R&D Specialist
Nature’s Craft is a fast-growing, premium health brand that specializes in selling various wellness supplements.
We are seeking a R&D Specialist to join our Product Development team and play a critical role in researching, formulating, and commercializing high-quality dietary supplements that align with market trends and our core customer health goals.
This role will report to the Head of Product Development & New Launches and work with cross-functional teams to bring high-performing supplements designed to stand out and generate strong sales from concept to market. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and experienced in the supplements space. They will serve as a key collaborator across internal and external stakeholders to support the successful expansion of our product portfolio.
Responsibilities
Research, Analysis and Ideation
- Conduct market research to identify white space opportunities for new product innovation.
- Develop supplement concepts that align with customer wellness goals and needs.
- Identify emerging ingredients, delivery formats, and formulation trends.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, scientific research, and market demands related to dietary supplements.
Commercialize
- Provide detailed feedback on sample submissions to ensure high-quality, effective, and cost-effective formulations.
- Manage reformulation of existing products as needed to maintain differentiation and relevance.
- Maintain strategic partnerships with suppliers and co-manufacturers and work to build and maintain those relationships.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Align development work with broader brand strategy and timelines.
- Work within project timelines and coordinate across suppliers to maintain on-time delivery of critical milestones.
- Ensure a deep understanding of Nature’s Craft brand strategy.
- Collaborating with the AMs to gain an understanding of best selling products and any product refinements needed.
Requirements
- 5–7 years of experience in product development, R&D, and/or manufacturing within the supplements or functional food industry.
- Extensive experience with formulation.
- Proficient in developing accurate supplement fact panels aligned with FDA and market-specific requirements.
- Proven track record in technical research, project management, and working with suppliers.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally in a remote team environment.
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with a results-oriented mindset.
- Experience with vitamins/supplements is a requirement.
- Entrepreneurial spirit with a desire to build and improve processes from the ground up.
- Passion for wellness and ability to bring customer-first product thinking to development work.
- Amazon experience is beneficial.
Send your CV to jobs@shopnaturescraft.com.