical balance, etc.)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Ability to perform medium physical work, stand for extended periods of time, and lift up to 50lbs occasionally
- Working knowledge of vitamins and dietary supplement formulation, assessing stability data and risks, regulatory standings, and assessing clinical studies
- Ability to execute daily routines and tasks with little to no physical supervision
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with condensed timelines to deliver innovation quickly to meet consumer demands
- An individual with a strong sense of determination, critical thinker as well as having a creative lens to solve problems in non-traditional ways
- An individual who is can be “Tactfully Transparent” to raise concerns and early findings to help learn from mistakes
- Not afraid to “Grab A Paddle” and help out!
Benefits
- 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
